Just a reminder as we approach the Victoria Day weekend that Fireworks are BANNED! Open air burning is allowed with a permit and in accordance with the bylaw. Please remember to practice physical distancing and stay fire safe this weekend Woodstock !
Just to be clear - if the sun shines it does NOT mean we have lifted the fire ban! It is ON until further notice! Please respect our reasons and we will all get through this! #keepourffssafe#staysafeathome
"My power bar has a built-in circuit breaker so I'm good". Not so fast. Fires can still happen if you overload the bar or leave plugs partially inserted. Make sure you have a good guality power bar and treat it right!
Grocery sales hit an all-time high while families are #stayinghome and spending time cooking together. #DYK around 50% of all home fires start in the kitchen? Here are a few tips for whipping up that delicious, homemade meal while staying #safe:
The City of Woodstock has decided to temporarily suspend both the sale and DISCHARGE of fireworks for the 2020 Victoria Day Holiday period. Please take note and spread the word! Fines may apply to anyone found in contravention of this bylaw!
What does a green flashing light in a car mean? It's one of your volunteer firefighters trying to get to an emergency. Please pull over and let them through...it might be your house they're trying to get to.
We want to protect all families in Ontario. The only way to do that is to listen to the experts.
Social distancing, washing our hands, and monitoring symptoms are things all of us can do to keep ourselves and our neighbours safe.
Our personal support workers are working hard to make sure our loved ones are supported during this stressful and difficult time. Their dedication to the people they serve does not go unnoticed. THANK YOU to all PSWs across Ontario.
The COVID-19 situation evolves by the hour, by the week and into the foreseeable future.
These are some of the people on the front lines working for you.
Together, we will flatten the curve.
With many of us being at home during this time, it is a very good idea to make certain your smoke alarms are in working order. Remember to test and make sure you have one on every floor.
If you think that this type of wiring is safe in a barn, you would benefit from our Barn fire prevention workshop. Friday Feb 28,2020 9am-12pm. Mount Elgin Community Centre
Question: What vehicle uses a green light in Ontario?
Answer: A Volunteer Firefighter on their way to an emergency.
Please pull to the right when you see this light.