For Immediate Release

Thursday, September 28, 2023

Tecumseh Fire & Rescue Services Ready to Kick Off Fire Prevention Week 2023

Tecumseh, ON - Tecumseh Fire & Rescue Services is excited to celebrate Fire Prevention Week on October 2-5, 2023, from 6-8pm.

Events will be taking place at both Fire Stations, including various activities such as Fire Truck rides, meeting Sparky, tours of the Fire Stations, displays and fire safety demonstrations for all ages to enjoy.  Come out and meet your Tecumseh firefighters at either Fire Station:

Fire Station 1 (985 Lesperance Rd)

Fire Station 2 (5520 Walker Rd)

“Fire safety education is important for everyone,” said Wade Bondy, Tecumseh Fire Chief. “Fire Prevention Week is a great opportunity to bring together the fire service, school and community education professionals to teach people easy and safe ways to prevent cooking fires and burns. We encourage you to come out to Fire Station 1 or 2 and check it out!”

This year’s theme is “Cooking safety starts with YOU. Pay attention to fire prevention.” This theme educates everyone about simple but important actions to keep themselves and those around them safe when cooking. Cooking is the leading cause of house fires. Almost half of these fires resulted from the use of equipment or cooking left unattended. That's why it is imperative to practice smart fire prevention while in the kitchen.

Keep an eye on the Tecumseh Fire & Rescue Services social media pages for a full schedule of events.

Please bring a Kidde Smoke or CO alarm to support our Smoke and CO alarm initiative. Or canned good donations to support the local food bank.

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