City of Winnipeg

10/04/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/04/2024 09:46

Residents invited to participate in Fire Prevention Week October 6 to 12

Released: October 4, 2024 at 9:01 a.m.
Winnipeg, MB- The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service (WFPS) invites residents to mark Fire Prevention Week from October 6 to 12, 2024.

This year's theme is "Smoke alarms: Make them work for you." In a fire emergency, a working smoke alarm can buy you valuable time. Help keep yourself and your loved ones safe by following these steps:

  • Installsmoke alarms on every level of your home, outside all sleeping areas and in your basement
  • Testsmoke alarms every month by pressing the test button
  • Changethe batteries at least once a year
  • Replacethe smoke alarm when it's 10 years old

"Having a working smoke alarm is the best way to ensure you and your family can escape in the event of a fire," said Doug Sinclair, Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service's Public Education Coordinator. "You also need to have a plan in case the alarm goes off. Make sure everyone in your home knows what to do in the event of a fire, and practice your escape plan."

Smoke Alarm for Every (SAFE) Family program

Homeowners without working smoke alarms may be eligible to have one installed for free through the SAFE Family program.

Fire prevention week for schools

On Monday, October 7, WFPS will be hosting a kick-off event for Fire Prevention Week at Hastings School from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Throughout the week, schools in Winnipeg are encouraged to practice fire drills, promote fire safety and provide tips on fire prevention to students.

Fire paramedic station open houses

On Saturday, October 12, from noon to 4 p.m., Winnipeggers are invited to attend open houses at your local fire paramedic stations. Every WFPS stationwill be open to visitors to get to know their local first responders and learn about smoke alarms, home escape plans and fire prevention.

Canadian Tire meet and greets

WFPS is teaming up with Canadian Tire to promote the importance of smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, and other fire and life safety equipment by hosting booths inside a number of Canadian Tire stores throughout the city. Residents can talk to firefighters about these important devices, how to test them, and where in a residence to install them:

For more information on Fire Prevention Week, search #FirePreventionWeek on X, Facebookor Instagram.

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