Bruce Mines Fire Department

05/22/2026

DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES, THE BMFD CAR WASH WILL BE POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. THANK YOU FOR UNDERSTANDING.

05/14/2026

🌷 Your May Long Weekend Safety Checklist 🌷

The "May Two-Four" is finally here! Whether you are opening the cottage, firing up the grill for the first time, or heading out to the campground, a few minutes of prep ensures your long weekend stays relaxing and safe.

Before you kick back, run through this quick safety checklist:

🏠 Opening the Cottage or Trailer?
The "First Task" Rule: As soon as you arrive, make testing your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms your very first priority. Winter cold can drain batteries, so bring fresh spares in your "opening kit."

Check for "Roommates": Birds and squirrels love nesting in chimneys and vent pipes over the winter. Inspect your woodstove and furnace vents for blockages before lighting that first fire.

Visible Address: Ensure your emergency (911) sign is clear of new spring growth and visible from the road so first responders can find you quickly if needed.

🍔 The BBQ "Sizzle" Prep
The Soapy Leak Test: Before the first cookout, spray a 50/50 mix of dish soap and water on the hoses and connections. If you see bubbles when the gas is turned on, you’ve got a leak that needs fixing.

Clear the Tubes: Spiders often nest in burner tubes over the winter, which can cause dangerous "flashbacks." Give them a quick clean with a pipe cleaner or venturi brush.

Space it Out: Keep your grill at least 1 metre (3 feet) away from vinyl siding, deck railings, and out from under overhanging eaves.

🔥 Campfires & Yard Clean-up
Know Before You Glow: Spring can be deceptively dry. Always check the local municipal fire rating or burn ban status before lighting a brush pile or a campfire.

Soak, Stir, Repeat: Never leave a fire unattended. When you’re done, soak the ashes with water, stir them, and soak again until they are cool to the touch.

Wind Watch: If it’s a breezy day, skip the burning. Embers from spring yard waste can travel quickly into dry grass and structures.

🚤 On the Water
Lifejacket Check: Ensure you have enough lifejackets for everyone on board and that they still fit correctly (especially for growing kids!).

Cold Water Caution: Remember that while the air is getting warm, the water is still freezing. Always wear your PFD—it’s much harder to put one on once you’re in the water.

Let's keep our community safe this weekend! Have a wonderful and safe Victoria Day long weekend!

05/11/2026

05/09/2026

It’s the final day of Emergency Preparedness Week! 🏁 Our table at the Municipal office is still stocked with guides on safety, storage, and emergency contacts. Don't wait for the next storm to realize you're missing a plan. Stop in over the next week and get prepared! Missed the deadline or can't stop by? No worries! Just reach out to our Municipal staffand we’ll help you get a copy and get you started on your plan! You can find all the links that were provided from the last week by going to https://brucemines.ca/government/safety-accessibility/

Your safety is our priority, but preparedness starts at home. Stay informed and start your plan today!

Stay Ready, Stay Safe.
Bruce Mines Fire Department & The Town Of Bruce Mines

05/08/2026

Learn about how you can prepare your family for an emergency and learn about how we are working with provincial and territorial governments, academia, national associations and non-governmental organizations to strengthen national emergency preparedness.

05/08/2026

You could win an emergency kit!

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Another day, another chance to win an emergency kit! Do you have a kit or plan ready to go? Tell us how you prepare for emergencies on GC Forms: https://forms-formulaires.alpha.canada.ca/en/id/cmo7arhnd00gmyi01s9e7hv84

05/07/2026

Learn how to be prepared for an emergency to ensure the safety of children, people with disabilities, seniors and pets.

Learn how to be prepared for an emergency to ensure the safety of children, people with disabilities, seniors and pets.

05/07/2026

If you are in Ontario, you may receive a test emergency alert on your phone today. If you receive the test alert, please do not call 911. This service is a life-saving tool for emergencies only, not for complaints about the Alert Ready system.
Find out what to do when you receive the emergency alert test. https://www.alertready.ca/testing-schedule/

05/07/2026

Our Emergency Preparedness table has specialized info for everyone in the family—Learn how to be prepared for an emergency to ensure the safety of children, people with disabilities, seniors and pets. 🐾 Do you have a "Go Bag" for your pets? What about a plan for seniors or those with mobility issues?

The Vulnerable Persons Registry (VPR) is a vital tool designed to protect our neighbors who might need a little extra help during a crisis. Whether it’s a medical condition, a cognitive disability, or a mobility challenge, providing first responders with this information ahead of time allows them to act quickly and effectively when every second counts.

Why Register?

Tailored Response: Police, Fire, and EMS will be aware of your specific needs before they arrive.

Peace of Mind: Ensure your loved ones are accounted for during power outages, natural disasters, or medical emergencies.

Community Safety: Helping our local heroes help you more efficiently.

Take Action Today
It only takes a few minutes to provide the details that could save a life.

Sign up or find more information at: www.soovpr.com