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As daylight saving time ends, fire safety begins in Caledon

Posted on Wednesday, November 02, 2016 09:30 AM

Clocks will fall back one hour at 2 a.m. on Sunday, November 6 and Town of Caledon Fire and Emergency Services is recommending that residents install new batteries in their smoke and carbon monoxide alarms when they change their clocks.

“In order for smoke and carbon monoxide alarms to do their job, they need to have working batteries,” explained Acting Fire Chief Darryl Bailey. “Twice a year, old batteries should be replaced with new batteries. When you change your clocks on November 6, Caledon...

Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week, November 1 to 7

Posted on Monday, October 31, 2016 04:15 AM

Beat the Silent Killer: Prevent CO in Your Home

Ontario’s Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week runs from November 1 to 7, and Caledon Fire and Emergency Services reminds you to prevent carbon monoxide (CO) in your home by getting all fuel-burning appliances inspected annually.

“In Ontario, more than 80% of injuries and deaths from CO occur in the home,” said Acting Fire Chief Darryl Bailey. “We want to make sure everyone is safe from CO. Get all fuel-burning appliances inspected by a registered contractor.” ...

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Don’t Wait – Check the Date!

Posted on Monday, October 03, 2016 12:00 PM

Every smoke alarm has an expiration date

Caledon Fire and Emergency Services (caledon.ca/fire) urges all Caledon residents to know how old their smoke alarms are, and to replace them every 10 years.

Does your home have a working smoke alarm? Do you know how old your smoke alarms are? If you’re like most people, you’re probably not so sure.

A recent survey conducted by National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) revealed that only a small percentage of people know how old their smoke alarms are, or how...

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The Town of Caledon appoints Acting Fire Chief

Posted on Wednesday, September 28, 2016 04:00 AM

The Town of Caledon appoints Acting Fire Chief

Caledon’s Deputy Fire Chief, Operations, Darryl Bailey has been named Acting Fire Chief. This appointment follows the retirement announcement of Caledon’s Fire Chief, David Forfar.

Bailey has worked full time with Caledon Fire & Emergency Services since 2003, following positons as a firefighter in Markham, Welland and Mississauga. He is a certified Municipal Manager with over 20 years practical experience in fire suppression, fire prevention and emergency...