SJRFD

09/04/2026

𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲-𝐅𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥!
As students head back to school, it's a great time for families to review their home fire escape plan. Make sure children know what smoke alarms sound like, how to get outside safely, and where to meet once they're out.

Practice makes preparedness. A few minutes today could make a big difference tomorrow.

https://sparkyschoolhouse.org/all-resources/

https://www.nfpa.org/education-and-research/home-fire-safety

09/03/2026

𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬
As students settle into campus life, it's important to keep fire safety top of mind. Know your building's evacuation routes, never block exits, and test any approved appliances before use. If you hear the alarm, evacuate immediately and meet at your designated assembly point.

A few minutes of preparation can make all the difference. Stay alert, stay informed, and help keep our campus safe for everyone.

𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐟𝐟 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐬? 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲.
Whether you're renting an apartment or sharing a house with friends, take time to protect yourself and your roommates. Make sure smoke alarms are working, know two ways out of every room, keep exits clear, and never leave cooking unattended.

Take a few minutes to create an escape plan and choose a meeting place outside. If a fire occurs, get out, stay out, and call 911.

A safe home starts with simple habits.

https://www.nfpa.org/education-and-research/building-and-life-safety/campus-and-dorm-fires

09/01/2026

🚒 SJRFD Firefighter Recruitment Is Now Open!

The St. John’s Regional Fire Department (SJRFD) is now accepting applications for Temporary Firefighters.

📅 Application Deadline: September 15, 2026

If you’re interested in joining SJRFD, now is the time to apply!

Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the Firefighter Recruitment Guide, which provides important information about the qualifications, testing requirements, and overall hiring process.

For more information, including the Application Form, application instructions, and Recruitment Guide, please visit: https://loom.ly/EONN82s

08/24/2026

⚠️ VERY HIGH FIRE INDEX – EXTRA FIRE RESTRICTIONS IN PLACE

The Provincial Fire Index is currently VERY HIGH in our area. Fires can start easily, spread quickly and become difficult to control.
To help reduce the risk of wildfires:

❌ No open fires are permitted, including fires with a permit.

❌ No outdoor wood-burning appliances are permitted.

🚫 Do not burn brush, leaves or other debris.

⚠️ Propane appliances and charcoal or propane BBQs are permitted, but they must be kept at least 3.5 metres away from trees, brush and other flammable materials.

🔥 Coals from BBQs or other burning appliances must be completely extinguished before being safely discarded.

Please be extra careful with anything that creates heat or sparks near dry vegetation.

Check the Provincial Fire Index daily before planning any outdoor burning, as conditions can change quickly: https://www.gov.nl.ca/fal/wildfiremanagement/fire-hazard-map/

City of Mount Pearl Town of Paradise City of St. John's

08/24/2026

What a weekend! 🔥🚒 We’re proud to have such a strong firefighting community come together to showcase the skill, teamwork and dedication that make our fire services so incredible.

On behalf of the St. John’s Regional Fire Department, we wish to thank the Chiefs and representatives of the CBS Fire Department, Portugal Cove - St. Philip's Volunteer Fire Department, Torbay Volunteer Fire Dept and the St. John's International Airport Fire Department for helping us with Sunday morning’s demonstration ahead of the 2026 Regional FireFit Championships team competitions.

Thanks to everyone who helped make the 2026 Regional FireFit Championships a success! We will certainly share some more moments and photos over the coming week!

08/23/2026

08/22/2026

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08/22/2026

Some great photos from day 1!