Comox Fire Department will be teaching a Free CPR Level A to citizens of the Comox Valley. This class will cover the skills needed to respond to cardiovascular and choking emergencies. Registration is required.
Contact the Comox Recreation Centre to register: www.comox.ca/recreation or 250-339-2255 info@comox.ca
The course is held at the Comox Fire hall - 1870 Noel Ave. on the following dates:
Friday, Sept 27
Friday Oct 25
Friday, Nov 22
Friday, Dec 13
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A huge congratulations to Fire Fighter Richard Quinn. Richard recently completed the Fire Officer 1 (NFPA 1021) certificate from the JIBC.
The Fire Officer programs are above and beyond the NFPA 1001 certification that all Fire Fighters in Comox Fire are trained to. Fire Officer 1 is made up of 7 courses, both online and in classroom.
“Comox Fire Rescue is very thankful for Richard’s dedication and hard work. It’s members like Richard that make our department so successful.” says Chief Gord Schreiner
Richard joined Comox Fire in August of 2015. He was named Fire Fighter of the year for 2018 and continues to assist training and mentoring new recruits.
FireSmart is a shared responsibility. It is about living in a fire-prone ecosystem and taking the necessary steps to protect your family, property, and community from wildfire. Over time, FireSmart principles have shown that they are effective at reducing the risk related to losses in the most extreme wildfire conditions. With a few simple steps you can contribute to increasing your property, neighbourhood and community resiliency to wildfire.
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In British Columbia, wildfires are becoming an increasing threat. Fortunately, there is a solution that everyone can be a part of. Introducing FireSmart BC: the go-to resource for combating the problem of wildfire in BC. There are simple steps you can take to protect your home, neighborhood and province. Learn more at firesmartbc.ca
Comox Fire Rescue has a limited number of Wildfire Protection Kits for sale.
During a wildfire embers can be carried a long distance. Hot embers can easily ignite a dry roof or surrounding area. The WASP gutter mounted sprinkler system helps protect your home from these hot embers. The wildfire protection kits provide a simple and quick way to get water on your roof and surrounding area.
WASP is a trusted manufacturer of sprinkler equipment sold to fire departments throughout North America. The kits are quick and easy to install and come with everything needed to help protect a standard size home. No ladders or tools are required.
Comox Fire Gord Schreiner states: “Our fire department uses these same sprinklers in our structural protection trailer and throughout our province. They are designed to be quickly deployed in an area threaten by wildfire. We are pleased to be able to offer these to citizens so they can be better prepared in case of a wildfire in our area.”
The kits sell for $154.99 each and come with two adjustable, agricultural grade sprinkler heads designed to conserve water and work on very low pressure if required, two mounting brackets and two forestry grade flat garden type hoses. Any profits made from this project will be reinvested by the fire department into additional interface fire equipment.
For more information contact Chief Gord Schreiner at firehall@comox.ca
The Comox Firefighters Association has donated $2,000.00 to the Francophone Youth Council of B.C. as a contribution to the organization of the B.C. Francophone games which will take place in the Town of Comox May 17th to 20th. These Games will be taking place at Ecole Au-coeur-de-l’ile school located behind the Comox Fire Station.
These games give the students the opportunity to interact with other students from around the province and share their sport and artistic talents and develop their scientific mind while growing their leadership skills. This funding will assist in making the games a success and benefits the students participating and the community at large.
Comox Fire Chief Gord Schreiner states: “I am so proud of our firefighters. They give so much of themselves and assist our community in so many ways. We are pleased to be able to support one of our closest neighbours (Ecole Au-coeur-de-l’ile school ) with this important event.”
The funds donated by the Comox firefighters come from their “Pay it Forward” account which is created from funds raised through their Comox Fire Training Centre. Countless groups and charities have benefited from this fund.
