ASSINIBOIA — Assiniboia Fire Rescue responded to 13 calls in July.
Seven of those 13 calls were false alarms. The remainder were call-outs for a structure fire, two grass fires, one animal rescue, one motor vehicle collision and one elevator rescue.
July’s call-outs emphasize the importance of training to be as prepared as possible for every emergency call that comes in. Fire Chief, Terry Lacelle, says fire training in the month of July was focused on drafting and wildland fires as well as vehicle extrication.
Assiniboia’s Fire Rescue Department said their monthly safety message outlines the importance of a fire escape plan, saying, “A fire escape plan outlines how to safely exit a building during a fire or other emergency. It involves identifying two escape routes from each room, choosing a meeting place outside, and practicing the plan regularly. “
Households should draft a plan that includes drawing a floor plan of all rooms, exits and windows as well as identify two escape routes for each room, especially the sleeping areas.
It is important to pre-determine a meeting place safety outside, away from the building, where everyone from the household can be accounted for and remain until help arrives or until the emergency has been put under control.
Fire drills aren’t just for schools as conducting a practice at least twice a year it ensures everyone knows the plan and can execute it quickly.
Everyone in a household should have an accessible exit, including those with disabilities. The importance of clear exits can never be overstated.
Smoke alarms on every level of the house and outside the sleeping areas is invaluable in alerting the household to smoke and fire.
Ensure everyone in the household knows how to call 9-1-1.
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