Every month I get this email in my inbox from @onfiremarshal and our team in Public Education and Communications. A gentle reminder to test my smoke alarms each month. Have you signed up for this reminder? #TestYourSmokeAlarmDay

#RamadanMubarak to #Muslims observing the holy month of #Ramadan, a month of fasting, prayer and charity. York Region is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. Visit ow.ly/9ntM50V2j56 to learn more. #InclusiveYR

As we “spring forward”, don’t forget: changing your smoke and CO alarm batteries is a crucial step in protecting your home and loved ones - if your alarm uses long-life 🔋, you won’t need to replace them, but it’s still important to test them to ensure they’re working properly!

🚨Fire Prevention Friday 🚨 Make YOUR garage safer with these tips: ✅Keep your garage fire-safe with these simple tips: ✅Never BBQ or cook in your garage—it’s dangerous! ✅Refuel tools outside & wait for them to cool. ✅Use GFCI outlets and plug appliances directly into wall

🔋 Stay Safe When You Power Up! 🔥 Lithium-ion batteries are powerful, but they need care! Stay C.H.A.R.G.E.D. for life and follow these safety tips. ⚡ Power up the right way, Oakville! #BatterySafety #StayCharged #Oakville

It’s the start of #NationalCleaningWeek and likely the moment you realize you meant to start #SpringCleaning the year before. As you jump into your annual spring cleaning routine, here’s a #Spring cleaning list for #FireSafety: #springvibes #spring

Most people think they have six minutes to escape a house fire – but they don't. A clear and well-practiced #HomeFireEscape plan can be the difference between life and death. #FireSafety

Mark your calendars—September 28 is Test Your Smoke Alarm Day! 🎉 It’s loud. It’s fun. It could save your life. 🔥 Get your family ready to press the button, hear the BEEP, and become official fire safety superstars! ⭐ #SavedByTheBeep #FireSafety #Countdown

🚨 Landlords & Tenants: Know Your Fire Safety Responsibilities! 🚨 Your home’s safety isn't optional — it's the law. 🔥 Ignorance isn’t an excuse. Stay informed. Stay protected. #FireSafety #KnowTheLaw #Landlords #Tenants #SafeLiving #Oakville

Accidents happen fast! Always keep your kitchen a #KidFreeZone, especially while cooking.

This Sunday, September 28, is Test Your Smoke Alarm Day. If the next generation can test their smoke alarm, so can you. #SavedByTheBeep

A residential fire spreads quickly and creates highly toxic smoke. Please ensure you have working smoke alarms and a plan to escape.

Lithium-ion devices—such as phones, laptops, toys, and tools—should never be charged on soft surfaces. ⚠️ Beds, couches, pillows = trapped heat. ✅ Safe charging = hard, flat surfaces. #FirePreventionWeek | ChargedForLife.ca

Chief Bryan Burbidge’s Retirement Celebration – November 25, 2025 oafc.on.ca/about/announce…

⚡️Toasters, coffeemakers, and microwaves should go directly into the outlet—no shortcuts! 🔌 If you need an extension cord, ensure it’s the right gauge and look for the certification mark CSA/ULC approved. For electronics and lights, stick to approved power bars.

New gadget drops/dents? Damaged li-ion batteries are volatile! STOP using/charging if you see: • SWELLING/BULGING • EXCESSIVE HEAT • ODD SOUNDS/SMELLS Move device to a safe, non-flammable spot (metal/concrete) outside & call the non-emergency fire line. ChargedForLife.ca

NEVER put old lithium-ion batteries (from phones, tools, e-scooters) in the trash or regular recycling. Crushed batteries ignite, risking workers & property. Take rechargeable batteries to a designated drop-off. Learn more at ChargedForLife.ca #RecycleRight #BlackFriday

🚨FIRE PREVENTION FRIDAY🚨 Have your dryer installed and serviced by a professional, and remember to... ➡️ Not use the dryer without a lint filter. ➡️Clean out the dryer’s lint filter before each use of the dryer. Remove the lint that has collected around the drum. ➡️Clean lint

We would like to remind everyone to never discard cigarette or other smoking articles into plastic pots. Always use a metal tin that is kept away from your house.

Happy New Year, Ontario! 🚨 As we welcome 2026, we’re sending warm wishes for a safe, healthy, and joyful year ahead. 🔥 NEW FIRE CODE REQUIREMENTS: Carbon monoxide alarms The start of a new year is the perfect time to build strong safety habits, starting with a crucial