Sault Fire Services

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[Office of the Fire Marshal @ONFireMarshal]

Recall Alert!

The lithium-ion battery in the power banks can explode or ignite, posing fire and burn hazards. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product.

Learn more: https://t.co/WDZhkgxVjk

[Office of the Fire Marshal @ONFireMarshal]

Recall Alert!

This costume poses a risk of catching fire rapidly if exposed to sources like candles, lighters, or matches. Immediately stop using this product and safely dispose of it not to be used again.

Learn more: https://t.co/Wx9Xy4mhNv

[Office of the Fire Marshal @ONFireMarshal]

Recall Alert!

This product does not have a Canadian certification and may misdetect carbon monoxide, posing as a potential carbon monoxide poisoning hazard. Immediately stop using and contact Yizhoukeji for a refund.

Learn more: https://t.co/tKGQlLM0mx

[Office of the Fire Marshal @ONFireMarshal]

Recall Alert!

The product can overheat when plugged in and in use, posing fire and burn hazards. Immediately stop using the recalled product and contact EI Brand Management Inc. for instructions on how to obtain a free replacement.

Learn more: https://t.co/ieqJDLZp0Q

[Office of the Fire Marshal @ONFireMarshal]

Some things just belong together.
Working smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms are the perfect pair to keep you safe. Make sure your home has both types of alarms.
Smoke and CO alarms save lives.
Learn more: https://t.co/nxkUtisFEu

[Office of the Fire Marshal @ONFireMarshal]

Recall Alert!

Operation of the affected battery packs as they age exposes the lithium-ion cells to potentially damaging operating conditions, posing potential fire and burn hazards. immediately stop using the recalled battery packs.

Learn more: https://t.co/1Z8Wiuu0ok

[Office of the Fire Marshal @ONFireMarshal]

🪔 Celebrate Diwali safely! Keep candles and diyas on sturdy surfaces, away from flammable materials, children and pets. Never leave flames unattended, check decorative lights and ensure smoke alarms are working. ✨ Let the light shine, not the risk of fire. Happy Diwali!

[Barrie Fire @Barrie_Fire]

FIRE FACT FRIDAY!

Did you know that over 65% of carbon monoxide (CO)-related injuries and deaths in Ontario occur in the home? CO is invisible, tasteless and odourless.

Install CO alarms where required, test them monthly and know what to do if they sound.

[Guelph Fire Department @GuelphFire]

💙 Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week

If your home receives heated air from a fuel-burning appliance, working carbon monoxide alarms are required. Test your CO alarms monthly and keep heating equipment well maintained.

CO is invisible, odourless, and deadly.

#COSafety #FireSafety

[Hamilton Fire Department @HamiltonFireDep]

Carbon monoxide (CO) is silent. Your alarm isn’t.

Know the warning signal:
4 beeps. Pause. 4 beeps. Pause.

A sounding CO alarm means CO may be present. Know the sound. Know what to do. Test monthly.

Let safety be heard!

#COAwarenessWeek #HamOnt #StrongForYou

[LaSalle Fire Service @LasallefireON]

Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible, odourless, and tasteless gas that can cause serious injury and death. Make sure the fuel-burning appliances and vents in your home are inspected every year. Visit https://t.co/YikuLF8flh to find a registered contractor near you.

[Brampton Fire & Emergency Services @BramptonFireES]

Never leave your car running inside a garage, even for a short time! 🚗⚠️

Carbon monoxide (CO) from a running vehicle can quickly build up and seep into your home, even with the garage door open.

Always move your vehicle fully outdoors before warming it up.

CO is invisible, odourless and can be deadly. Keep your home and family safe!

Learn more 🔗: https://t.co/1RCO7zbakR

[Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC) @ONFireChiefs]

When it comes to carbon monoxide it is important to always remember the causes, remember to service, and remember the alarm. A working and not expired Carbon Monoxide Alarm can save your life.

[Fire Marshal's Public Fire Safety Council @FMPFSC]

This CO Week, we're raising awareness about the dangers of carbon monoxide (CO) and the importance of protecting your family.

Learn more at @HawkinsGignac: https://t.co/zNg8C1AzwU

[Oakville Fire Dept @oakvillefire]

Never run your engine in your garage, as dangerous carbon monoxide (CO) and build up faster than you think.🚗 Make sure your CO alarms are working, by testing them monthly and ensure that you have working CO alarms on every storey of your home and outside all sleeping areas.🏘️

[Hamilton Fire Department @HamiltonFireDep]

Eliminate CO at the source. Schedule regular maintenance for your heating system, water heater and any other appliances that burn natural gas, propane, oil or coal.

Prevention is key!

#COAwareness #StrongForYou #HamOnt

[Kingston Fire & Rescue @KtownFire]

End of October recall notice to all Kingston residents🚨

Do you or anyone you know own any of these items below? The item being recalled for either fire, burn, melting concerns!⚠️

More items listed below. Click on post for details👇

[Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC) @ONFireChiefs]

Carbon Monoxide is odourless, tasteless, and colourless which makes it the Silent Killer. Ensure your house has a working and not expired Carbon Monoxide Alarm.

[Office of the Fire Marshal @ONFireMarshal]

Carbon monoxide (CO) is silent, but your safety doesn’t have to be. A working CO alarm can detect what your senses can’t and give you the warning you need to act. This Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week, make sure your home has working CO alarms. #LetSafetyBeHeard

[Oakville Fire Dept @oakvillefire]

❌RECALL❌

Residential Gas Boilers ​recalled due to impact, carbon monoxide poisoning, and fire hazards.

What to do: Immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Ariston Canada Inc., to obtain a free upgrade kit.

Affected products: https://t.co/OP9o4hMEgQ