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Kincardine Fire & Emergency Services is a two station team providing education, prevention, fire, rescue and emergency response for the Municipality of Kincardine.

A simple reminder for Fire Prevention Month: where and how you charge your devices matters.Charge large items like e-bik...
10/08/2026

A simple reminder for Fire Prevention Month: where and how you charge your devices matters.

Charge large items like e-bikes, scooters, and power tools outside when possible. Never block exits when charging. These batteries store more energy, and fires can grow quickly if they fail. More info: fpw.org

Learn more about fire safety from the Municipality of Kincardine Fire and Emergency Services: https://www.kincardine.ca/our-services/fire-and-emergency/

Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Safety 🔋Lithium-ion batteries are found in cell phones, laptops, power tools, e-bikes, and many...
09/17/2026

Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Safety 🔋

Lithium-ion batteries are found in cell phones, laptops, power tools, e-bikes, and many other everyday devices. When damaged, overheated, or charged improperly, they can create a serious fire risk.

Keep these safety tips in mind:
✅Use manufacturer-approved batteries and chargers.
✅Never charge devices on beds, couches, or other surfaces that can burn.
✅Avoid charging batteries overnight or when unattended.
✅Keep batteries away from excessive heat.
✅Stop using batteries that are swollen, leaking, unusually hot, or damaged.
✅Never put lithium-ion batteries in household garbage.

If a battery overheats, begins smoking, or catches fire, move away from the area and call 9-1-1 if there is a threat to people or property.

Safe charging, regular checks, and proper disposal can help prevent lithium-ion battery fires.

🔥 Back to school means back to routines, and it’s a good time to make fire safety part of yours.The Kincardine Fire Depa...
09/11/2026

🔥 Back to school means back to routines, and it’s a good time to make fire safety part of yours.

The Kincardine Fire Department is reminding families to take a few minutes this September to review fire safety at home:

✅Practice your home escape plan and make sure everyone knows your family meeting place.
✅Test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms and make sure children know what to do when they hear them.
✅Talk about kitchen safety, especially if older kids are preparing after-school snacks on their own.
✅Check charging cords, power bars and electronics for damage, and avoid overloading outlets.
✅Remind children to get outside, stay outside and call 9-1-1 from a safe location in an emergency.

A few simple conversations and checks can help make sure everyone in your household knows what to do when it matters most.

Make fire safety part of your family’s back-to-school routine.

🕯️Candle Safety Starts With YouCandles can create a cozy atmosphere, but an open flame always comes with a risk. A few s...
09/08/2026

🕯️Candle Safety Starts With You

Candles can create a cozy atmosphere, but an open flame always comes with a risk. A few simple precautions can help prevent a candle from becoming a fire hazard in your home.

If you burn candles:
✅Keep candles at least 30 centimetres (one foot) away from anything that can burn.
✅Use sturdy candle holders on stable, uncluttered surfaces.
✅Keep hair and loose clothing away from the flame when lighting candles.
✅Blow out candles whenever you leave the room or go to bed.
✅Avoid using candles in bedrooms or anywhere someone may fall asleep.
✅Never let a candle burn all the way down to its holder or container.
✅Never use candles in a home where oxygen is being used.

➡️Candles and kids
Never leave a child alone in a room with a burning candle. Keep matches and lighters up high, out of reach, and preferably in a locked cabinet.

➡️Be ready for power outages
Keep flashlights and battery-powered lighting somewhere easy to find. During a power outage, use these instead of candles.

When it comes to candle safety, the simplest rule is also the most important: never leave a burning candle unattended.

🌾 Harvest season is well underway, and fire prevention is important.Dry crops, hot equipment, dust buildup, and long ope...
08/26/2026

🌾 Harvest season is well underway, and fire prevention is important.

Dry crops, hot equipment, dust buildup, and long operating hours can quickly turn a small spark into a serious fire.

Before heading into the field:
→ Clean dust, chaff, and crop residue from equipment
→ Check bearings, belts, chains, and electrical components
→ Watch for oil, fuel, and hydraulic leaks
→ Make sure fire extinguishers are charged and accessible
→ Stop immediately if you notice smoke, burning smells, unusual noises, or excessive heat

A few extra minutes spent cleaning and checking equipment can help protect people, crops, equipment, and property during harvest season. 🚒

🚨 KNOW THE LAW: Part 3It's a Shared ResponsibilityFire safety is everyone's responsibility.Landlords must:➡️ Install, ma...
08/14/2026

🚨 KNOW THE LAW: Part 3
It's a Shared Responsibility

Fire safety is everyone's responsibility.

Landlords must:
➡️ Install, maintain, and test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.
➡️ Keep alarms in good working order.

Tenants must:
➡️ Never disable a smoke or carbon monoxide alarm.
➡️ Notify their landlord immediately if an alarm isn't working or has been disconnected.

Working together helps protect lives and creates safer homes for everyone.

Questions? Contact Fire Prevention Officer, Scott Thomson at (519) 385-0527

Know the Law. Protect Your Tenants. Prevent Tragedy.

🚨 KNOW THE LAW: Part 2Landlord ResponsibilitiesFire safety is more than installing alarms. Under the Ontario Fire Code, ...
08/06/2026

🚨 KNOW THE LAW: Part 2
Landlord Responsibilities

Fire safety is more than installing alarms. Under the Ontario Fire Code, landlords are responsible for ensuring smoke and carbon monoxide alarms remain in good working order.

Landlords must:
➡️ Test alarms at least once a year.
➡️ Test alarms after every change in tenancy.
➡️ Test alarms after replacing batteries.
➡️ Test alarms following electrical work on the alarm circuit.
➡️ Provide tenants with the manufacturer's instructions.

Failure to meet these requirements can result in charges under the Fire Protection and Prevention Act.

Questions? Contact Fire Prevention Officer, Scott Thomson at (519) 385-0527

Know the Law. Protect Your Tenants. Prevent Tragedy.

🚨 KNOW THE LAW: Part 1Smoke and Carbon Monoxide AlarmsIf you own a rental property in Ontario, you're responsible for en...
07/30/2026

🚨 KNOW THE LAW: Part 1
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms

If you own a rental property in Ontario, you're responsible for ensuring smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are installed and maintained in accordance with the Ontario Fire Code.

Smoke alarms are required:
➡️ Outside every sleeping area.
➡️ On every storey of the home.
➡️ In certain sleeping rooms and other locations as required by the Fire Code.

Carbon monoxide alarms are required when a rental unit contains a fuel-burning appliance, fireplace, or is adjacent to an attached garage.

Questions? Contact Fire Prevention Officer, Scott Thomson at (519) 385-0527

Know the Law. Protect Your Tenants. Prevent Tragedy.

Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms save lives! But when nuisance alarms happen too often, people may be tempted to disable...
07/22/2026

Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms save lives! But when nuisance alarms happen too often, people may be tempted to disable them, putting themselves and their families at risk. The good news is that most nuisance alarms can be prevented with proper placement and regular maintenance.

One way to reduce nuisance alarms is to install alarms in the right locations:
➡️At least 10 feet (3 m) away from cooking appliances.
➡️Avoid installing smoke alarms directly outside bathrooms, where steam can trigger false alarms.

If an alarm sounds:
➡️ Never remove the battery or unplug the alarm.
➡️ Use the silence button if your alarm has one.
➡️ Vent the area by opening windows or using fans.
➡️ Safely investigate the cause of the alarm.

If you're experiencing repeated nuisance alarms, it's a sign that something needs attention. Don't ignore it.

A properly working smoke or carbon monoxide alarm can save your life.

Questions? Contact Fire Prevention Officer, Scott Thomson at (519) 385-0527

Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms save lives! But when nuisance alarms happen too often, people may be tempted to disable...
07/14/2026

Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms save lives! But when nuisance alarms happen too often, people may be tempted to disable them, putting themselves and their families at risk. The good news is that most nuisance alarms can be prevented with proper placement and regular maintenance.

One way to reduce nuisance alarms is to keep your alarms maintained:
➡️Test alarms every month.
➡️Replace batteries at least once a year, or when the alarm chirps.
➡️Vacuum alarm vents every six months to remove dust and insects.
➡️Replace smoke alarms every 10 years.
➡️Replace carbon monoxide alarms according to the manufacturer's instructions, typically every 5 to 10 years.

If an alarm sounds:
➡️ Never remove the battery or unplug the alarm.
➡️ Use the silence button if your alarm has one.
➡️ Vent the area by opening windows or using fans.
➡️ Safely investigate the cause of the alarm.

If you're experiencing repeated nuisance alarms, it's a sign that something needs attention. Don't ignore it.

A properly working smoke or carbon monoxide alarm can save your life.

Questions? Contact Fire Prevention Officer, Scott Thomson at (519) 385-0527

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127 Mahood-Johnston Drive
Kincardine, ON
N2Z3A2

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Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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