Caledon Fire and Emergency Services recognize Fire Prevention Week with events and activities

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CALEDON, ON (October 1, 2024) – October 6-12 is Fire Prevention Week (FPW), an annual campaign by the National Fire Prevention Association that aims to reduce the risk of home fires through fire safety education. To recognize FPW, the Town of Caledon and Caledon Fire and Emergency Services are offering free events for Caledon residents and visitors.

Station 301 (Alton) Open House & Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, October 5
7 – 11 a.m.

Station 302 (Bolton) Open House, Food Bank Collection & Pancake Breakfast
Sunday, October 6
9 – 11 a.m.

Station 306 (Palgrave) Open House, Food Bank Collection & Pancake Breakfast
Sunday, October 6
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Station 307 (Snelgrove) Open House & Pancake Breakfast
Sunday, October 6
9 - 11 a.m.

Steps to Safety Lunch and Learn in partnership with Age Friendly Caledon and Ontario Health atHome (55+)
A free lunch and learn information session providing resources about home fire safety and fall prevention. Registration is required at caledon.ca/adult55.
Tuesday, October 8
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Caledon East Community Complex, Banquet Hall A

This year’s FPW theme is “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!”. A majority of home fire deaths occur in homes with no working smoke alarms. The following fire safety tips will help ensure your home is fire-smart:

  • Install smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside each separate sleeping area (like a hallway), and on each level (including the basement) of the home.
  • Make sure smoke alarms meet the needs of all family members, including those with sensory or physical disabilities.
  • Test smoke alarms at least once a month by pushing the test button.
  • Replace all smoke alarms when they are 10 years old or don’t respond when tested.

“We look forward to seeing you at our Fire Prevention Week activities,” said Chief Dave Pelayo. “While there is lots of fun to be had at the upcoming events, it’s important to remember that fire safety is a serious subject matter. A working smoke alarm can be the difference between life or death in a house fire. Protect you and your loved ones by ensuring your smoke alarm is working for you.”

For more information on FPW activities, visit caledon.ca/fire.

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Media contact:
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905.584.2272 | communications@caledon.ca
www.caledon.ca | @TownofCaledon

About Caledon 

Caledon is home to close to 80,000 residents and 4,000 businesses and is well-known for its natural attractions, rural charm and vital role in the economic engine of the Greater Toronto Area. It will soon be one of Ontario’s fastest growing communities as it prepares to become a city of 300,000 residents and 125,000 jobs by 2051. Under its current strategic plan, Caledon’s priorities remain environmental leadership, community vitality and livability, enhanced transportation and mobility, and service excellence and accountability. For more information, visit Caledon.ca or follow us on X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.