Kennebecasis Valley Fire Department Inc.
7 Campbell Drive E2E-5B6 Rothesay, NB, Canada

April 28 is the National Day Of Mourning, which commemorates those who have been killed or injured on the job. Today we remember and pay our respects to those who lost their lives at work. https://www.worksafenb.ca//news-and-events/news/2021/day-/

Today is the first day of the New Brunswick forest fire season for 2021. With the opening of the season and the nicer weather approaching, this is a reminder to homeowners who would like to have camp fire in their yard that there are municipal bylaws that govern recreational fires (camp fires). You can find more information by clicking on the link below: http://www.kvfire.ca/faq.html

At approximately 4:00 pm on Sunday, April 11th, 2021, Hampton Fire Rescue was dispatched to a report of a Structure Fire on Country View Drive in Lakeside. Upon... arrival, crews were met with heavy smoke conditions on the second floor of the building. Crews were able to knock down the fire quickly and contain it to a single room. There were no occupants at home at the time of the fire. We would like to thank the Nauwigewauk Fire Department, Kennebecasis Valley Fire Department Inc. and Upham Volunteer Fire Department for providing mutual aid.

This is National Public Safety Telecommunications week, and we would like to give a big shout out to our dispatchers and workers at the Saint John Public Safety... Communications Centre. They are a great resource to us and we appreciate the work they do for us and for you. IAFF Canada - AIP Kennebecasis Valley Fire Department Inc. Kennebecasis Regional Police Force Saint John Police Force Saint John Firefighters

Is there an emergency? Don't call us - call 911! We sometimes get calls directly to the stations for an emergency - such as a fire, electrical problem, an odour, or a fire alarm sounding for an unknown reason. If you call the station directly, you may be asked to hang up and call 911 anyway. When you call 911, your phone number and address are displayed automatically so even if the call is interrupted they still know where you are. We do not have that ability in our fire stations. As well, our dispatch centre, the Public Safety Communications Centre in Saint John, are able to dispatch the appropriate apparatus based on your location and the type of call.

This week firefighters were recertified in Basic Life Support (BLS) through Atlantic Emergency Medical Training Solutions. BLS focuses on CPR, choking management, and defibrillation.

On January 1, 2021 the new Move Over law came into effect. The new law require vehicles to: -move over when emergency responders and service vehicles such as tow trucks, highway maintenance vehicles and private and public utility vehicles have their flashing lights engaged -slow down to a maximum of half the posted speed limit... Motorists must be aware of the speed limit on the road and are required to slow down to a maximum of half to the posted limit.

What are the most important things to know about smoke alarms? There should be a smoke alarm on every level of your home and preferably in every bedroom Smoke alarms have an expiry date... Smoke alarms should be tested monthly Make sure to change batteries as recommended by the manufacturer's instructions (or at least once a year)

A garage was destroyed by fire on Saturday morning in Quispamsis. Around 12:15 pm, firefighters were dispatched for a structure fire on Leeswood Drive. When they arrived, the garage was fully involved in fire and firefighters focused on saving the nearby home, which was not damaged. The cause is under investigation. Mutual aid for water supply was provided by Nauwigewauk Fire Department and Hampton Fire Rescue tankers.

As we start into the colder weather, homeowners need to be aware of the dangers of carbon monoxide as it relates to heating sources in their home. One resident experienced the dangers of carbon monoxide in late December: This was a scary life lesson but one I want others to know about. We had an issue with our propane stove that caused a buildup of carbon monoxide in our home. Luckily, we had already installed carbon monoxide alarms in our home that alerted us to the issue... before the levels could climb too high. The firefighters told us to always call if the alarm goes off and the dangers of carbon monoxide. Not only that, but they also checked our home for other fire safety issues as well. -Keith, Quispamsis Please watch this short video about carbon monoxide. https://youtu.be/27aFLXhYw6Y

Research shows that approximately 30 years ago you had 10 to 15 minutes to escape a house fire. Today, you have about 3 to 5 minutes to escape - this is because houses are built from different materials, modern homes have more petroleum and plastic based products, and house designs, including open concept and higher ceilings all increase the speed at which a fire spreads. Have an escape plan, sleep with bedroom doors closed, and make sure you have the right amount and properly functioning smoke alarms.

As the province has moved back into the orange phase, please review the following changes to our fire department's operations during this phase: -No outside visitors except for essential services (maintenance, repair, etc.). -Car seat installations will be limited to installs for newborn infants or expectant parents only. -Any member of the public purchasing a civic sign will be required to wait outside while the sign is prepared.... -Home inspections are suspended. -Site visits are suspended (tours, public events, etc.). As we have been since the start of the pandemic, you will notice our firefighters taking a number of precautions on emergency calls, such as masks and gowns. We had already implemented social distancing protocols so while we work with the community, we will continue to maintain a social distance of two meters whenever possible.

Although the COVID-19 pandemic changed our formal recognition ceremony, we were still able to present long service awards to several of our members. Throughout the week members were recognized for their dedication to the fire service. These awards recognize provincial and federal long service awards that were achieved between January 2018 and December 2019. In addition to the long service awards, eight members received a letter of commendation for their actions at a rescu...e incident in early 2020. Chief Bill Ireland presented each member with a certificate and pin, medal or bar for years of service. The members honoured include: Firefighter Scott Carr, provincial 15 year pin Firefighter Keith Scichilone, provincial 15 year pin Firefighter Don Kearney, federal 20 year medal Firefighter Scott Hatt, federal 20 year medal Senior Firefighter Mike Nixon, federal 20 year medal Lieutenant Paul Nixon, federal 20 year medal Division Chief Shawn White, federal 20 year medal Division Chief Mike Boyle, federal 20 year medal Firefighter Bruce Leblanc, provincial 25 year medal Firefighter Scott Dunbar, provincial 25year medal Firefighter Karey Madill, provincial 25year medal Lieutenant Reg Verner, provincial 25 year medal Firefighter Dan Richard, federal 30 year bar Captain John Codling, federal 30 year bar Firefighter Eric Boyle, provincial 35 year bar Firefighter Rob Hamilton (retired), provincial 35 year bar Captain Bill Gentleman, provincial 35 year bar

Looking for a last minute Christmas gift? How about a home safety kit? Like and share this post and your name will be entered to win a home safety kit that includes a carbon monoxide detector, three battery operated smoke alarms, and a Sparky the Fire Dog bag. Remember, smoke alarms save lives! ... If you are unsure about home fire safety, you can request a free home inspection done by our firefighters for residents of Rothesay and Quispamsis.

MEDIA RELEASE 09 March 2021 On Tuesday, March 9th, 2021 at 08:23am, Kennebecasis Regional Police Force members were called to a single vehicle collision on Park...side Drive, Quispamsis, NB. The lone male driver of the vehicle was found dead on scene. The cause of the collision remains under investigation. See more

With wind gusts hitting 80 kilometers per hour and temperatures around -12C, firefighters battled two structure fires yesterday. The first fire off of Grove Avenue in Rothesay was reported by a passerby around 3:30 pm; once firefighters arrived on scene the house was fully involved in fire and was totally destroyed. The family of two was not home at the time. One firefighter sustained a minor injury from a slip and fall but otherwise no one was hurt. The cause remains und...er investigation. A second fire on the Gondola Point Road in Quispamsis was reported at approximately 8:45 pm; a fire in the roof grew quickly beyond control because of the high wind conditions. The family was able to escape without injury and the home has significant fire and water damage and is also being investigated. We would like to thank the many agencies who assisted us yesterday: Kennebecasis Regional Police Force Ambulance New Brunswick paramedics, Rothesay Town of Quispamsis water and works departments, NB Power crews, and Hampton Fire Rescue, Simonds Fire Department, Saint John Fire Department, and Nauwigewauk Fire Department for mutual aid assistance. To give a perspective on the conditions, pictured is firefighter Mike O'Brien.

ATTENTION: Please avoid Grove Avenue until further notice as there is a structure fire in that area and the road is partially blocked. Please find an alternative route to allow Kennebecasis Valley Fire Department Inc. to conduct their operations without hinderance. Thank you.

This week Captain Doug Barrett delivered hazardous materials refresher training to each of our four platoons including a review of gas detection, hazardous material identification, and response to hazmat incidents.

Be prepared! The Alert Ready national emergency alert system will be tested today at 10:55 a.m. The test will take place on television, radio and wireless devices. Wireless phones should vibrate and the alert sound will play. An accompanying text in both official languages will state that it is only a test.

The Alert Ready national emergency alert system will be tested in New Brunswick tomorrow (Wednesday, Nov. 25) at 10:55 a.m. The test will take place on televi...sion, radio and wireless devices. Wireless phones should vibrate and the alert sound will play. An accompanying text in both official languages will state that it is only a test. Alert Ready was developed in partnership with federal, provincial and territorial emergency management officials, Environment and Climate Change Canada and the broadcast industry to enhance emergency preparedness and response in times of crisis. See more

Effective midnight tonight, the Saint John region will be moving back to the orange phase of the response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Please note the following changes to our fire department's operations during this phase: No outside visitors except for essential services (maintenance, repair, etc.). Car seat installations will be limited to installs for newborn infants or expectant parents only.... Any member of the public purchasing a civic sign will be required to wait outside while the sign is prepared. Home inspections are suspended. Site visits are suspended (tours, public events, etc.). As we have been since the start of the pandemic, you will notice our firefighters taking a number of precautions on emergency calls, such as masks and gowns. We had already implemented social distancing protocols so while we work with the community, we will continue to maintain a social distance of two meters whenever possible.

Santa's workshop will look a little different this year. Unfortunately due to the restrictions surrounding covid-19 we are unable to accept toy and food donati...ons for this years Christmas program. WE ARE ACCEPTING CASH AND GIFTCARD donations at the Kennebecasis Valley Fire Station One located at 7 Campbell Drive in Rothesay. We once again look forward to your support helping us help others! Like and Share to help get the word out!!

Santa Claus is coming to Quispamsis for one night only this week. Although the traditional Kennebecasis Valley Santa Claus Parade will not be held, due to COV...ID-19, the Town of Quispamsis has devised a plan to see the Jolly Old Elf in person. A drive-thru Selfie with Santa will be available this Wednesday (Nov. 18) from 6-8 pm in the Arts and Culture Park. Santa will be near the cul-de-sac on Landing Court, where vehicles can stop for a quick wave and photo. Traffic flow will be one-way only: Vehicles must enter at Landing Court and exit from the KV Bowling Lanes/Valley Sands driveway. Members of the Kennebecasis Regional Police Force will be on site to assist with traffic control. To ensure everyone’s safety, people must remain in their vehicle at all times, and pedestrians will not be permitted in the park during the event. Drivers are expected to proceed with caution. Mrs. Claus and I know this has been a difficult year, Santa Claus said. I hope to see you on Wednesday, but please stay in your car, and I want to remind the adults to drive carefully. Ho ho ho! The traditional tree-lighting ceremony at the Arts and Culture Park will not take place. The Holiday Dreamland display will be lit up later. See more

Update on the Christmas Program.

Following a short ceremony this morning, our new Tank 2 officially went into service at Station 2 in Quispamsis. As part of the ceremony, Chief Bill Ireland spoke about the new truck and Chaplain Bruce Smith gave a blessing. This was followed by a "wet-down ceremony" where the old truck sprays down the new one and it is finally pushed into the station by the firefighters. Tank 2 is single axle tanker built on a Freightliner M2 112 chassis with a Dependable tanker body. The apparatus features a Hale AP50, 500 GPM pump with five (5) discharges and a 1800 USG poly tank.