FAQs
- Single Event: Farmland clean-up (fence row etc.). Must be 150' from buildings, 1000' from oil wells/hazardous materials.
- Agricultural/Annual: Designated spot on a farm marked out by a berm or pit. Must be 150' from buildings, 1000' from oil wells/hazardous materials.
- Residential Campfire (Recreational): Steal ring for containment, 24" maximum diameter, 15' away from any structure, fence, shed, landscaping etc., no overhead tree branches or hydro wires.
- Step 1. Know The Risks
- Step 2. Make A Plan
- Step 3. Build a 72 Hour Kit
How do I maintain my smoke alarms?
Working smoke alarms give you the precious time you need to escape a fire. By law, every home in Ontario must have a working smoke alarm on every floor and outside all sleeping areas.
Click here for information about the installation and maintenance of smoke alarms.
Do I need a Carbon Monoxide Alarm in my home?
Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a colourless, odourless and tasteless gas that is extremely dangerous to your health and can cause death. It is produced in our homes by fuel-burning appliances and the only way to ensure you are safe is by installing a carbon monoxide alarm in your home outside of sleeping areas. The Ontario Fire Code requires that every home with a source of carbon monoxide (CO) must install and maintain alarms that can detect this deadly gas.
Review the following information to ensure that you and your family are protected from the silent killer today:
Do I need a permit to have a fire?
Yes, all fires in the Municipality of Leamington require a permit.
There are three types of permits issued by the department:
Burn permits will require 3-5 business days for processing, and first time applicants will require an inspection prior to approval of the burn from Leamington Fire Services.
Click here for more information and/or to apply for a permit.
Will the fire department attend my school or organization?
Absolutely! Complete our public education request form to book our Fire Services team.
Can we visit the Fire Hall?
You sure can! The community is invited to visit the Fire Hall on the first Tuesday of every month at 2:00 PM. Explore a firetruck, meet firefighters and learn about fire safety. There will be information about smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, home fire escape planning, cooking safety, open burning, the Leamington Alerts Emergency Notification System and more. If you would like to arrange a tour at another time or request the fire department to attend your organization please complete the public education request form.
When can I set off fireworks?
The Municipality of Leamington's fireworks by-law regulates the use, sale and possession of fireworks in the municipality. No person shall sell or discharge display fireworks or theatrical fireworks without a permit. For more information please click here for information regarding discharging family fireworks.
What do I do when I see a flashing green light?
Please be courteous and yield the right of way if you see a vehicle displaying a flashing green light.
Legislation was enacted on December 9, 1994 to amend the Highway Traffic Act, 1990 (HTA, 1990) that allows firefighters to display a flashing green light on their personal vehicle when responding to emergencies. The use of flashing green lights on vehicles is restricted to the Ontario Fire Service.
How do I prepare for an emergency?
All municipalities, large or small, are vulnerable to major community emergencies such as tornadoes, floods, blizzards, and power outages. When an emergency of this scale occurs, local municipalities are usually the first level of government to respond. However, municipalities are not alone in emergency response. Being prepared, as an individual citizen, and knowing what to do and what to expect will help you and your family to cope until help arrives, should an emergency or disaster affect your community.
Review these steps to prepare you and your family for an emergency.
Get alerted about emergencies and other important community news by signing up for the Leamington Alert System. This system enables us to provide you with critical information quickly in a variety of situations, evacuation notices, gas leaks, police activity and more.
How do I apply to become a firefighter?
Click here to visit current career opportunities. We hire annually, so please check back if nothing is posted.