MEDIA RELEASE May 25, 2017 For Immediate Release

Weekly Incident Summary May 15-21, 2017 HALTON HILLS, ON – Monday, May 15, 2017 12:16 Hours – Fire fighters responded to a burn complaint on Campbell Court in Acton. On scene fire staff met with the homeowner who did have a valid burn permit but was burning during a burn ban. The fire was extinguished and the homeowner was reminded to check with dispatch for burn ban updates. 15:44 Hours – Fire fighters responded to the report of a vehicle fire on 22 Sideroad. Upon arrival on scene it was noted that there was a white pick-up truck with a small fire coming from the engine compartment and the grass under the front of the truck. Crews quickly knocked down the fire and checked the truck with a thermal imaging camera. It was confirmed the fire was out and there was no more hot spots. Tuesday, May 16, 2017 01:14 Hours – Fire fighters responded to an alarm activation on Vimy Street. On scene fire staff met with building personnel and walked the entire interior of the building and found no problems. No further concerns. 19:15 Hours – Fire fighters responded to an ambulance assist on Dayfoot Drive. While enroute Halton Regional Paramedics advised fire was not required. 19:55 Hours – Fire fighters responded to the report of a BBQ fire on Stonebrook Cres. On scene fire staff met with the homeowner who advised that excessive grease had caught fire. The homeowner shut off the gas to the unit and the fire extinguished itself. The homeowner was advised to clean the appliance before future use. No other damage noted. Wednesday, May 17, 2017 08:31 Hours – Fire fighters responded to the report of a two-vehicle motor vehicle in the area of Regional Road 25 and 32 Sideroad. On scene fire staff assisted with patient care and traffic control. 16:58 Hours – Fire fighters responded to an alarm activation on Tenth Line. On arrival firefighters found the rear of the residence engulfed in flames which had spread to the interior first and second floors as well as the roof/attic space. An aggressive offensive attack was commenced preventing further spread to other portions of the home and also extinguishment of the fire. No one was home at the time of the fire. Due to the extent of damage and value of dollar loss a request for a fire investigator from the Office

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of the Fire Marshal and Emergency Management was requested. The cause of the fire was listed as undetermined with the value of the loss estimated at $500,000. 20:49 Hours – Fire fighters responded to a burn complaint on Guelph St. On scene fire staff met with the homeowner who was advised that due to smoke conditions the fire was to be extinguished. Thursday, May 18, 2017 08:32 Hours - Fire fighters responded to the report of a single-vehicle motor vehicle collision on Trafalgar Road. Halton Regional Police were on scene upon arrival. Fire staff provided patient care and cleared the scene. 09:38 Hours – Fire fighters responded to an alarm activation on Apple Blossom Cr. Prior to arrival fire staff was advised this was a false alarm. On scene fire staff met with the homeowner who advised that their shower had set off the alarm. 19:06 Hours - Fire fighters responded to the report of a two-vehicle motor vehicle collision on Steeles Avenue. Halton Regional Paramedics was on scene upon arrival. Fire staff applied absorbant to leaking fluids and cleared the scene. 20:50 Hours – Fire fighters responded to a public assist on King St. A dog walker heard sounds coming from a water grate. Fire staff checked the area and there were no further sounds while on scene. No concerns. Saturday, May 20, 2017 07:53 Hours – Fire fighters responded to the report of a two-vehicle motor vehicle collision in the area of Mountainview Rd S & Pennington Cr. On scene fire staff assisted with patient care, securing both vehicles and applied absorbant to leaking fluids. 10:38 Hours – Fire fighters responded to an alarm activation on Main St in Glen Williams. On scene fire staff met with an alarm technician who was performing annual testing. No further concerns. 16:57 Hours – Fire fighters responded to the report of a two-vehicle motor vehicle collision on Mountainview Rd S. Halton Regional Paramedics was on scene upon arrival. Fire staff applied absorbant to a small spill and cleared the scene. 21:05 Hours – Fire fighters responded to a burn complaint on Lucinda Place. On scene fire staff met with the owner who did not have a valid burn permit. The fire was extinguished and the burn permit process was explained for any future burns. Sunday, May 21, 2017 14:33 Hours – Fire fighters responded to the report of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle on College St. Halton Regional Paramedics was on scene upon arrival and advised fire was not required. 18:44 Hours – Fire fighters responded to an ambulance assist on Stockman Cres. Regional Paramedics was on scene upon arrival and advised fire was not required.

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Weekly Safety Message Never have a cigarette or an open flame in use where medical oxygen is being used. Medical oxygen can cause materials to ignite easier, burn faster and hotter and can create a large, unexpected fire. About the Town of Halton Hills The Town of Halton Hills, with a population of approximately 60,000, consists of two urban centres, Georgetown and Acton, the Halton Hills Premier Gateway employment area, three hamlets – Glen Williams, Stewarttown and Norval – and several smaller settlements. Halton Hills has long been recognized for its natural beauty, active agricultural community, high quality of life and proximity to major centres, including Brampton, Mississauga and Toronto. The Town is ranked as one of the top small communities in Canada by a national magazine. - 30 For further information contact: Andrea Ireland Administrative Coordinator Halton Hills Fire Department 905-873-2601 Ext. 2124 Email: [email protected]

Weekly Incident Summary - the Town of Halton Hills

May 25, 2017 - 09:38 Hours – Fire fighters responded to an alarm activation on Apple Blossom Cr. Prior to arrival fire staff was advised this was a false alarm.

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