Open Air Burn Permits are required for campfire and outdoor style fireplaces. Purchase your Open Air Burning Permit online now.
Centre Wellington Fire Rescue Services host fire safety seminars at all area schools and public education displays and seminars for children's groups, seniors and other private groups throughout the year.
Fire Safety Tips |
Fire ExtinguishersWhen used properly, a fire extinguisher can save lives and property by putting out a fire before it becomes out of control. There are many different types of extinguishers for different purposes. When purchasing yours, ensure that you are buying one that suits your needs. Install it where the greatest potential of fire risk would be – in the kitchen, near an exit, in a room that has a fireplace or woodstove, garage or workshop would be logical places. For fire extinguisher safety tips, visit the National Fire Protection Association. Fire Safety during Power FailuresWhen your power is out, you may be introducing potential hazards to your home. Learn more about important safety tips during power outages. Home Fire Escape PlanFire can spread rapidly through your home, leaving you as little as two minutes to escape safely once the alarm sounds. Gather everyone in your household and make an escape plan. Developing your Home Fire Escape Plan is a great way to get children involved in fire safety in a non-threatening way and keep your family safe.
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Kids Zone |
There are some great resources to teach kids about fire safety. Teaching kids about fire safety is important to keeping your family safe.
Have fun while learning all about Fire Safety from these websites. Do not be afraid of firefighters when there is a fire or an emergency, firefighters are your friends! |
Kitchen Safety Tips |
Cooking is the leading cause of home fires and home fire injuries.
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Public Education |
Centre Wellington Fire & Rescue Department provides a variety of residential and commercial fire education programs.
Our goal is to educate everyone from children and youths to adults and seniors the importance of Fire Safety at home, at school and at work. Some of the available programs are:
For more information, or to inquiry about one of our programs please contact Fire Administration Office at 519-843-1950 |
Water Safety |
Rivers, lakes and ponds can be fun places to swim, canoe and fish, however, rivers and streams are a part of nature and are always changing. Safety should be your first concern when near the Grand River and other waterways. Thanks to an amazing partnership with the O.P.P, Grand River Conservation Authority, Guelph Wellington Paramedic Service and Centre Wellington Fire Rescue Services, this River Safety video, produced by Tivoli Films was created to bring an awareness to river safety in our community and along the Grand River. Our video, the Hogg Family’s story, emphasizes how life can change in an instant.
The GRCA has produced the River Safety Rules booklet, geared to kids. It will help them stay safe when they are near water, particularly near a dam. Check river flows and temperature
Canoeing or boating safety
Swimming safety
Fishing safety
Winter and waterways
Online resources
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