McDougall Fire Department

06/19/2026

Countdown – Day 5
Campfires can create precious moments of warmth and laughter with family and friends, or quiet moments to enjoy nature.

Learn proper campfire safety so these moments can stay bright in everyone’s memories.
- Obey fire warnings and bans in the area
- Never leave a fire unattended
- Put fires out completely before you leave or go to bed
- Buy firewood near where you’ll use it and leave unused firewood on site to avoid the spread of pests

Learn how to keep everyone safe: https://parks.canada.ca/voyage-travel/hebergement-accommodation/initiation-camping-learn/feudecamp-campfire

06/19/2026

McDougall School Water Day fun

06/18/2026

Don’t fly drones within nine kilometres of a wildland fire. Drones interfere with wildland firefighting operations and put pilots, FireRangers and other emergency personnel at risk. Flying drones near fires is dangerous and illegal.

06/18/2026

we have flyers available in 24 languages with info and tips to stay safe during extreme heat? These are great resources to print and add to your emergency plan. Download today!

Extreme heat: https://publications.gov.on.ca/301808
Heat-related illnesses: https://www.publications.gov.on.ca/301763

06/18/2026

After successful suppression efforts by our fire management personnel and significant rainfall, Timmins 9 is now listed as Under Control. Bucketing helicopters have continued to support thirteen ground crews as they patrol and action hot spots within the perimeter. Heavy equipment teams and our Incident Management Team have now wrapped up their operations, while crews continue working on the fire.

06/18/2026

🚒 Equipment Upgrade

We have received our two new thermal imaging cameras, purchased from AJ Stone Company. These cameras will replace our current 20-year-old units and will enhance our ability to locate fire, identify hotspots, and find patients during emergency incidents.

On behalf of the department, I would like to thank Council and the Ratepayers for supporting this important equipment upgrade and helping us continue to provide the best possible service to our community. 🚒 

06/12/2026

During a thunderstorm, go indoors and stay away from windows. If you are driving, stay in the vehicle, pull over and stay away from tall objects that could fall.

After the last rumble of thunder, stay inside for at least 30 minutes and stay at least 10 m away from any downed power lines.

Learn how to get prepared before a thunderstorm strikes this summer: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/policing/emergencies/preparedness/get-prepared/hazards-emergencies/thunderstorms.html?utm_campaign=ps-sp-gtprprd-26-27&utm_medium=smo&utm_source=fb-en

06/12/2026

Always be prepared for heat, recover from a long day in the sun with some proper hydration.

As festivities start across Ontario, stay cool and for extreme heat ☀️

If you’re planning to be outdoors for long periods of time, wear a hat to protect your face, apply sunscreen and drink lots of water.

Learn more: https://www.ontario.ca/page/extreme-heat

06/04/2026

Just a reminder to all residents that the fire hazard rating is set to high, which means that you can have campfires 2 feet by 2 feet only have a great weekend. Enjoy the sunshine.

05/29/2026

Thank you to the roads department for helping us put our new sign structures in for replacement FIRE DANGER RATING SIGNS and this new one on McDougall Rd.