West Lincoln Fire and Emergency Services

09/03/2026

This post is for the significant others of our male firefighters: Yes, they do know how clean, despite what they may tell you!

09/02/2026

🌩️ **STORM PREPAREDNESS – BE READY BEFORE THE STORM ARRIVES** 🌩️

With storms in the area West Lincoln Fire Services is reminding residents to take a few minutes now to prepare for the possibility of power outages.

Severe weather can bring down trees and power lines, cause extended outages, and create additional challenges for rural residents. A little preparation now can make a big difference later.

**CHARGE UP:**
• Cell phones and tablets
• Portable battery packs/power banks
• Flashlights and rechargeable lanterns
• Battery-powered radios
• Any essential medical or communication devices

**IF YOU HAVE A SUMP PUMP:**
• Make sure your sump pump is working properly.
• If you have a **battery backup sump pump**, make sure the battery is fully charged and ready to go.
• Consider testing your backup system before the storm arrives.

**AROUND YOUR HOME:**
• Secure loose outdoor items that could become projectiles.
• Clear leaves and debris from storm drains and drainage areas.
• Have flashlights readily available — **avoid using candles whenever possible.**
• Keep your refrigerator and freezer closed during an outage to help preserve food.
• Know how to safely shut off utilities if necessary.
• If you rely on electrically powered medical equipment, make sure you have a backup plan.

⚡ **IF THE POWER GOES OUT:**
Stay away from downed power lines and assume they are energized. Never use a generator indoors, in a garage, or near windows or doors. Generators must be operated **outside and well away from the home** to prevent carbon monoxide from entering your home.

📱 **Take a few minutes now — charge it, test it, and prepare it.**

Being prepared before the storm means one less thing to worry about when the lights go out.

**Stay safe, West Lincoln!**
🚒 **West Lincoln Fire Services**

08/26/2026

Applications are open until August 31. Don't miss your chance to make a difference in your community!

Join the West Lincoln Fire Department: www.westlincoln.ca/living-here/fire-services

07/31/2026

Annual hose testing is more than a requirement—it’s a commitment to firefighter safety and operational readiness. In accordance with NFPA standards, every length of hose is pressure tested and inspected to ensure it will perform when lives depend on it. A huge thank you to our dedicated firefighters for volunteering their time to complete our hose testing. Your commitment to maintaining our equipment helps ensure we’re always ready to serve our community safely and effectively. Great work, team!

07/21/2026

❓ Did You Know | When an air quality advisory is in effect, open air burning is automatically prohibited in .

❗ This also means that open air burning is automatically allowed again (with a valid permit and according to guidelines) once the air quality advisory is lifted.

ℹ️ Learn more about important considerations in our Open Air Fire Bylaw: westlincoln.ca/open-air-burning

⚠️ Follow Environment Canada weather alerts: weather.gc.ca

🔥 Apply for a burn permit: westlincoln.firepermit.online

07/15/2026

Fire Chief Hofsink is reminding the public that open air burning is always prohibited during air quality advisories.

This restriction is outlined within the Township’s Open Air Fire By-law and is in place to protect your health, your neighbours and our community. Any person found in contravention of the burn ban will be liable for all applicable fines, including cost recovery fees and charges for Fire Services.

The Township of West Lincoln and West Lincoln Fire & Emergency Services thank you for doing your part.

07/13/2026

Every child experiences emergencies differently. For many autistic children, unfamiliar people, loud noises, flashing lights, and sudden changes can be overwhelming. A little extra patience, clear communication, and understanding can make all the difference.

Leanna Rea and Christina Rocca, from North City Insurance Brokers presented a donation of Sensory Kits to Deputy Chief Rakonjac and Fire Admin Sarah Trzok which will help our firefighters better support individuals with sensory sensitivities during emergency situations.

This initiative is made possible through North City Insurance Brokers, together with the Fire Marshal Public Fire Safety Council, which is distributing 200 sensory support kits to 65 fire departments across Ontario this year. As an added benefit, $5 from every kit distributed is donated to Autism Canada.

07/03/2026

Stay cool, West Lincoln!
Check out this post for information about where to get relief from this heat.

☀️ We remain under an Orange level heat warning with high temperatures continuing through Saturday.

➡️ Take action to protect yourself and others: stay cool, hydrated, check in on loved ones and never leave people or pets in vehicles.

‼️ Heat stroke is a medical emergency! Call 9-1-1 or your emergency health provider if you, or someone around you, is showing signs of heat stroke.

🌡️ Learn to spot early signs of heat exhaustion: niagararegion.ca/emergency/hazards/high-heat.aspx

⚠️ Monitor alerts issued by Environment Canada: weather.gc.ca

ℹ️ Find locations to seek relief from extreme heat in : westlincoln.ca/hot-weather-relief

06/30/2026

😎 Beat the heat with your firefighters at tomorrow's Canada Day event!

🚒 Due to the ongoing heat wave, we'll be gently spraying the fire hose to help provide some relief from the heat at 4 PM and 5 PM.

👉 Event details: www.westlincoln.ca/canadaday

04/09/2026

Tickets are going fast... Don't miss out! There are only about 50 tickets still available for our Station 2 Firefighters Association fundraiser. Head over to Smithville Garage or Pyett Spring and Alignment to get yours!