Maria Aurora Fire Station BFP R3

05/10/2026

Unattended Cooking Causes Fires: Never Leave the Kitchen!
06 October 2026

Distractions can lead to disaster in a matter of seconds. This vital fire safety reminder from Maria Aurora Fire Station highlights that staying alert is your best defense against kitchen accidents:
🛑 The Golden Rule of Cooking
• Stay in the kitchen whenever you are frying, boiling, grilling, or broiling food.
🚫 Why Constant Supervision Matters
• Fast-moving flames: High-heat cooking methods like frying or grilling can spark a grease fire instantly if left unattended.
• Boil-overs: Pots left to boil can spill over, extinguishing gas flames while allowing dangerous gas to escape, or causing electrical shorts.
• Immediate response: Being physically present allows you to act quickly—turning off the heat source before a minor flare-up turns into a structural fire.

If you must leave the kitchen for even a short moment, turn off the stove. It is always better to pause your cooking than to risk a fire!
In case of fire and other emergencies,
Call: MARIA AURORA FIRE STATION
National Emergency Hotline: 911
Smart: 0999-556-8761

05/10/2026

05 OCTOBER 2026 | DAILY SKILLS ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM

The Maria Aurora Fire Station, under the leadership of FCSUPT ALDWIN M SALAZAR, Regional Director, BFP Region 3, and the supervision of FSUPT MARIA LEAH A SAJILI, DSC, Provincial Fire Marshal of Aurora, with the guidance of SFO3 Dexter G Reyes, OIC - Municipal Fire Marshal, through the Administrative Section, facilitated a lecture on administrative matters, focusing on the proper and accurate filling out of the Leave Record Index.

The activity aimed to enhance personnel’s knowledge and understanding of the proper procedures in accomplishing the Leave Record Index, ensuring accurate documentation, proper record-keeping, and compliance with existing policies and guidelines. It also emphasized the importance of maintaining updated and organized leave records for efficient personnel administration.


In case of fire and other emergencies,
Call: MARIA AURORA FIRE STATION
National Emergency Hotline: 911
Smart: 0999-556-8761

04/10/2026

Prevent Kitchen Burns: Turn Pot Handles Inward!
05 October 2026

The kitchen is one of the busiest areas in a home, and cooking safely means preventing accidental spills and burns. This important tip from the Maria Aurora Fire Station reminds us of a simple adjustment that protects everyone—especially children:
🍳 The Golden Rule of Cookware
• Turn pot handles toward the back of the stove: Always ensure handles are facing inward and away from the edge of the stove or counter.
🚫 Why It Matters
• Prevents accidental bumps: Overhanging handles can easily be caught by clothing or bumped into by passing family members, leading to severe scalds from hot food or boiling liquids.
• Keeps out of reach of children: Curious toddlers can easily reach up and pull a pot down onto themselves if the handle is sticking out.

A small habit change can prevent a painful accident. Keep your cooking area safe and secure!
In case of fire and other emergencies,
Call: MARIA AURORA FIRE STATION
National Emergency Hotline: 911
Smart: 0999-556-8761

04/10/2026

04 October 2026 | FLUSHING OPERATION
Personnel of this station conducted flushing operation at Public Market (wet section), Brgy. 04, Maria Aurora, Aurora.


In case of fire and other emergency
Call: MARIA AURORA FIRE STATION
National Emergency Hotline: 911
📱Smart: 0999-556-8761

03/10/2026

Be Prepared for a Kitchen Emergency: Keep Fire Suppression Ready!
04 October 2026

Kitchen fires can happen in a flash, and having the right tools close at hand is your best line of defense. This life-saving reminder from Maria Aurora Fire Station focuses on active household emergency readiness:
🚨 Rapid Response Readiness
• Be prepared for a kitchen emergency: Do not wait for a flare-up to figure out how to put it out. Keep specialized tools like a fire blanket within arm's reach of your cooking station.
🍳 Active Steps to Prevent and Handle Kitchen Incidents
• Know your tools: Unlike traditional heavy extinguishers, aerosol fire sprays are lightweight and easy to discharge quickly on small stovetop, grease, or electrical fires.
• Keep lids nearby: Always keep a well-fitting metal lid close to your pan while cooking. If a small grease fire breaks out, sliding the lid over the pan is the fastest way to smother the oxygen.
• Never use water on oil: Pouring water on a grease or oil fire will cause a violent explosion of steam and flames, spreading the fire across your kitchen instantly.

Equip your kitchen with the right safety gear and know how to use it before an emergency strikes! 🛑🔥
In case of fire and other emergencies,
Call: MARIA AURORA FIRE STATION
National Emergency Hotline: 911
Smart: 0999-556-8761

03/10/2026

03 OCTOBER 2026 | DAILY SKILLS ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM

The Maria Aurora Fire Station, under the leadership of FCSUPT ALDWIN M SALAZAR, Regional Director, BFP Region 3, and the supervision of FSUPT MARIA LEAH A SAJILI, DSC Provincial Fire Marshal of Aurora, with the guidance of SFO3 Dexter G Reyes, OIC - Municipal Fire Marshal, conducted Basic Ropemanship and Knot Tying Familiarization as part of the Daily Skills Enhancement Program.

The activity focused on proper rope handling, identification, and mastery of standard rescue knots. Building the foundation skills needed during rescue and emergency operations. "Precision in every tie, confidence in every rescue." Continuous skills enhancement ensures our firefighters remain prepared, capable, and ready to serve and protect at all times.


In case of fire and other emergencies,
Call: MARIA AURORA FIRE STATION
National Emergency Hotline: 911
Smart: 0999-556-8761

02/10/2026

Safe Grilling: Keep the Flames on the Food, Not Your Home!
03 October 2026

Barbecuing is a great way to enjoy meals with family, but open flames require constant caution. This reminder from the Maria Aurora Fire Station stresses the importance of proper grill placement to prevent destructive fires:
🏡 Keep It Outdoors & Clear
• Only use your grill outside: Never operate a charcoal or gas grill indoors, inside a garage, or in an enclosed porch.
• Stay out from under roof edges: Keep the grill clear of overhanging eaves, awnings, and low ceilings.
• Keep well away from siding: Position your grilling station a safe distance from the exterior walls of your house.
• Clear out overhead hazards: Ensure the grill is placed far away from deck railings, low-hanging tree branches, and dry foliage.

Enjoy your barbecue safely by designating a clear, open zone for cooking!
In case of fire and other emergencies,
Call: MARIA AURORA FIRE STATION
National Emergency Hotline: 911
Smart: 0999-556-8761

02/10/2026

02 OCTOBER 2026 | DAILY SKILLS ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM | SCBA

The Maria Aurora Fire Station, under the leadership of FCSUPT ALDWIN M SALAZAR, Regional Director, BFP Region 3, and the supervision of FSUPT MARIA LEAH A SAJILI, DSC Provincial Fire Marshal of Aurora, with the guidance of SFO3 Dexter G Reyes, OIC - Municipal Fire Marshal, conducted familiarization on the different parts of the Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), along with the proper donning and doffing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) with SCBA as part of the Daily Skills Enhancement Program of the BFP.


In case of fire and other emergencies,
Call: MARIA AURORA FIRE STATION
National Emergency Hotline: 911
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02/10/2026

02/10/2026

𝗪𝗘𝗟𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗘 𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗞, 𝗙𝗖𝗦𝗨𝗣𝗧 𝗔𝗟𝗗𝗪𝗜𝗡 𝗠 𝗦𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗭𝗔𝗥, 𝗦𝗶𝗿!

BFP Central Luzon warmly welcomes back FCSUPT ALDWIN M SALAZAR, the newly installed Regional Director of BFP Central Luzon.

Having previously served as a member of the BFP R3 Command Group, your return marks a meaningful homecoming—bringing with you valuable experience, familiarity with the region, and a deep understanding of the organization and its people.

Today, you take on a new responsibility as the leader of BFP Central Luzon. We look forward to your guidance as we continue to uphold our commitment to protect lives and properties and deliver responsive and reliable fire protection services to the people of Central Luzon.

Welcome back to BFP Central Luzon, Sir! We are honored to have you lead us once again.