St Thomas Fire Department
305 Wellington St. n5r2t2 Saint Thomas, ON, Canada

Here is the video with everything you need to know about selecting, maintaining and using your fire extingishers. Our own CFPO Todd for the #extingishersforcindy campaign.

Last minute Christmas shopping? What about a fire extinguisher?

A Canada wide campaign to get fire extinguishers in vehicles has been set in motion after a local woman was hit head on by an impaired driver and lost her life when her car caught fire. #cindyslaw

All crews have cleared the scene at 294 Talbot St. Residents have returned to their units. Fire was contained to the apartment and everyone was evacuated safely.

Fire dept on scene at grand central 294 Talbot st. Updates once available. Everyone safe and evacuated.

Thank you St. Thomas Stars Elgin Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram and Southwold Fire for making this event amazing! https://t.co/obi0ZRZEjm?amp=1

#cindyslaw #extinguishersforcindy

Join us for the Stationary Christmas Park Parade, and don't forget a donation of non-perishable food items for Christmas Care! STFD will be collecting at Pinafore during the event!

Santa has arrived downtown! And the tree is lit!

Might see some crazy wind today! Remember stay 10 meters (about the length of a firetruck) away from downed power lines, and call 911. Be prepared for possible power outages today. (Charge up your cell phone) and NEVER use a bbq, or generator in an enclosed space!

A short time ago we posted that the St. Thomas Fire Fighter Association had donated $1000.00 to #extinguishersforcindy but at the time we were not able to get a... picture so tonight at the Captain Dennis Redman Fire Station in St. Thomas we got together for a cheque presentation. Our community is just filled with such great people and our Fire Fighters are just beautiful! In the photo from Left to Right.... Daryl Smith presents $1,000 cheque to Tony Bendel. Chief Fire Prevention Officer Bill Todd (with extinguisher), Derek Didick Words can not express how thankful we are for this donation. #cindyslaw

Finding Sparky Contest Winners! Congrats Melissa McBride, Jen Lazenby, and Micki Waito! Thank you to everyone else that played along! Central Elgin Fire Rescue 94.1 myFMCity of St. Thomas, Ontario

Finding Sparky Contest! Last call for entries! Tomorrow we will be drawing the winners of our "Finding Sparky" contest. Remember you must email [email protected] with the 5 mystery locations (that can be found on our Facebook page throughout last week) and your contact info to enter the draw! You could win one of 3 Home Safety Prize packs!... 1st place: home fire extinguisher, first aid kit, 3 smoke and CO combination alarms with 10 year lithium battery, and swag bag with lots of stuff for the kids! 2nd Place: Home Fire Extinguisher, 3 Combo smoke and CO alarms, and swag bag. 3rd Place: Travel Car first aid kit, 3 Combo smoke and CO alarms, and swag bag. Central Elgin Fire Rescue City of St. Thomas, Ontario94.1 myFMJoe Preston - Mayor ST.Thomas OntarioSt. Thomas Public Library

We want to know! Help us in fire prevention get an idea of how many St. Thomas residents have smoke alarms! Take a few minutes to answer our quick and anonymous questions and then hit share, because the more responses the better! 94.1 myFM Joe Preston - Mayor ST.Thomas Ontario St. Thomas Public Library City of St. Thomas, Ontario https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HDV2BYL

Thanksgiving is a little different this year due to covid, no giant feasts with huge family gatherings.....first responders have been missing many big family dinners for their entire careers. On duty with their work family. If we can do it so can you! Be thankful, and be safe. Happy Thanksgiving!

September 19th, join the Alzheimer Societys Scavenger Hunt in St. Thomas and Elgin County! Help raise awareness about dementia in our community, plus there are prizes to be won! Check out their website at alzheimers.ca/elgin for more info.

Be sure and check out the Early On Community Bins! There might even be a few activities from the fire department in them along with lots of other fun activities!

As Fire Prevention Week 2020 draws to a close, we ask you don't let your guard down when it comes to fire saftey. Check your smoke alarms, cook safely, and teach your kids fire saftey. We all can do better.

Here they are! All 5 photos for our Finding Sparky Contest! To enter, send an email with your mystery location guesses to [email protected] along with your phone number. Next week on Oct. 14th we will draw for the winners of our 3 Home Fire Safety Prize Packs! (includes a fire extinguisher, smoke and CO alarms, flashlight, and lots more to help keep your home safe!) Contest is open to residents of St. Thomas and Central Elgin. Central Elgin Fire RescueCity of St. Thomas, OntarioJoe Preston - Mayor ST.Thomas Ontario94.1 myFM

Tonight at 5:40pm STFD responded to multiple calls for a garage fire on Manitoba St. Neighbours quickly called 911 and the fire was extinguished by fire crews. Damage was limited to the exterior of the detached garage. 94.1 myFM

Day 5!!!! Finding Sparky Contest Now that you have all 5 mystery locations send an email to [email protected] with all 5 answers and a contact #. Next week on October 14th, we will draw the winners of 3 Fire Home Safety Packs. (Includes a fire extinguisher, smoke alarms, flashlights, and lots more for keeping your home safe!) Draw is open to residents of St. Thomas and Central Elgin.... Central Elgin Fire Rescue City of St. Thomas, Ontario94.1 myFM See more

Its been 3 years since we lost Chief Rob Broadbent. (L.O.D.D.) Our thoughts as always are with his family, as we remember Rob as a leader and a friend.

Now put Facebook down....and finish your cooking!

Always be "weather aware"

A lasting legacy... gone but not forgotten. Sept 1st is the deadline for graduating students who are going to post secondary to become firefighters or other emergency services to apply for the Dennis Redman scholarship.

Day 4! Finding Sparky Contest This one is a little tougher! Here's a hint....it's out in Central Elgin! Today Sparky wants you to know you need to test your smoke alarms every month! Replace any alarms that are older than 10 years and replace the batteries twice a year. Smoke alarms save lives...and they are the law! ... Every day this week we are posting a picture of Sparky somewhere in St. Thomas or Central Elgin. Once you know all 5 mystery locations, email [email protected] and you will have a chance at winning once of 3 home fire safety prize packs! Central Elgin Fire Rescue94.1 myFMCity of St. Thomas, Ontario

Fire prevention week is held this week in October in recognition of the Great Chicago Fire. The Great Chicago Fire was a conflagration that burned in the American city of Chicago during October 810, 1871. The fire killed approximately 300 people, destroyed roughly 3.3 square miles of the city, and left more than 100,000 residents homeless. The aftermath of this fire was the beginning of many improvements such as building codes, many advancements in the fire service, and industrial fire safety. https://youtu.be/VZhvbmqYniA

Need something to entertain the kids today? Why not do something you keep saying you are going to do, and never seem to take the time for? Plan and practice your home escape plan, talk to your family about fire safety! This short video will get you started on the right path....

Parents... we need your help! We want your children to get acquainted with how a firefighter looks and sounds when they have their gear on, so that in the event of a fire they are not scared by us, and know to come to us for help! We've made a short video with Sparky and Firefighter Rumas. Get your children to watch and discuss with them what to do in the event of a fire, let them hear what a smoke alarm sounds like, and practice your home escape plan! Teach them where your meeting place is so that everyone can meet outside the home and call 911. Give your children the skills they will need to escape, if a fire strikes your home! https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=578380229773515

Hey remember in 2003 when we had the Eastern Seaboard blackout on Aug. 14th? What did you learn about being prepared for a blackout? Have you changed anything to be more prepared when a blackout happens again? Check out the link to learn what you can do to be prepared next time a blackout hits.... #bepreparednotscared https://www.getprepared.gc.ca//pwrtgs-w/pwrtgs-wtd-eng.pdf

It’s Fire Prevention Week! Central Elgin Fire Rescue and St Thomas Fire Department are teaming up with @AlzElgin to keep individuals affected by dementia safe!... Here are some things to look for to know if someone living with dementia is having difficulty with cooking and some tips to try to keep cooking safe! See more

Weve made it to August 2020!....test your smoke alarms today. We are doing so much this year to protect ourselves, our homes and our families from everything from Covid to murder hornets, dont let a a fire in your home be the tragedy for your family.

Hope everyone has a great long weekend! Stay safe out there St. Thomas!

Firefighters on scene this morning on Morrison Dr. for a small fire on an apartment balcony. Thankfully neighbors called in reports of smoke before it became more of an issue! 94.1 myFM

myFM along with Doug Tarry Homes are spending the day shining a spotlight on the extraordinary women who make a difference in our community through our "Women of Influence" feature. Full story on our website...

The St. Thomas Fire Department responded to a call early Tuesday morning about a house fire at 84 Mandeville Drive. Full story on our website...

STFD on scene on Mandeville dr. last night for a house fire. Investigators and crews on scene to determine the cause. The family escaped with no injuries.

If youve got little ones in need of entertainment this summer check out the virtual Teddy Bear Picnic. Sparky and Firefighter Rumas did a great video about the gear a firefighter wears to keep them safe!

Another cool #throwbackThursday from the Elgin County Archives Thanks for sharing some St Thomas Fire Department and #sttont history!

#prideweek2020 The rainbow flag was raised at city hall this morning, glad the rain held off!

A rainbow flag is now flying high at City Hall, marking July 20th to July 26th as Pride Week. The flag raising ceremony took place this morning in St. Thomas, w...ith similar ceremonies taking place in Aylmer and at the Elgin Childrens Aid building. 2 additional flag raisings will be taking place in Elgin County today, first at the Elgin Heritage Centre at 11 a.m. and then at the West Elgin Community Health Centre at 1 p.m.

Please keep an eye on the weather today! Tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings out now!

Little bit of St. Thomas and STFD history from the Elgin County Archives.

A natural gas leak at Princess and Gladstone avenues early Tuesday afternoon resulted in an evacuation of several area residences as a safety precaution. Full story on our website...

A St Thomas Firefighter stretches a supply line to a hydrant from Ladder 9 at a large natural gas leak today.

The natural gas leak at Princess and Gladstone has been shut off, all residents are safe to return home.

Active incident Princess and Gladstone Ave. Area being evacuated due to natural gas leak. Please avoid the area.

No injuries were reported after a fire Sunday morning resulted in extensive smoke damage to a residence on Windemere Place in St. Thomas. Full story on our website...

Crews where out this morning at a garage fire on Windemere Pl. Smoke alarms gave the residents the early warning they needed to escape the home without injury.

Informative video from our friends at London Fire. How to maintain batteries in your smoke alarms. Because smoke alarms save lives.

Popped over to Axford Pkwy to wish Cooper a happy birthday and show off our dunk tank skills! 94.1 myFM St Thomas Police Service

As mentioned earlier this morning.... things are dry.... Out at a grass fire at Wellington and Stanley St. this afternoon.

The Annual Teddy Bear Picnic from our friends at EarlyOn Child and Family Centre - St. Thomas Elgin has gone online! Some fun and education for the little ones to do on such hot days!

Happily, I havent had to mow my lawn in a few weeks since its burnt brown now.....BUT This time of year it become super important we pay close attention to where cigarette butts are disposed of! Dry grass and mulch burn very easily in this hot weather. Always dispose of cigarette butts in a non-combustible container....never toss them into the grass, gardens or off your balconies.

Its a hot one out there... Keep an eye on your neighbours and family with no air conditioning.

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Canada Day!

Canada Day means fireworks for a lot of families! Since there will be no big displays this year due to COVID restrictions there are some things we need you to remember if you choose to light off a few for the family.... *Responsible, sober adults are the only ones who should be lighting fireworks! ... *Fireworks may not be set off in public parks, roadways or city green spaces. *Never try to relight a dud, submerse in a pail of water for 15 minutes *Read and follow the directions and NEVER light them while holding them in your hand. *Always purchase your home fireworks from a licensed supplier. Illegal fireworks can be dangerous, of poor quality and can cause injury. 94.1 myFM City of St. Thomas, Ontario Joe Preston - Mayor ST.Thomas Ontario Medavie EMS Elgin Ontario