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“Wake Up, Get a Working Smoke Alarm” Hits the Streets 05.16.2013 - To combat the alarming rate of non-compliance with Ontario Fire Code smoke alarm requirements in Windsor, the Wake Up, Get a Working Smoke Alarm program was announced by Windsor Fire and Rescue Services earlier this year. Starting today, “Wake Up” is in full swing, and members of Windsor Fire and Re.. Read More. |
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Emergency Preparedness Week 2013 to Focuses on Seniors 05.02.2013 - Emergency Preparedness Week takes place from May 5th to 11th this year. The theme for the week throughout Ontario is “Spotlight on Seniors.” This year’s focus is ensuring seniors and older adults are getting the message on being prepared. Many seniors have the ability and experience to help themselv.. Read More. |
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Working Smoke Alarms Provide Early Fire Detection 04.09.2013 - To prevent a tragic fire in Windsor, Fire Chief Bruce Montone is urging residents to ensure that they have working smoke alarms on every storey and outside all sleeping areas of their homes. “Every home is required by law to have a working smoke alarm on every storey and outside all sleeping areas... Read More. |
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Time to Change your Clocks and the Batteries in all Smoke Alarms 03.07.2013 - Daylight savings begins on March 10, 2013, and Windsor Fire and Rescue Services recommends that residents replace the old batteries in their smoke alarms when they change their clocks this weekend. “In order for smoke alarms to do their job, they need to have working batteries,” explains Fire Chief.. Read More. |
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Windsor Fire & Rescue Launches “Wake Up, Get a Working Smoke Alarm” Program 03.01.2013 - Windsor Fire & Rescue Services has witnessed a troubling trend in recent years. Chief Bruce Montone says structural fires have been occurring at an “unacceptable rate” since 2007, leading to fatalities, injuries and significant dollar loss.
The rise in the resulting damage they bring is partl.. Read More. |
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Windsor Fire Recognizes Local Heroes in Civilian Commendation Ceremony 01.04.2013 - Windsor Fire & Rescue Services held a Civilian Commendation Ceremony today, recognizing outstanding acts of heroism in the face of two emergencies that took place in 2012. Certificates for outstanding performances were given to five civilians for their quick and efficient actions in the mitigati.. Read More. |
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