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π₯ Lithium-ion batteries can overheat and trigger a fast-moving fire thatβs hard to stop. Watch for warning signs:
β οΈ Unusual heat
β οΈ Swelling or bulging
β οΈ Hissing or popping sounds
β οΈ Smoke or strong odour
β οΈ Sparks or flames
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π Celebrate Victoria Day safely, North Grenville!
π Use fireworks only in open areas & keep water nearby
π« Check burn bans/permits & ALWAYS call before you burn: 613-706-1770
π Never leave BBQs unattended
π₯ Test smoke & CO alarms wherever youβre staying π
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Emergency Preparedness Week 2026, a national awareness initiative and an opportunity for you to take action to ensure you're prepared to protect yourself, your family and your community during an emergency.
For more information about fire safety, visit northgrenville.ca/fire
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π₯π§οΈ A seasonal reminder: while the ground may feel damp or wet with the rain, dead grass, weeds, and brush dry out quickly and can ignite fast - especially if it's windy.
βΌοΈ Never throw cigarette butts out the car window βΌοΈ
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π₯ Lithium-ion batteries can overheat and trigger a fast-moving fire thatβs hard to stop. Watch for warning signs:
β οΈ Unusual heat
β οΈ Swelling or bulging
β οΈ Hissing or popping sounds
β οΈ Smoke or strong odour
β οΈ Sparks or flames
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π© Safety Reminder from North Grenville Fire Service
π¨ Public Safety Notice from North Grenville Fire Service: Fluctuating winter temps create dangerous, unpredictable ice on creeks, rivers & ponds. Ice weakens from below and may fail without warning.
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β DYK you need to purchase a burn permit each year? It's easy to do online at: NG.BurnPermits.com
It is an annual fee of $15.00 and is valid until December 31 of the year of purchase.
Have a burning question? northgrenville.ca/fire
#NorthGrenville #NGFire
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π¨ New CO alarm rules take effect Jan 1, 2026 for all homes & cottages.
For homes with fireplaces, fuel-burning appliances, or heated air from a fuel-burning unit outside your home. Every storey near all bedrooms.
More info: northgrenville.ca/fire | Ontario.ca/CarbonMonoxide
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π© Safety Reminder from North Grenville Fire Service
π¨ Public Safety Notice from North Grenville Fire Service: Fluctuating winter temps create dangerous, unpredictable ice on creeks, rivers & ponds. Ice weakens from below and may fail without warning.
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π¨ New CO alarm rules take effect Jan 1, 2026 for all homes & cottages.
For homes with fireplaces, fuel-burning appliances, or heated air from a fuel-burning unit outside your home. Every storey near all bedrooms.
More info: northgrenville.ca/fire | Ontario.ca/CarbonMonoxide
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π© Safety Reminder from North Grenville Fire Service
π¨ Public Safety Notice from North Grenville Fire Service: Fluctuating winter temps create dangerous, unpredictable ice on creeks, rivers & ponds. Ice weakens from below and may fail without warning.
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π¨ New CO alarm rules take effect Jan 1, 2026 for all homes & cottages.
For homes with fireplaces, fuel-burning appliances, or heated air from a fuel-burning unit outside your home. Every storey near all bedrooms.
More info: northgrenville.ca/fire | Ontario.ca/CarbonMonoxide
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β DYK you need to purchase a burn permit each year? It's easy to do online at: NG.BurnPermits.com
It is an annual fee of $15.00 and is valid until December 31 of the year of purchase.
Have a burning question? northgrenville.ca/fire
#NorthGrenville #NGFire
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π North Grenville Fire Service β December 2025 Call Summary π
In December, NGFS responded to 49 emergency calls, including:
β’ π¨ 15 alarms
β’ π 16 medical calls
β’ π 8 motor vehicle collisions
β’ π₯ 0 fires
β’ π 10 other calls for service
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π₯ A cautious reminder from #NGFireService: A dry tree can catch fire and burn faster than newspaper. Dispose of your tree when it is dry:
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Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
π699 Crozier Road, Oxford Mills
βοΈ613-258-9677
πnorthgrenville.ca/waste
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π¨ New CO alarm rules take effect Jan 1, 2026 for all homes & cottages.
For homes with fireplaces, fuel-burning appliances, or heated air from a fuel-burning unit outside your home. Every storey near all bedrooms.
More info: northgrenville.ca/fire | Ontario.ca/CarbonMonoxide
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β DYK you need to purchase a burn permit each year? It's easy to do online at: NG.BurnPermits.com
It is an annual fee of $15.00 and is valid until December 31 of the year of purchase.
Have a burning question? northgrenville.ca/fire
#NorthGrenville #NGFire
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π₯ A cautious reminder from #NGFireService: A dry tree can catch fire and burn faster than newspaper. Dispose of your tree when it is dry:
π
Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, 9:00AM - 4:00PM
π699 Crozier Road, Oxford Mills
βοΈ613-258-9677
πnorthgrenville.ca/waste
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31 Dec 2025
π¨ New CO alarm rules take effect Jan 1, 2026 for all homes & cottages.
For homes with fireplaces, fuel-burning appliances, or heated air from a fuel-burning unit outside your home. Every storey near all bedrooms.
More info: northgrenville.ca/fire | Ontario.ca/CarbonMonoxide
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25 Dec 2025
The North Grenville Fire Service wishes you and your loved ones a happy holiday season π May it be filled with joy, peace, and safety for all in our community.
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