UH OH - Is your house number visible at night? A reflective address sign helps Emergency Crews find your home easier to provide needed assistance. For $65.00 we can install reflective signage for you. Purchase at the Wain Rd. Fire Hall, 986 Wain Road (8 am to 4 pm, Mon-Fri)

If you haven't checked your smoke alarm(s) in a while, take a moment to test them today and identify any defects. While you are at it, host a family fire drill and test your evacuation safety skills.
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Adding gas to a hot lawn mower, leaf blower, or weed eater can be dangerous and cause burns. Instead, let the motor rest for an average of 5-10 minutes to cool down. More tips at: ow.ly/QAxM50Qxt0M

Did you know that gas vapor from inside a gas container can trigger a flashback explosion if it comes in contact with an ignition source, such as a flame or spark. Even static electricity can start a blast. Be flammable liquid aware!
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National Burn Awareness Week
Remember to never
• use gasoline as a cleaning fluid or solvent
• store gasoline in the house
• dispense gasoline into a portable container while it is located inside the vehicle or pickup truck bed
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IN THE EVENT OF A BURN INJURY
1) Smother any flames on clothing and remove the victim from the flame source
2) Call 911
3) Cool the burn with COOL (not cold) water to stop the burning process
4) Remove all clothing from the injured area
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National Burn Awareness Week
Burns are not just caused by getting too close to a fire or accidentally hitting the inside edge of the oven when you are cooking. The 2024 Burn Awareness Week Campaign (Feb 4 - 10) focuses on Flammable Liquid Burns.
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Over the next several weeks, BC Parks (in partnership with the BC Wildfire Service and Iverson Forest Management) will be removing and burning accumulations of flammable material (“fuel”) in identified areas of John Dean Park. Map and further details: ow.ly/4j1050QtEL4

Don't forget to get your chimney cleaned annually - it helps to prevent chimney fires and keeps your family safe. Find out more at ow.ly/Kktc50Qtnzo

New Year - New batteries!
Remember to change the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and test them regularly.
Any questions or concerns, please contact us at 250-656-1931

Over the next several weeks, BC Parks (in partnership with the BC Wildfire Service and Iverson Forest Management) will be removing and burning accumulations of flammable material (“fuel”) in identified areas of John Dean Park. Map and further details: ow.ly/Cw4U50QtEFP

Having your chimney cleaned annually helps to prevent chimney fires and keeps your family safe. Find out more at
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According to Environment Canada we can expect another 5-10cm of snow today. Please be careful on the roads - drive slow and keep your distance from the car in front of you. If you don't need to be on the roads, please stay home! Stay warm and safe. northsaanich.ca/snow

It's winter! You remember winter, right?! According to Environment Canada, we can expect freezing rain and snow this evening. Plan ahead! Give yourself plenty of time to get somewhere. For more info on the District's winter road maintenance plan: northsaanich.ca/services/winte…

The Prairie Inn Harriers Running Club will hold its annual Pioneer 8K Road Race on Sunday, January 14, 2024, from 11:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Expect some brief minimal traffic delays.
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Ensure your home has working smoke and CO detectors. Making sure your batteries are changed, and the detectors are tested regularly, will help keep your family safe.

The North Saanich Fire Department's overnight staffing pilot is continuing with 24/7, overnight coverage for North Saanich firefighters from Dec. 22 until January 2. The McTavish Fire Hall will be staffed around the clock by our dedicated firefighters.

It's that time of the year! If you have a real Christmas tree, please ensure that you keep its trunk in water at all times, and away from ignition sources. Find out more about holiday safety here: canada.ca/en/health-cana…

The annual Peninsula Firefighters Christmas Food Drive is returning this weekend! To find out where and when it's taking place in North Saanich, check out the news release: northsaanich.ca/post/peninsula… Please give generously!