Retired PC Meers took a break from his hike of the Appalachian Trail to visit KFR Crews today.  🪓 During his visit, DC Donaldson, DC Carter, and ADC Carscallen had the privilege of presenting Tom with his ceremonial retirement axe.  Congrats and best of luck on your next trip!

May 1st is #FirstResponderDay in Ontario. Today we recognize the firefighters, fire, police & ambulance dispatchers, paramedics, & police officers dedicating their lives to the service of others. Together they keep our communities safe - thank you @FPSParamedics @KingstonPolice2

Thinking about first responders from this call as they navigate their response to this terrible tragedy. Dispatchers, firefighters, paramedics & police worked tirelessly to save lives & tragically 3 were lost; sending condolences to their families Take care of each other

On #BellLetsTalk day it’s a good reminder to check in with yourself - recognize if you need a break or some support. And check in with your peers and friends. #itsokaytonotbeokay #endstigma #MentalHealthMatters @opffa @iaffcanada

Sending prayers & condolences to the family of Brother Chris Francescone of Belleville Fire where he was an Officer, union leader, mentor & friend to all. Chris worked fiercely for the @opffa as DVP & Sec/Treas. Your passion & dedication won’t be matched, Rest Easy Brother #LODD

Today we pause to #honour the courage & sacrifice of all who have and continue to serve in the armed forces. We #remember the lives given in the name of freedom & the families who stood behind them. #lestweforget2024 #freedom #Canada @opffa @iaffcanada

🚨Know CO. Carbon Monoxide is a silent Killer. No Taste, No Sound, No Smell. It’s the law to have CO alarms in all homes with fuel-burning appliances, fireplaces, or attached garages. 🚗🏠 Test CO Alarms monthly and change the batteries once a year. #KnowCOSafety #COSafety

Tonight our clocks go ahead back, but before that: > change the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors > check the date in your detectors, replace them after 10 years >check the pressure in your fire extinguishers #WorkingDetectorsSaveLives #FireSafety #ygk

OH DEER! Yesterday fire crews responded to St Mary’s Church in #ygk to help this little guy out of a tight spot. Our Communications Technicians made all the right calls and with the help of @ONresources he was relocated to a much safer spot! #MoreThanFires @opffa @IAFFCanada

🛑 Your family’s safety depends on the choices you make today. Test your smoke alarms every month and replace them every 10 years to ensure they’re ready to protect when it matters. Don’t wait for a fire to find out they don’t work—take action now. #FirePreventionWeek

We will never forget the acts of courage, the compassion that strangers showed one another & the lives lost on 9/11 as well as those who suffered following 9/11. We will continue to mark this day with respect & reverence as we honour their sacrifices. #911 #NeverForget911

Today the @MemorialRide supporting @CanFirefighters memorial began from Hamilton. We are proud to have 2 KFR members as part of the 67 in the ride, FF Kyle Anderson & Retired FF Mike Ebacher. Ride strong & be safe until we see you in #ygk Thursday before the final leg to Ottawa.

We hope that everyone enjoyed a Happy & Safe #LabourDayWeekend Thank you to our members on shift today and thank you to the #LabourMovement for the benefits our unionized members have today #UnionStrong #LabourDay #Workers #UnionProud @IAFF @IAFFCanada @opffa

#Firefighter survival training or #maydayprevention training ensures firefighters have the skills to rescue themselves and their team. Thanks to the @IAFFofficial and @opffa for the training. #everyonegoeshome #safetyfirst #FGS

Excited to have members of the KPFFA trained in Mayday Survival Training with the @IAFFofficial program and @opffa equipment. #everyonegoeshome #maydayprevention

Happy National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week to our skilled & dedicated Telecommunicators. The first line of response in an emergency, dispatching help & ensuring the safety of responding firefighters. Our calm & confident #HerosInHeadsets @KtownFire @IAFFofficial

There are planned road closures in place today to allow emergency vehicles dedicated access to areas of #ygk consider taking public transit. Todays #EclipseSolar2024 will bring many visitors please be patient & safe #TotalEclipse

(2/2) On Monday, due to the Causeway closure: 👉Hwy2 to be closed west of Hwy15 once Fort Henry parking is full 👉SB vehicles on Hwy15 will be directed east on Hwy2 👉WB vehicles on Hwy2 will be directed NB on Hwy15 👉Local Barriefield traffic will be via Wellington St at Hwy15

(1/2) ICYMI: 👉Market St now closed King St->Ontario St 👉 Lane restrictions on SJA will begin at 12:01am on Apr. 8 👉 King St from Barrie St->Mowat St and SJA from Union St->King St will be closed at 7:30am Apr. 8

Firefighters are dedicated to the communities they serve, municipalities and employers responsible for the health & safety of firefighters need to be dedicated to those responsibilities, providing appropriate equipment and training. @iaff @opffa #LODD