Fire and Rescue Services

Battery Recycling

Georgina Fire and Rescue Services have partnered with Call2Recycle – Battery Recycling – to provide an opportunity for the community to safely drop off used batteries. They can be dropped off at the Keswick and Sutton Fire stations between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. Don’t let dead batteries become a hazard. For more information on recycling batteries, visit recycleyourbatteries.ca.

Mission and services provided

The mission of Georgina Fire and Rescue Services is to provide the utmost professional and competent service through its commitment to quality and excellence in the community for residents and visitors.

Georgina Fire and Rescue Services provides a range of services to residents and visitors in the Town of Georgina, including:

fire suppression
medical aid response
motor vehicle accident response
hazardous material response
ice/water rescue response
fire prevention
public education
enforcement of the Ontario Fire Code
investigation of the causes of fires

Our services and mandate are outlined in the Establishing and Regulating By-law. The department runs as a composite department with three fire stations that provide 24-7 protection to residents.

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Smoking safety

Smoking materials are the leading cause of fire deaths. If you smoke, be alert and smoke outside. Use a deep and sturdy ashtray to butt out cigarettes and cannabis. Place your butts in water before disposing of them. Never smoke or allow anyone to smoke where medical oxygen is used. Medical oxygen can cause materials to ignite more easily and make fires burn at a faster rate than normal.

Do not discard cigarettes in vegetation such as mulch, potted plants or landscaping, peat moss, dried grasses, leaves or other things that could ignite easily. Keep cigarettes, lighters, matches and other smoking materials up high out of the reach of children, in a locked cabinet.

Fires have occurred while e-cigarettes were being used, the battery was being charged, or the device was being transported. Never leave charging e-cigarettes unattended.

Grass fires and open-air burning

With warm weather coming, many of us will begin to clean up our yards and around our homes. Before you burn, read up on the Town of Georgina bylaw. A permit may be required. A permit is not required for a recreational fire, but you must have a 23-foot clearance between the fire and all combustibles including property lines. For more information on burn permits, visit the burn permits page.

Cigarette butts can easily start a fire. To prevent grass fires this season, never flick cigarette butts out vehicle windows. Always dispose your butts in a metal or glass ashtray filled with water or sand.

Starting up your equipment for the first time this year? Do so on a non-combustible surface and keep equipment away from all combustibles including dry grasses, leaves and branches.

Cottage/trailer opening

Getting ready to open the cottage? Be sure to check your smoke and CO alarms. Start the season off right and install new batteries in all of your alarms. Check the expiry date and install new ones if necessary. Create a home escape plan for your cottage. Look for two ways out and practice the plan with everyone. Be sure to practise when new guests come to visit as well.

Check your lines for damage before you connect propane to your trailer. Check for leaks after installation. Ensure your trailer has working smoke and CO alarms too.

Check electrical cords and wiring in your trailer to ensure you didn’t have any visitors while it was in storage. If cords are damaged, be sure to replace them. Happy travels!

Generator safety

Generators can provide essential backup power during outages, but they must be used safely to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, fire hazards and other risks. Knowing how to operate and maintain a generator properly can help keep your household safe in an emergency. Follow these guidelines to ensure safe use, including proper placement, ventilation and fuel storage.

What3Words

What3Words is a free app that helps Georgina Fire and Rescue reach you faster. If you’re lost or need help, find your location's three words and share them with emergency services to ensure they know your exact spot. Before your next adventure, download the app from Google Play or Apple App Store.

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Burn permits

Applications available online

Online permit applications for Agricultural and Open-air Burn Permits are now available.