Spring and Autumn Fire Safety
Each spring and fall, change the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms and retest them to make sure they work. These seasons have their own fire risks to watch for. On this page we share prevention and safety information about:
- fireplace and wood stove safety
- chimney fires
- student accommodation safety
- Fire Prevention Week in October
Fireplaces and wood stove safety |
At the beginning of the season:
When lighting a fire:
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Chimney fires |
Creosote build-up is the leading cause of chimney fires. Follow these steps to help prevent creosote from building up in your chimney:
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Student accommodation safety |
When college and university students are on the move, fire safety might not be top of mind. These two guides provide important information for parents and students:
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Fire Prevention Week in October |
The goal of Fire Prevention Week (FPW) is to raise public awareness about fire safety. It is held each October during the week of October 9th. Each annual theme is chosen by the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) |
Contact Us |
Clarence-Rockland Fire Department fireprevention@clarence-rockland.com 613-446-6022 |