St. Lucia Fire Service Fire Prevention Department

24/12/2024

🎄🚒 Passing the Emergency Line : Firefighter Christmas Edition!🚒🎄

Hey everyone! This holiday season, our fire department joined the trending TikTok challenge: Passing the Phone! 🎥 We had a blast sharing some important safety tips to keep you and your loved ones safe during Christmas.

✨ Here’s what we covered

1. Kitchen Fires
2. Decoration Safety
2. Smoke alarms
3.Alcohol Safety
4. Fire escape plan
5. Candle Safety
6 .Overcrowding of Spaces

Join us in spreading awareness by checking out our Christmas Tiktok Trend Video and sharing it with friends and family! Let’s make this holiday season safe and merry for everyone! 🎉❤️

28/10/2024

The Saint Lucia Fire Service successfully conducted a fire evacuation drill with the St. Aloysius R.C. Boys' School, as part of Fire Prevention Week which began from the 6th to the 12th of October. The drill aimed to enhance the school's preparedness for emergencies and reinforce safety protocols among students, staff, and administration.👏👨‍🚒

The drill involved a simulated fire scenario, prompting a swift and orderly evacuation of the entire school building. Students and staff followed designated evacuation routes and assembled at the designated assembly point. The Fire Service personnel were on-site to oversee the drill and provide guidance.🚒🚨🧯

An effective evacuation plan is crucial for ensuring the safety of individuals in the event of a fire or other emergencies. By regularly practicing drills and maintaining a well-defined plan, we can significantly reduce the risk of injuries and fatalities.✍️

09/10/2024

🔥 Fire Prevention Week: October 6-12 🔥

Join us in celebrating Fire Prevention Week with this year's theme: Smoke Alarms: Make Them Work for You!

We kicked off the week with a successful town hall meeting at the Praislin Community Center on October 7th, where residents received vital fire safety advice and signed up for our ongoing Smoke Alarm Installation drive.

Today, October 8th, we’re at St. Aloysius R.C. Boys' School, teaching students about the importance of smoke alarms while engaging in fun activities. Our valued partner, Innovative Business Solutions (IBS Inc.), is also showcasing fire safety solutions to both students and teachers.

Tomorrow, we'll be heading to the community of Micoud for similar activities at the Micoud Infant and Primary Schools.

Finally, on Friday, October 11, we will conduct mass evacuation drills at the aforementioned schools, wrapping up a week dedicated to fire safety.

Stay safe and remember: smoke alarms save lives! 🛑🚒

09/10/2024

🔥🚒 Fire Prevention Week: October 6-12 🚒🔥

Join the Saint Lucia Fire Service in raising awareness during Fire Prevention Week! This year, we’re focusing on the importance of fire safety at home and in our communities.

🔥 Tips for Fire Safety:
1. Check Your Smoke Alarms: Ensure they’re working and replace batteries if needed.

2. Create an Escape Plan: Have a clear plan and practice it with your family.

3. Stay Aware: Always keep an eye on cooking and heating devices.

4. Educate Your Community: Share fire safety tips with your friends and neighbors.

Let’s come together to promote safety and prevent fires! Remember, your safety is in your hands.

📅 Mark Your Calendars: Join us for community events and educational workshop throughout the week. Stay tuned for more details!

17/09/2024

🚨 Smoke Alarm Initiative in Saint Lucia! 🚨

Attention, Saint Lucia! Our dedicated fire officers are on a mission to keep our communities safe with the ongoing Smoke Alarm Initiative. Launched on September 11th, we’ve already installed 50 smoke alarms in the Castries East constituency, specifically in the Marchand community.

But we’re just getting started! Our team is excited to move into other constituencies, ensuring that every home is equipped with the necessary tools to prevent fire hazards and protect our loved ones.

🔥 Get Involved!🔥

We encourage all residents to engage with our fire officers. They are here not just to install smoke alarms but to educate and empower you with vital fire safety knowledge. Your participation is key to a safer community!

🌟 Stay Tuned! 🌟

We will be coming to a community near you soon! Keep an eye out for announcements about when we’ll be visiting your area. Together, let’s make Saint Lucia a safer place for everyone!

For more information or to find out how you can get involved, don’t hesitate to reach out to your local fire department.Call 455-6113

Stay safe, stay alert, and let’s work together to protect our homes! 🚒💪

17/09/2024

The Saint Lucia Fire Service is inviting all secondary schools to participate in our banner competition. The winning banner will be featured during the fire service motorcade and will serve as the theme for Fire Prevention Week.

Prizes:

Place: $400 + Trophy + Picture + Spa Gift certificate

Place:$250 + Trophy

Place: $150 + Trophy

Competition Rules:

Banners must be digital and 15x 8 ft in sizeBanners should be creative, original, and related to fire safety theme for 2024." Smoke alarms, make them work for you "Submissions must be received by 23rd of September.Winners will be announced on 25th of September

How to Participate:

Design and create your banner.Submit the photo of your banner along with your school's name and contact information to [email protected]

Let's work together to promote fire safety and showcase your artistic talents!

For more information, please contact Fire Service Headquarters; Fire Prevention Unit at 1758 4556113.

14/09/2024

Happy 50th Anniversary to the Saint Lucia Fire Service! 🎉

Today, we celebrate half a century of bravery, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the safety of our community. To all the firefighters who have served and continue to serve, your courage and selflessness inspire us all. Thank you for your tireless efforts in protecting lives and property, often putting yourselves in harm's way.

Here's to many more years of service, teamwork, and making a difference. Happy Anniversary! 🚒🔥

12/09/2024

🎉🎂 Happy 50th Anniversary to the Saint Lucia Fire Service! 🚒🔥

On Septemeber 14th , we will be celebrating five decades of bravery, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of our community. Since September 14, 1974, our firefighters have stood as a symbol of hope and resilience, responding to emergencies with courage and professionalism.

As we reflect on the incredible journey of the Saint Lucia Fire Service, we honor the countless lives saved and the heroic efforts of our firefighters, past and present. Your selfless service and determination inspire us all.

Join us in celebrating this remarkable milestone! Here’s to many more years of protecting and serving our beautiful island. Happy Journey To 50 !🎉❤️

16/08/2024

Fire is a danger that everyone must take seriously. If a fire does break out, people can be in great danger. Prevent fires before they start. Protect your memories. Here are some fire safety tips for your home:

30/03/2024

Date: March 30, 2024

INTERRUPTION OF TELEPHONE SERVICE AT THE SAINT LUCIA FIRE SERVICE

CASTRIES, Saturday March 30, 2024: The Saint Lucia Fire Service regrets to inform the public, of an interruption in the telephone service. As a result, calls made from mobile phones to the fixed line numbers of the fire stations have been experiencing delays.

Therefore, we are advising the public to utilize the following mobile numbers to contact the various stations:

 Babonneau Fire Station – 721 3280 or 720 1723

 Dennery Fire Station – 712 0158 or 712 0167

 Fire Service Headquarters – 717 3715, 719 6267, 719 6260 or 728 2888

 George Charles Fire Hall – 712 0311 or 712 0286

 Gros Islet Fire Station – 7120178 or 712 0168

 Hewanorra Crash Fire Hall – 712 0236 or 712 0269

 Micoud Fire Station – 712 0194 or 712 0220

 Soufriere Fire Station – 712 0232 or 712 0234

 Vieux Fort Fire Station – 720 3326, 722 0700 or 720 2538

Please note that the emergency line, 911, is still functional.

Please be guided accordingly.

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29/12/2023

Please take note and save your life or someone else’s…

If you are going to the Ocean and want to swim in the ocean, please take note of the following:

RIP CURRENT DANGER

Here we see a perfect small-scale version of a rip current!

Arrows 1 and 2 represent the sandbars, which is where you want to be! (This is why we advise swimming parallel to the shore because you will get out of a rip and in most cases onto a sand bar.)

Arrows 3 and 4 represent the feeder current, which is water being drawn into the rip current. If you’re in a feeder current, you are being sucked into the rip!

Arrow 5 represents the rip current! That's where water is being sucked out into the gulf and if you’re in the rip you’re going with it!

Please DO NOT allow children to swim in the ocean without adult supervision.

Have a wonderful time at the Sea, but never forget SAFETY ALWAYS FIRST!!!

Read more about Rip Currents safety https://tourismguideafrica.com/rip-currents/

Be Wise, Save Lives!!!