Retired Firefighter - All opinions are my own. I apologize if you disagree
Ontario, Canada
Joined May 2012
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Fred Stephenson retweeted
“After a comprehensive recruitment process, the City is pleased that Kevin will be stepping into the role of Fire Chief of Kingston Fire & Rescue,” said Neil Carbone, the City's Commissioner of Corporate and Emergency Services. #YGK #KFR
Learn more: kingstonist.com/news/city-of…
Pausing SNAP payments for the millions of US citizens who rely on this program to feed themselves as well as their children is horrible. How are these people going to eat while the Supreme Court considers this case. How many of the Judges will go hungry. cnn.com/2025/11/07/politics/…
Fred Stephenson retweeted
There’s an app for your phone to help Paramedics locate you quickly in an emergency even if you're calling for help from the bush. Download @What3Words before you hit the trails this holiday season -> bit.ly/3owJCHH #YGK #InFrontenac
#YGK #InFrontenac
Fred Stephenson retweeted
Keep candles in a sturdy container away from pets, children, and decorations.
Always blow candles out when you leave the room.
#HolidaySafety
#FireSafety
#12DaysofHolidayFireSafety
Fred Stephenson retweeted
Today the Lennox and Addington County detachment of the @OPP_ER met with Loyalist Township officials at the Leisure & Activity Centre in Amherstview to announce the implementation of the CAMSafe program in Loyalist Township.
Learn more: loom.ly/qDw5F5c
Fred Stephenson retweeted
Firefighter from the Amherstview and Odessa Fire Stations will be conducting voluntary toll booths today in support of Muscular Dystrophy. Locations are in front of the Odessa Fire Station and on Sherwood Ave. by Shoppers Drugs. Please drive carefully thru these areas.
Fred Stephenson retweeted
Updated #RECALL: Mastercraft, Profusion Heat, Prestige, and Matrix portable garage heaters recalled due to fire hazard.
Immediately stop using the recalled product and return for store credit or a replacement unit. Find out more at:
bit.ly/47NE95Q
Fred Stephenson retweeted
Planning a #barbeque for the #longweekend?
Here is a reminder of some #BBQSafety tips:
🔥Never leave it unattended
🔥Keep it away from combustibles like fences & sheds
🔥Concentrate on what you are doing
#FireSafety
Fred Stephenson retweeted
National Pet Fire Safety Day!
Say hello to the newest @NFPA staff pets! Pets are curious. Keep pets away from stoves, countertops, candles, lamps, and space heaters. Check out this safety tip sheet for more ways to keep your pet fire safe: nfpa.social/kqj650PbLC9 #NationalPetFireSafetyDay
Bath Road closed at Sherwood and Fairfield due to MVC. Hydro pole is down in the road. Expect an extended closure.
Fred Stephenson retweeted
Please be advised that effective June 07, 2023, a complete ban on all open-air burning is in effect across Loyalist Township.
Absolutely no burning is allowed when a burn ban is in place.
Fred Stephenson retweeted
Being prepared means training, training and more training. Hats off to our Firefighters that train week in and week out to protect the residents and visitors of Loyalist.
Fred Stephenson retweeted
Loyalist Township Emergency Services will institute a total burn ban effective today, April 1st.
For reference, please refer to By-Law 2021-070.
For additional information regarding open-air burning, visit our open-air burning and wildland fires page
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Fred Stephenson retweeted
Over one-third of fatal residential fires investigated in Ontario did not have working smoke alarms. Protect you and your household by testing your smoke alarms today! #FireSafety #OnlyWorkingSmokeAlarmSaveLives
Fred Stephenson retweeted
Loyalist Township, Fire Services members are now better equipped to handle emergencies and keep the local community of Loyalist Township safe thanks to a grant from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada.
More information at the link below
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Fred Stephenson retweeted
...residents can expect to see the new vessel in the water around Amherst Island or at the ferry docks over the next several weeks while staff are completing necessary training in accordance with Transport Canada regulations. Read more: loyalist.ca/en/news/amherst-… /2
ALT Amherst Islander II ferry