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Earlier this week, firefighters took part in two training scenarios at the Waterville Michelin Plant. The Michelin Waterville Plant has its own Emergency Response Team, consisting of employees throughout the facility who are able to respond when an incident may occur. The team consists of employees who are trained and certified to respond to on […]
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🚒🧑🚒 Performing on-scene gross decontamination following fires, reduces harmful surface carcinogens and toxins on firefighting bunker gear by 85%. Decontamination and protecting firefighters doesn’t only happen on the fire grounds, it happens by bagging exposed bunker gear and thoroughly washing equipment at the hall. By reducing these risks and keeping firefighters safe, prevents members from […]
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Every day, firefighters across Kings County respond to a variety of incidents, ranging from fire alarms to complex related calls, including wildfires. (Waterville Fire & Kentville Fire brush response trucks featuring the newly purchased equipment) In a number of cases, our volunteer stations are the first to arrive on the scene of woods fires, using […]
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The Greenwich Fire Department hosted their fire prevention open house for the public today! There was lots to check out, from Valley Search and Rescue equipment, Department of Natural Resources wildfire truck, Valley Waste Displays, MADD Canada representatives, activities for children and even a free BBQ! Some highlights included education around properly disposing of batteries, […]
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Over the weekend, the Kentville Volunteer Fire Department gathered to honour members who have completed 35 years of dedication fire service. Hugh Stronach, 35 years completed, Carl Knox, 55 years completed, Clem Fairclough, 65 years completed, Each member was awarded a plaque from the department and certificates from dignitaries, during a special celebration with friends, […]
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Canning Firefighters have hit the Cape Split trail this morning to commemorate the tragic events that unfolded in New York 25 years ago yesterday. Over the years, firefighters across the world have found unique ways to remember those lost during 9/11. From stair challenges, simulating the number of steps climbed in the Twin Towers, to […]
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Today will mark a historic moment for the Kentville Volunteer Fire Department. Clem Fairclough, will be retiring after serving 65 years of dedicated fire service, being the longest serving member. Clem joined the KVFD in 1961 at the age of 20 years old, following a fundraising drive for a new fire truck. I think with […]
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Labour Day Seafood Chowder 🦞 📍 Digby Fire Hall 🗓️ Monday, September 7th ⏰ 4PM-6PM 💰 20.00 per person The meal includes their renowned seafood chowder, roll & slice of pie!! Adrian J.
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Shortly before 12 noon today, Kentville Firefighters were dispatched to a report of a single vehicle crash, involving fire in the community of Brooklyn Corner. Prior to the fire departments arrival, heavy black smoke could be seen coming from the area. Following initial reports, it was discovered the vehicle in question was not involved in […]
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From Canning Fire: Yesterday, Sunday August 16, the Kings County Rope Rescue Team was deployed to rescue a dog that had gone over a cliff at Blomidon Provincial Park. Rope team members from Canning, Port Williams, Kentville and New Minas Fire Departments lowered 2 rescuers to secure the dog and then all were raised back […]
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