⏱️ ONE MINUTE. That’s all the time you might have to escape a house fire. Not minutes - just one. Don’t take a chance with safety. A clear #HomeFireEscape plan that you practice with your family is your critical first step. #FireSafety #FireSafetyTips #ONFireMarshal

If you see EG Fire and Emergency Service in your community, we are conducting our free Smoke and CO Program. We will be canvasing various communities throughout EG from April to October. 📅 Get involved today and book an in-person or virtual inspection today at eastgwillimbury.ca/SmokeAlarms

Are you planning to do some camping this summer? Don't forget about your camp fire. 🔥 If you think your campfire is out? Think again! Before you leave or sleep, douse, stir, repeat ✔️keep pouring water until: ✔️Ashes are soaked ✔️Zero smoke

EG Fire and Emergency Service held a Night of Recognition to honour our newly recruited firefighters as well as celebrate the dedicated service of our retired members. This event was a wonderful way to recognize the immense sacrifice and bravery they make everyday. We extend our deepest gratitude for

Turtle Nesting Season Reminder 🐢 It’s turtle nesting season (late May to mid-July), with hatchlings expected in September. Please be cautious when driving near ponds, wetlands, and green spaces. This means that Turtles will be more active within the community. If you see a

Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for a huge portion of Ontario. This heat may last throughout the week. 🌞 🥤Stay hydrated, 🥤Take breaks 🥤Watch for signs of heat exhaustion or stroke. 🥤Stay informed EG Splash Pads are open, visit link to find one close to you.

As we continue to push through this heat, EG Fire and Emergency Service reminds you to be aware of everyone around you. Stay cool! 🪭 #SummerHeatWave

This Canada Day, we encourage residents to attend East Gwillimbury professionally fireworks event, scheduled for Tuesday July 1st at the Mount Albert Lions Field. Remember if you are setting off residential fireworks 🎇please follow manufacturers instructions & bylaw requirements

Happy Day Canada Day 🇨🇦 We want to make sure everyone has a safe and happy Canada day. Remember Fireworks can be dangerous. Learn about the dangers bit.ly/4eBGUuD Visit bit.ly/3XYlJgD for more information about tonight's celebrations

Unintentional injuries are the #1 cause of death for Canadians aged 1–44. In the fire service, prevention is the quiet hero—smoke and CO alarms that give families time to escape before tragedy strikes. Today, we honor the impact you don’t always see. #ParachuteNIPD #TurnSafetyOn

Sign up today!!!! We will be offering FREE fire extinguisher training while we visit #EG Artisan and Farmers Market. Use the QR code below to register.

Is your smoke alarm 10 years old? Then it’s time to celebrate. 🎉 EG Fire and Emergency Service welcomes you to join us in your smoke alarm’s 10th birthday. 🎂 Smoke alarms expire every 10 years and need to be replaced. Take time today and check the date. bit.ly/3IesgOn

Whether you're swimming, boating, or simply relaxing by the water, always stay alert. 🛟 Wear a life jacket 🧑‍🤝‍🧑Don’t swim alone 🥤 Stay hydrated Make safety your first priority when on or near the water!

It's hot outside 🌞 @EG_EFS wants to remind everyone that with heat like this it can cause potential health risks so please, check on friends, family & neighbours🌞 ✅Stay hydrated. ✅Watch for signs of exhaustion or stroke. ✅Stay informed. ✅Drink lots of water. ✅Never

Today is Tim Hortons Camp Day. 🏕️☕️ Purchase a hot or iced coffee and 100% of the proceeds will be donated to Tim Hortons Foundation Camps. These camps help support youth by empowering them with a variety of skills to help them excel! Tim Hortons ❤️ Stop by your local Tim's

This Sept 28, all of #Ontario is pushing the button. Join thousands of families across the province and test your smoke alarms—it’s quick, easy, and it saves lives. We’re not just raising awareness—we’re creating a safer Ontario. Be part of it. Get #SavedByTheBeep #BeepTogether

When cooking 🍳 it is important to always stay in the kitchen. Fires are fast and can spread quickly. If you have a fire in your pan use a proper fitting lid and slide it on. Turn off your stove and leave it until it cools. Never throw water on a grease fire. #KitchenFires

Thursday July 24th EG Fire and Emergency Service will be offering Free fire extinguisher training at #EG Artisan and Farmers Market. Sign Up today by scanning the QR code.

Congratulations to Steve Cook as we welcome him as our Deputy Fire Chief of Operations. Deputy Cook joined EG Fire and Emergency Service as a career firefighter in May of 2004 and was promoted to the rank of Captain in July of 2008. Steve was appointed to role of Acting Deputy Chief in February of

Congratulations to Jeffery Kilb on being promoted to Captain. Captain Kilb joined EGFES as a Paid-on-Call firefighter in September of 2007 and qualified to act as Captain in 2015. Jeff has been acting in the role of Captain on a continuous basis since early 2024 assigned to C