Welcome to the LaSalle Fire Service website. Our first responders take great pride in responding to emergencies within our community. We provide protection to over 33,000 residents and almost 12,000 households within the Town of LaSalle.
As a fire service, we know that fire prevention and public education are vital lines of defense in protecting human life and property. Fire safety plans, regular inspections, and fire safety education in our local schools help to keep our community safe and protected from the threat of fire and other hazards.
We are a caring team dedicated to promoting safety, and providing positive outcomes to fellow citizens in a time of need. Our mission is guided by commitment to our core values: Respect, Integrity, Teamwork.
The Goodfellows Annual Newspaper Drive will be back on the streets this year collecting donations from Thursday, November 24 to Saturday, November 26. LaSalle Firefighters will be distributing papers around Town starting at 6:00 am.
Donations of any amount are welcome, and the money raised will be used to buy items for the Goodfellows’ annual Christmas food baskets.
The LaSalle Sparky’s Toy Drive officially kicks off today, November 14, 2022. Firefighters will be collecting new, unwrapped toys for children of all ages, gift cards, and cash donations. Visit the LaSalle Firefighters at Windsor Crossing Premium Outlet Mall, 1555 Talbot Rd. in LaSalle, on Saturday, November 26 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, to make your donation. Donations can also be dropped off at the following locations until Friday, December 9:
Donations will be accepted at the fire hall until Friday, December 23. All donations are greatly appreciated. We sincerely thank you for your support.
LaSalle Alerts is a mass notification system that enables us to provide you with critical information in times of emergency such as evacuation of a neighborhood, a boil water advisory, a large fire, or a natural disaster.
We tested the LaSalle Alerts mass notification system on Tuesday, November 1. If you did not receive the test message, register to receive notifications at www.lasallealerts.ca. You can choose how you would like us to contact you: text, cell phone, email, and/or landline. Please note this system is not used for weather warnings. For questions regarding the system, please call LaSalle Fire Service at 519-966-0744 extension 0.
For more information visit the LaSalle Alerts page on our website.
Since it began in 1922, Fire Prevention Week has taken place in early October to raise awareness of fire prevention.
This year’s FPW campaign, “Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape™”, works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe from home fires.
Today’s homes burn faster than ever. You may have as little as two minutes (or even less time) to safely escape a home fire from the time the smoke alarm sounds. Your ability to get out of a home during a fire depends on early warning from smoke alarms and advance planning.
It is important for everyone to plan and practice a home fire escape. Everyone needs to be prepared in advance, so that they know what to do when the smoke alarm sounds. Given that every home is different, every home fire escape plan will also be different.
Have a plan for everyone in the home. Children, older adults, and people with disabilities may need assistance to wake up and get out. Make sure that someone will help them!
Smoke alarms sense smoke well before you can, alerting you to danger. Smoke alarms need to be in every bedroom, outside of the sleeping areas (like a hallway), and on each level (including the basement) of your home. Do not put smoke alarms in your kitchen or bathrooms. Choose an alarm that is listed with a testing laboratory, meaning it has met certain standards for protection.
For the best protection, use combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarms that are interconnected throughout the home. These can be installed by a qualified electrician, so that when one sounds, they all sound. This ensures you can hear the alarm no matter where in your home the alarm originates.
For more information please visit https://www.nfpa.org/Events/Events/Fire-Prevention-Week/About
LaSalle Alerts is a mass notification system that enables us to provide you with critical information in times of emergency such as evacuation of a neighborhood, a boil water advisory, a large fire, or a natural disaster.
We tested the LaSalle Alerts mass notification system on Wednesday, June 1. If you did not receive the test message, register to receive notifications at www.lasallealerts.ca. You can choose how you would like us to contact you: text, cell phone, email, and/or landline. Please note this system is not used for weather warnings. For questions regarding the system, please call LaSalle Fire Service at 519-966-0744 extension 0.
For more information visit the LaSalle Alerts page on our website.
LaSalle Fire Reminds Residents to 'Be Ready for Anything'
Natural disasters may be out of our control, but there are ways to reduce the risk and impact of whatever emergency we might face - whether natural or human-induced.
Emergency Preparedness Week (May 1-7, 2022) encourages Canadians to take concrete actions to be better prepared to protect themselves and their families during emergencies. This special week is a national effort lead by Public Safety Canada, provincial and territorial emergency management organizations, Indigenous organizations, non-governmental organizations, and private sector.
“This week, I encourage you to take concrete actions to be better prepared. Please do your part! Experience has shown that individual preparedness goes a long way to help people cope better - both during and after a major disaster. Get an emergency kit now - it can make a world of difference,” said LaSalle Fire Chief, Ed Thiessen.
By taking a few simple steps, you can become better prepared to face a range of emergencies – anytime, anywhere. It is important to:
Know the risks – Although the consequences of disasters can be similar, knowing the risks specific to our community and our region can help you better prepare.
Make a plan – It will help you and your family know what to do.
Get an emergency kit – During an emergency, we will all need some basic supplies. We may need to get by without power or tap water. Be prepared to be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours in an emergency.
Visit www.getprepared.ca for more resources to help you and your family prepare for all types of emergencies.
This year, the COVID-19 global pandemic continues to have unprecedented impact on Canadians. While governments at all levels are working hard to keep Canada safe; now, more than ever, we understand that we all have a role to play in emergency preparedness. You can help to protect yourself, and others, against COVID-19 by staying informed. We encourage all Canadians to visit Canada.ca/coronavirus for the latest information on the response to COVID-19 and tips on how to continue to help prevent the spread. Visit WEVax.ca for information about vaccines in Windsor and Essex County.
Update: On March 22, 2022, Council approved the Three Fire Station Operating Model and Financial Plan as presented by Ed Thiessen, Director of Fire Services/Fire Chief and Dale Langlois, Director of Finance/Treasurer. This model includes the existing headquarters station on Normandy St., a west
substation at 2160 Front Road (Substation 1), and an east substation on Laurier Parkway in the area of Disputed Road (Substation 2). Read the Council Approves Town of LaSalle Three Fire Station Model News Release on the Town website.
At the Regular Council meeting on January 25, 2022, Council approved administration's report outlining a Three Fire Station Model for the Town of LaSalle. View the Three Fire Station News Release on the Town website.
For full project details visit the Placespeak public engagement website.
Summer Fire Safety |
It's Barbeque Season!
Backyard Recreational FiresSmall outdoor recreational fires are allowed within the Town of LaSalle.
Review our Recreational Fire Quick Reference Sheet to ensure fire safety and compliance according to by-law.
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Spring Fire Safety |
Spring has sprung! LaSalle Fire Service would like to remind LaSalle residents of the spring cleaning checklist to ensure fire safety. Inside the home:
Outside and around the yard:
In the garage or shed:
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Winter Fire Safety |
Fire HydrantFire Chief Ed Thiessen encourages all LaSalle residents to “Be a Hydrant Hero!” If you have a fire hydrant on or near your property, do your part to keep it accessible this winter. In a fire emergency, every second counts.
Chief Thiessen urges LaSalle residents to stay warm and safe this winter! Heating Safety Tips from Chief Thiessen:
Carbon MonoxideLaSalle firefighters remind you to maintain working smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms in your home. Install smoke alarms on every storey of your home and outside all sleeping areas. CO alarms are required outside all bedrooms. Test your smoke and CO alarms every month and install new batteries when needed. To protect yourself and your family, take a walk around the outside of your home and make sure the intake and exhaust vents for furnaces and heating appliances are free of ice, snow, debris. |
Do you have a minute to watch this video? It might save your life. Firefighter Kyle shares information on smoke alarms and helpful tips to keep you and your family fire safe.