The official Twitter account of the Owen Sound Fire & Emergency Services. This account is staffed during regular business hours. In an emergency dial 911
Joined February 2011
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Owen Sound Fire retweeted
3 Apr 2024
#Recall: JURLEA Area Rugs recalled due to flammability hazard.
Immediately stop using the recalled product and return it to the retail store for a full refund.
Find out more about the recall:
bit.ly/3PNeYsQ
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Owen Sound Fire retweeted
3 Apr 2024
The City is currently hiring Firefighters.
For more details on this opportunity - OwenSound.ca/Employment
#CityOfOwenSound #EmploymentOpportunity #WhereYouWantToWork #NowHiring #FireFighter #OwenSoundFireAndEmergencyServices
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Owen Sound Fire retweeted
5 Mar 2024
City staff will be removing seasonal cross-street Noma lights over 2nd Ave East, tomorrow (March 6). Beginning at 6 a.m., staff will be closing one block at a time to minimize the disruption to visitors and businesses in the River District. All intersections will remain open.
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Owen Sound Fire retweeted
6 Mar 2024
Power up your gadgets with peace of mind! Always choose certified lithium-ion battery-powered devices that meet national safety standards.
Look for one of the recognized Canadian certification marks, such as:
➡️ CSA
➡️ cUL
➡️ cETL
#FireSafety
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Owen Sound Fire retweeted
21 Feb 2024
Recall: FirstPower 4000mAh V6 Battery Replacement for Dyson V6 Series Vacuums recalled due to fire and burn hazard.
Dispose of the product safely by contacting your municipality for instructions on lithium-ion battery disposal.
Find out more at:
recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en…
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Owen Sound Fire retweeted
25 Jan 2024
#Recall: @GovCanHealth warns that FirstPower 4000mAh V6 Battery Replacement for Dyson V6 Series Vacuums may pose a risk of fire and burns.
Stop using the product and contact your municipality for safe disposal of lithium-ion batteries.
Find out more at:
bit.ly/3Hzs20G
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Owen Sound Fire retweeted
10 Jan 2024
Using unapproved batteries and cords, overcharging devices and tampering with devices can cause devastating fires. Before using lithium-ion battery powered devices, always read and follow the safety instructions that come with the device. #Toronto #safety
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Owen Sound Fire retweeted
18 Dec 2023
Expanded #Recall: Steamfast brand lightweight handheld travel steam iron models recalled due to potential fire hazard.
Immediately stop using the recalled steam irons and contact Vornado for a refund.
Find out more at:
recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en…
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Owen Sound Fire retweeted
18 Dec 2023
#Recall: LOGiiX Piston Power 10,000 & 5000 Mini Power Banks recalled due to fire hazard.
Immediately stop using the recalled product and return it to the point of purchase for a full refund.
Find out more at:
bit.ly/3uWXBhF
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Owen Sound Fire retweeted
6 Dec 2023
Toys for Tots Toy Drive Saturday!
How can you support?
✅Bring a new unwrapped toy to donate
✅Make a cash donation
✅Support the Chuck-A-Puck
All donations will go to support the Owen Sound Fire Department Toy Drive.
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Owen Sound Fire retweeted
24 Nov 2023
#RECALL: Home Decorators Collection Grand Duchess Balsam Fir 5000 LED Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Tree recalled due to burn or fire hazard
Immediately stop using the product and return it to a local @HomeDepotCanada for a full refund.
Find out more at🔗
bit.ly/40W1gsg
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Owen Sound Fire retweeted
21 Nov 2023
Creating a warm and inviting ambiance in your home? Battery-operated flameless candles are a great option. Not only do they look, smell, and feel like real candles, but they're also safer to use. ✨🕯️
#FireSafety
#CandleSafety
#Candles
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4 Nov 2023
Sparky reminds you to check that your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are working when you set your clocks back today @CityOwenSound
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1 Nov 2023
Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week runs from November 1-7, and the Owen Sound Fire and Emergency Services remind you that carbon monoxide (CO) alarms must be installed in your home if you have a fuel-burning appliance, fireplace, or an attached garage.
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Owen Sound Fire retweeted
1 Nov 2023
Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week is Nov. 1-7, and the Owen Sound Fire and Emergency Services remind you that carbon monoxide alarms must be installed in your home if you have a fuel-burning appliance, fireplace, or an attached garage.
For more info, visit ow.ly/cESR50Q2LNn
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Owen Sound Fire retweeted
31 Oct 2023
If using decorative lights indoors or outdoors make sure they are rated for proper use and check for frayed or damaged cords. Discard damaged sets. #halloween
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13 Oct 2023
To prevent cooking fires, you must be alert. You will not be alert if you are sleepy, have consumed alcohol, or have taken medicine or drugs that make you drowsy
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12 Oct 2023
If a fire does start in your kitchen use a lid or an extinguisher. Cooking with grease/oil should be done very carefully. Stay in the kitchen while cooking.
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Owen Sound Fire retweeted
11 Oct 2023
In a release recognizing #FirePreventionWeek, StatsCan says 1/3 of fires from 2015 to 2021 were cooking related and confirms cooking is the leading cause of fire and injuries.
Cooking safety starts with YOU! Pay attention to fire prevention. ™
bit.ly/3PUXYjN
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10 Oct 2023
Keep the area around your cooking space clear of things that can burn. The stove top is not a storage space.
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