Fire Prevention Week is an annual event that promotes fire safety in the home and office. This year’s FPW campaign, “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!™” strives to educate everyone about the importance of having working smoke alarms in the home.
Fire Prevention Week Events
| When & Where |
Event |
|
Monday, Oct. 7 from 9:00am-6:00pm
Canadian Tire - Riverside Drive
|
Fire Safety Talk |
|
Tuesday, Oct. 8 from 9:00am-6:00pm
Metro
|
Fire Safety Talk |
|
Wednesday, Oct. 9 from 10:00am-6:00pm
Timmins Square
|
Fire Safety Talk |
|
Thursday, Oct. 10 from 10:00am-6:00pm
Timmins Square
|
Fire Safety Talk |
|
Friday, Oct. 11 from 10:00am - 6:00pm
Porcupine Mall
|
Fire Safety Talk |
Contests
The Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC) are running a Fire Prevention Week social media contest. This contest is not administered by the City of Timmins. Contest rules, terms, and conditions are determined by OAFC.
Visit the NFPA (FPW) for other resources.
Learn how to create a Fire Escape Plan.
What is Fire Prevention Week?
This year Fire Prevention Week celebrates 100 Years of Fire Safety. Since 1922 Fire Prevention Week has been observed on the Sunday through Saturday period in which October 9th falls. Created in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire, Fire Prevention Week is dedicated to educating and informing the public on the importance of fire prevention and safety.
