Osoyoos Fire Rescue

Osoyoos Fire Rescue The Town of Osoyoos and Osoyoos Rural Fire Protection District is staffed by professional paid-on-call volunteer firefighters.

The Fire Department conducts Wednesday weekly practices, and participates in numerous training workshops, exercises, and courses annually. A full range of fire protection services is provided by the Department, including:

Fire suppression
Fire investigation
Fire safety inspections
Bylaw enforcement as it relates to fire protection
Rescue services
Public education

Osoyoos

Fire Rescue is a declared "full-service" fire department as classified by the Office of the Fire Commissioner for fire suppression.

Today our firefighters recently took part in a Lithium-Ion Battery & Electric Vehicle awareness presentation.🔋We learned...
05/30/2026

Today our firefighters recently took part in a Lithium-Ion Battery & Electric Vehicle awareness presentation.🔋

We learned about best practices for responding to battery-related incidents, the many household items that contain lithium-ion batteries, and the potential health and safety hazards associated with these events.

Ongoing training helps ensure our members are prepared to respond safely and effectively as this technology becomes more common in our community.

We thank the Kelowna Professional Fire Fighters Association for providing the training, and members from Oliver Fire Department & Anarchist Mountain Fire Department who joined us for the morning.

05/29/2026

Osoyoos Fire is currently on scene at multiple emergencies throughout our community.

The public can assist us by reporting emergencies and staying clear of emergency work areas.

During this unpredictable weather event, our crews will be working diligently to ensure emergencies are actioned and cleared up.

We thank the public for your cooperation!

*UPDATE-All units were clear and back at station around 0200.*

Today, Osoyoos Fire Rescue joined Ember the FireSmart™ Fox to visit local Grade 2 & 3 students to share the importance o...
05/29/2026

Today, Osoyoos Fire Rescue joined Ember the FireSmart™ Fox to visit local Grade 2 & 3 students to share the importance of being FireSmart™!

Students learned about campfire safety, and simple ways families can stay safer during wildfire season.

A big thank you to the students and staff of Osoyoos Elementary School for welcoming us into your classrooms.

FireSmart BC

Last night our members of had the opportunity to learn from BCWS personnel on Interface Response operations. This valuab...
05/28/2026

Last night our members of had the opportunity to learn from BCWS personnel on Interface Response operations. This valuable training focused on strategies and tactics used when wildfires threaten our communities.

Working together and continuing to build these partnerships ensures we are better prepared to protect our community during wildfire season.

A huge thank you to BC Wildfire Service for sharing their knowledge and expertise with our members.

Join us TODAY for a Osoyoos FireSmart community event at Sandhu Greenhouses! 🔥🌿Stop by between 10 AM – 2 PM to learn pra...
05/16/2026

Join us TODAY for a Osoyoos FireSmart community event at Sandhu Greenhouses! 🔥🌿

Stop by between 10 AM – 2 PM to learn practical ways to help protect your home and property from wildfire risk. Our team will be on site sharing FireSmart tips, resources, and information to help keep our community safer.

We have resources covering:
-Home & property FireSmart tips
-Wildfire preparedness resources
-Yard cleanup ideas
-Safe plants guide
-Free information & more

Together, we can create a more FireSmart Osoyoos!

May is Wildfire Awareness Month, and Osoyoos Fire Rescue encourages everyone to take steps to help reduce the risk of wi...
05/15/2026

May is Wildfire Awareness Month, and Osoyoos Fire Rescue encourages everyone to take steps to help reduce the risk of wildfires in our community.

Simple actions can make a big difference:
- Follow local burning regulations and fire bans
- Never leave campfires unattended and ensure they are fully extinguished
- Dispose of ci******es properly
- Keep yards and properties clear of dry vegetation and debris

Living in a wildfire-prone region means we all play a role in prevention. By working together, we can help protect our homes, our community, and the beautiful landscape around Osoyoos.

Stay informed, stay prepared, and help prevent wildfires.

Sign up for emergency alerts! Visit: https://www.osoyoos.ca/alerts to learn more.

*Images attached are of the 2023 Eagle Bluff Wildfires*

As we wrap up Emergency Preparedness Week, research shows communities with strong social connections before an emergency...
05/09/2026

As we wrap up Emergency Preparedness Week, research shows communities with strong social connections before an emergency experience reduced impacts and shorter recovery times.

During and after an emergency, make sure to:
-Check on others
-Share resources, such as emergency supplies
-Build a community contact list or text group

Learn more about building community connections: www.PreparedBC.ca/EmergencyPreparednessWeek

Sign up for emergency alerts! Visit: https://www.osoyoos.ca/alerts to learn more.

A community can take many forms, including neighbours, faith groups or people with shared hobbies. Building strong commu...
05/07/2026

A community can take many forms, including neighbours, faith groups or people with shared hobbies.

Building strong community connections before an emergency makes it easier to support one another when it matters most.

Start by reaching out, saying hi, and suggesting a conversation about shared preparedness ✔️

Talk about local risks. Discuss the hazards in your area and identify people who may need extra support in an emergency ✔️

Assign responsibilities for an emergency response, such as first aid, cleanup or checking on vulnerable individuals ✔️

For more tips, visit: www.PreparedBC.ca/EmergencyPreparednessWeek

Stay connected and sign up for emergency alerts! Visit: https://www.osoyoos.ca/alerts to learn more.

Today our team was out supporting McHappy Day at our local McDonald’s! 🍟Our members were on site helping serve up smiles...
05/06/2026

Today our team was out supporting McHappy Day at our local McDonald’s! 🍟

Our members were on site helping serve up smiles, connecting with the community, and support a great cause.

Every purchase today helps families with sick or injured children through Ronald McDonald House programs.

We thank the local team, all the volunteers and the customers for giving back today!

This week is known as Emergency Preparedness Week. As you travel around our region, we encourage all residents and visit...
05/05/2026

This week is known as Emergency Preparedness Week. As you travel around our region, we encourage all residents and visitors alike to ensure you are prepared for any emergency.

-Know the risks: Identify potential hazards in your area (e.g., wildfires, floods, earthquakes).
-Make a plan: Develop a family emergency plan, including evacuation routes and communication methods.
-Build a kit: Prepare an emergency kit with essential supplies like water, food, first-aid supplies, and a flashlight.

For more information, check out these provincial resources;

https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/safety/emergency-management/education-programs-toolkits/ep-week

You can also sign up for emergency alerts! Visit: https://www.osoyoos.ca/alerts to learn more.

Address

9901 74th Avenue
Osoyoos, BC
V0H1V5

Telephone

+12504954600

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