Strathcona Firefighter/Paramedics

Official Twitter account of Strathcona County Professional Firefighters. Located in Strathcona County, Alberta. This account not monitored 24/7.

[Strathcona Firefighter/Paramedics @StrathconaFire]

We're hiring Emergency Communications Operators!

Join our amazing team of ECOs that make a difference in our community every single day!

[Strathcona County @StrathcoCounty]

Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where every second counts? Are you ready to grow your career as an Emergency Communications Operator? We’re hiring for multiple full-time positions!

Apply by August 11!
https://t.co/LA3W0StYg1 @strathconafire #shpk #strathco

[Strathcona Firefighter/Paramedics @StrathconaFire]

While Lithium batteries can be incredible for their life and power in your tools, the utmost care must be exercised while charging and caring for these batteries. Always follow manufacturers instructions!

[Lindsay Morey @LindsayDMorey]

"If (lithium ion batteries) get damaged, if they start to swell, or the cases crack, you should replace them." — @StrathconaFire
#shpk #strathco
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[Strathcona Firefighter/Paramedics @StrathconaFire]

@saffu2130 Stay safe!

[Strathcona Firefighter/Paramedics @StrathconaFire]

Strathcona Firefighters will be sending members and apparatus to assist our neighbours to the west in Jasper. #JasperWildfire #albertastrong

[Rod Frank @RodFrank12]

Jasper wildfire live updates: Wildfire reaches Jasper townsite | Firefighters work to protect critical infrastructure. #StrathconaCounty #SherwoodPark is sending Emergency Services assistance; our thoughts with the people of Jasper. https://t.co/Hv7EZ9m04z

[Strathcona Firefighter/Paramedics @StrathconaFire]

Thinking of our Firefighter and first responder family in Jasper as they fight to save the town. Stay safe Jasper ❤️

[Global Edmonton @GlobalEdmonton]

#BREAKING: Parks Canada has confirmed multiple structures are impacted in #Jasper. Sources have confirmed to Global News Maligne Lodge is burning, while several pictures of structures on fire have been shared online.
#YEG #ABFIRE
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[Jasper National Park, Parks Canada @JasperNP]

Parks Canada, the Municipality of Jasper, as well as responders from Alberta and other provinces are continuing with efforts to protect the town.
Firefighters remain in town combating multiple structural fires and are working to protect critical infrastructure.

[Alberta Emergency Alert @AB_EmergAlert]

This is an Alberta Emergency Alert. The Municipality of Jasper has issued a Wildfire alert.
This alert is in effect for everyone located in Jasper.

There is a wildfire south of town. An Evacuation Order has been issued for the Town of Jasper.

Everyone in Jasper must evacuate now. Use Highway 16 towards British Columbia. Follow directions from local authorities. Bring identification, important documents, medication, pets and your emergency kit with you. We will publish more information about assembly points soon. Check the Municipality of Jasper and Jasper National Park's Facebook page and website for more information.
https://t.co/mvryFUee1g #ABemerg #ABfire

[CityNews Edmonton @CityNewsYEG]

#BREAKING: Evacuation order issued for the town of Jasper and Jasper National Park due to a nearby wildfire. https://t.co/H7ev1eEIzm

[Lindsay Morey @LindsayDMorey]

Busy evening for @StrathconaFire. Around 8:30 p.m., there was a house fire on Bonneville Court, a road behind the Shpk Arena. Now they're on the scene of another residential fire in East Whitecroft, just south of Wye Road. #shpk #strathco

[Strathcona Firefighter/Paramedics @StrathconaFire]

Come on down for our first of the season Fire Truck Spray Park!

July 9 at 1:00pm
Broadmoor Lake Park, Sherwood Park

Fire Trucks!
Water!
Freezies!
Fun!

Hope to see ya there Strathcona!

[Rod Frank @RodFrank12]

Here’s the forecast . . . And here’s the plan. Tuesday July 9th, 1 to 2 pm, by Arena. Thx ⁦@StrathconaFire⁩ firefighters 🚒!

[Strathcona Firefighter/Paramedics @StrathconaFire]

@RodFrank12 Come on down Strathcona!

[Strathcona Firefighter/Paramedics @StrathconaFire]

Developped by the @IAFFofficial , taught by industry experts, and hosted by @StrathcoCounty , this training will give Strathcona Firefighters the tools and skills needed to best protect our community during these complex Wildland Urban Interface fires.
#wildlandurbaninterface

[Strathcona Firefighter/Paramedics @StrathconaFire]

This week your #strathconafirefighters are joining members from all over North America to learn and host the @IAFFofficial RTI training.

This specialized training will assist us in best responding to the growing risk of Wildland Urban Interface Fires in Strathcona County.

[Strathcona County @StrathcoCounty]

Every year wildfires threaten our safety. They’re becoming more common & burning closer to our communities. #strathco is proud to host the @IAFFOfficial Responding to the Interface training program for fighting wildfires https://t.co/GsKI22zF8z @IAFFCanada @Strathconafire #shpk

[Strathcona County @StrathcoCounty]

🔥 Keep your fire pit safe! 🔥 Remember
👉 Use a screen and non-combustible container
👉 Stay 3 meters away from anything flammable
👉 Only burn clean, dry wood, natural gas or propane
Check for fire bans before lighting up. https://t.co/BOqvxQinFj @strathconafire #strathco #shpk

[Officer Schmidt @po_schmidt]

Come on out to the 2024 @StrathcoCounty Enforcement Services & @RCMPAlberta annual #bikerodeo at #strathconaathleticpark We have BBQ, bouncy castle, bike obstacle course & our community partners like @StrathconaFire @maddcanada @sccops @EdmontonSAR & #rcmpYIELD

[Lindsay Morey @LindsayDMorey]

"We’re asking everyone to be super, super careful.” — @StrathconaFire
Sunday's late night fire in Grange Country Estates got within 10 to 15 feet of homes. Fire restriction in effect for @StrathcoCounty. #strathco #strathco
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[Lindsay Morey @LindsayDMorey]

"It was literally the hardest thing I’ve ever done."
Congrats to the @StrathconaFire FireFit team who crushed international competition at Toughest Firefighter Alive! #shpk #strathco
https://t.co/b6K3N9PVoI

[Lindsay Morey @LindsayDMorey]

"MS is not a terminal diagnosis rather a life sentence of worsening disability."
@StrathconaFire firefighters and paramedics to support one of their own during this coming Saturday's charity hockey game vs. @StrathconaBruin.
#strathco #shpk
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[Strathcona Firefighter/Paramedics @StrathconaFire]

Full-time Firefighter/Paramedic Recruitment opens today!

Visit @StrathcoCounty website for prerequisites, recruitment timelines and FAQ!

Join your #strathconafirefighters and make Strathcona the safest community in Canada!

We are honored to serve, inspired to lead.