Chilliwack Fire Department

05/26/2026

Last year, cooking caused 25% of structure fires in BC.🍳🧑‍🍳
Keep your stove area free from anything that can burn – tea towels, paper towels, etc.
For more cooking safety tips check out our toolkit: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-management/education-programs-toolkits/social-media-toolkits/cooking-and-bbqing-safety

To learn more about fires reported last year, read the OFC's annual report:https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/public-safety-and-emergency-services/public-safety/fire-safety/fire-reporting/ofc_2024_annual_report.pdf

05/26/2026

Prepare your home for hot weather:

Install an air conditioner ✔️

BC Hydro offers instant rebates on select high-efficiency air conditioners and air purifiers: https://ow.ly/JZGU50YZHFK

Eligible medically vulnerable people in B.C. can also apply for one free air conditioner from BC Hydro: https://ow.ly/XBJM50YZHFJ

Install thermal curtains or window coverings ✔️

Even applying cardboard on the outside of your windows can make a difference.

Install a heat pump ✔️

Check out BC Hydro’s heat pump rebate: https://ow.ly/lZpI50YZHFI

More tips: PreparedBC.ca/ExtremeHeat

Alt text: A home in a neighbourhood under strong sunlight.

05/20/2026

Whether you rent or own, insurance is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your loved ones in the event of an emergency, like a wildfire.

The Insurance Bureau of Canada can help people who need coverage by assessing their situation and providing options ✔️

Most home and tenant insurance policies also cover evacuation-related living expenses, including accommodation ✔️

Call your insurance provider or the Insurance Bureau of Canada at 1-844-227-5422 or visit ibc.ca/bc to check your coverage.

Learn more: PreparedBC.ca/Insurance

05/13/2026

On behalf of the Chilliwack Fire Department, we would like to sincerely thank Ideal Auto Wrecking for once again hosting our auto-extrication training over two days of practical instruction.

We are very fortunate to have the opportunity to continue training in your yard, and we truly appreciate your ongoing support and cooperation. This training provides our members with the closest experience possible to real-life emergency conditions while allowing us to operate in a safe and controlled environment.

Opportunities like this are invaluable in helping our firefighters build and maintain the skills necessary to serve our communities effectively and safely.

Thank you again for your continued generosity, partnership, and support of our department.

05/12/2026

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05/10/2026

Today, we recognize and thank the incredible moms in our lives.
To the moms serving in the fire service, the moms supporting us from home, and the mothers who helped shape who we are — thank you for your strength, sacrifice, compassion, and unwavering support.
Your impact reaches far beyond what most people ever see.
From all of us at the Chilliwack Fire Department, Happy Mother’s Day. 💙🚒

05/08/2026

We are excited to announce that we are hosting FOURTH Annual Charitable Society Golf Tournament at the Cultus Lake Golf Club! By supporting this event, our charitable society can continue to support local charities and families in need.

Tickets include golf, prizes and a burger buffet. With limited availability we recommend you register soon to ensure you get a spot. Register using the link in our bio, or visit golfcultus.com/local2826.

If you or your business are interested in being a sponsor for this event, we would love to hear from you. View our sponsor package for more details.

We look forward to seeing you out for this exciting event!

05/06/2026

Come on down to McDonalds on Luckakuck between 5-7pm to support McHappy Day 🍔. Your local Fire Personnel will be there to support such an amazing cause 🔥🚒

🎉 McHappy Day is almost here! Join us on May 6 for a day full of fun, community, and giving back ❤️

We’ll have lots of amazing VIP Guests visiting our restaurants, exciting McHappy Day merchandise available to purchase, and best of all — 10% of food and beverage proceeds on May 6 will support the Ronald McDonald House and the Chilliwack Hospital Foundation.

Grab some merch, meet our special guests, and help make a difference with every visit. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

05/06/2026

Today at 1:55 PM (PT) - Wednesday, May 6, 2026 - the BC Emergency Alert system will be tested.

During today’s test, the public will hear an alert tone and receive a message on radio, TV and compatible cell phones.

Emergency Alerts are sent to all LTE connected phones and no personal information is collected or stored.

Tip: Cell phones have different user settings like Do Not Disturb, that may affect how an emergency alert is received. Check the settings on your cell phone to ensure you will see and hear emergency alerts.

Learn more: emergencyinfobc.ca/test



Alt text: Person holding a cellphone with emergency alert system test notification.