Lithium-ion devices don’t mix with heat, cold, or dampness. ✅ Store in a cool + dry area ❌ Keep away from sunlight, heaters, or flammable spots Keep everyone safe this #FirePreventionWeek | ChargedForLife.ca

⚠️#Recall Alert ⚠️ Wireless power banks recalled in Canada, U.S.: Health Canada share.google/0DTKQsbd4Iw1rL…

🚒 The Burlington Fire Department (Burlington Fire Dept) is joining our Zero Waste Drop-Off! 📍 Burlington Centre 🗓️ Sat, October 18 ⏰ 10 AM – 4 PM (2pm-3pm For on-site Fire Truck) More info here: ow.ly/1vC250XaM3J #BurlOn #BurlingtonOntario

Join us this Saturday, Oct 18 for a community drop off day with Burlington Green ♻️Safely dispose and recycle your old lithium-battery powered electronics and expired smoke alarms We will be there 11 am -3 pm! More information on battery safety: burlington.ca/batterysafety

⚠️#Recall Alert

Today, Deputy Fire Chief Drew Boys presented a recognition coin to Firefighter Ryan Gallagher for his incredible efforts in running 21kms a day for 21 straight days to raise funds for Pathstone Niagara mental health. Way to go Ryan! 🙌#BFDProud

Join us TODAY for our event with BurlingtonGreen 🔋 Safely and responsibly dispose and recycle your old lithium-battery powered electronics and expired smoke alarms. 📍 777 Guelph Line 🕰️ 10 am to 4 pm More information on battery safety: burlington.ca/batterysafety

Thanks to BurlingtonGreen and Burlington Centre for a great community electronic waste-drop off event that helped keep lithium-ion batteries and devices out of the trash. With the help of our partners and community participation, we're keeping people and the environment safe.

🎆✨ Celebrate Diwali Safely! ✨🎆 🍳 Stay in the kitchen when frying or cooking festive foods 🪔 Place candles and diyas on sturdy surfaces + never leave open flames unattended. 💡 Check cords and lights for damage + unplug them before bed. Wishing you a fire-safe Diwali! 🕯️💛

Get Your Yard Winter-Ready + Fire Safe! ⛽Dispose of fuel at a designated Waste Management site 🍂Clear leaves and debris from around decks, fences, and sheds 🔌Inspect outdoor cords for damage before use 🏠Clean your gutters Stay safe, stay fire smart! 🚒 #BurlON #BendTheTrend

Our friendly firefighters, training and prevention staff dropped in at Hayden Huskies career fair today to share their pride in public service careers (and the Toronto Blue Jays 😉)

Before the ghosts and goblins come knocking, keep these tips in mind: 🎃Use battery-operated candles in pumpkins 🍂Keep decorations away from heat source 💡Carry glow sticks and flashlights to be visible Wishing you all a safe and happy Halloween!🍫🍬

⏰Daylight Saving Time Ends!⏰ 🍂It’s time to “fall back" #BurlON. Don’t forget to turn your clocks back one hour this Sunday! 🚨While you’re changing your clocks, take a moment to test your smoke + CO alarms too. 👉A few minutes to check your alarms could save your life.

🏠New carbon monoxide (CO) alarm laws are coming! 📆Starting Jan. 1, 2026, homes with fuel-burning appliances, fireplaces, or attached garages must have a carbon monoxide alarm on every floor - not just near bedrooms. Protect your family, stay safe.👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 #COAwarenessWeek2025

🚨It's Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week! Nov 1-7🚨 CO is the silent killer, it's an invisible, odorless, + tasteless gas that can only be detected with a reliable CO alarm. Stay safe by: ✅Putting alarms on every level of your home. ✅Test alarms monthly + replace every 10 years

Congratulations to Acting Platoon Chief Dan Everett on receiving his 25-year service medal. Please join us in thanking him for his longstanding dedication to keeping the #BurlON community safe!

🚒Recently, firefighters responded to a call in #BurlON due to smoke in a home. Crews worked quickly to locate the cause of the smoke, a tablet on the kitchen counter which was plugged in and melted. Prevent this from happening at your home, visit 👉 burlington.ca/batterysafety

Nothing like a 25-year service medal to brighten a dreary day! Please join us in giving a warm congratulations to #BurlON Fire Captain Joe Savelli on receiving his well-earned 25-year service medal presented by Fire Chief Karen Roche.#BFDProud

Let us remember them. Today. Tomorrow. Always. The men and women of the Burlington Fire Department stand united today in respect and remembrance of those who served, continue to serve and the many lives that have been forever changed by war.

Never use fuel-burning portable generators, heaters, camp stoves, outdoor lanterns, or BBQs indoors. They can cause fires and carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. Learn more at ow.ly/PemG50XlSu0 #THINKSAFE