July 9, 2021
Outdoor burning ban in the northwest to be expanded
CBC News
A restricted fire zone that had been in effect for some areas of northwestern Ontario has been expanded.
The burning restrictions, which will be updated effective Saturday...
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July 9, 2021
Red Cross helps provincial fire rangers keep COVID-19 at bay with rapid testing
CTV News
TIMMINS -- The Red Cross is running a new program aimed at protecting forest fire rangers throughout northern Ontario from COVID-19 this summer...
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July 9, 2021
Restricted fire zone expands to cover Thunder Bay
TbNewsWatch.com
Outdoor fires will be banned in Thunder Bay as the province expands a restricted fire zone already in place further west.
The Ministry of Northern...
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July 9, 2021
What is the Clarington fire chief most proud of?
Clarington This Week
As Clarington’s long-serving Fire Chief Gord Weir prepares to retire this summer, This Week asked what he’s most proud of accomplishing in his...
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July 9, 2021
‘I think it’s time:’ Clarington’s fire chief retiring
Clarington This Week
After more than 30 years, Clarington’s long-serving fire chief is retiring this summer.
“We’ve got a terrific...
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July 8, 2021
Burn Ban Issued for The Town Of Amherstburg
AM800
A burn ban has been issued in the Town of Amherstburg.
The ban has been put in place until further notice by the Amherstburg Fire Department due to the recent hot, dry weather.
Fire...
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July 8, 2021
Careless smoking cause of apartment fire
The Oshawa Express
Careless smoking was the cause of a devastating fire on Ritson Road South, according to Oshawa Fire Services.
Oshawa Fire is warning of the dangers of careless...
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July 8, 2021
New forest fire discovered near Chapleau
SooToday.com
One new forest fire has been discovered in the region as of Thursday afternoon.
Chapleau 4, which is currently 1 km east of Whipper Lake north of the Sault, is not yet under...
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July 8, 2021
People living in new homes should check smoke and carbon monoxide alarms for protective cover or tape: Pickering fire
DurhamRadioNews.com
If you live in a newly built home, check your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms to make sure...
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July 8, 2021
Waterloo Fire Rescue Virtual Home Smoke Alarm and Fire Safety Campaign 2021
KWNow.ca
Waterloo, Ontario -- The summer season has arrived and Waterloo Fire Rescue has launched their 2021 virtual home smoke alarm and fire safety...
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