Monday, March 29, 2021
18:52 Hours – Fire fighters responded to a carbon monoxide (CO) activation on Main St in Glen Williams. On scene fire staff entered the home, and using detectors had readings of 100 ppm. Fire staff determined the boiler system was the cause of the CO. The homeowner was advised to call their boiler company to repair the system.
Wednesday, March 31, 2021
12:38 Hours – Fire fighters responded to an alarm activation on Ainley Trail. While enroute fire was advised this was a false alarm. On scene fire staff confirmed the false alarm with the homeowner and cleared the scene.
23:28 Hours – Fire fighters responded to a carbon monoxide (CO) activation on Forsyth Cres. On scene fire staff entered the home, and using detectors found readings of CO. Fire staff investigated and found that the furnace was the cause for the CO readings. Power to the furnace was shut off and the homeowner was advised to contact a repair technician before turning back on.
Thursday, April 1, 2021
15:50 Hours - Fire fighters responded to an alarm activation on Lindsay Crt. On scene fire staff met with the building personnel who advised that a resident had activated a pull station. Fire staff confirmed the false alarm and reset the pull station and the panel. No further concerns.
18:11 Hours – Fire fighters responded toa carbon monoxide (CO) activation on Metcalfe Court. On scene fire staff entered the home, and using detectors found zero readings throughout. Fire staff determined the detector was faulty and replaced with a new one. No further concerns.
Friday, April 2, 2021
14:43 Hours – Fire fighters responded to a burn complaint on Hyland Ave. On scene fire staff met with the homeowner who did not have a valid burn permit and was burning during a burn ban. The fire was extinguished, and the burn permit process was explained for any future burns.
15:38 Hours – Fire fighters responded to an alarm activation on Main St N in Acton. On scene fire staff met with the homeowner who advised that burnt food had caused the alarm to activate. Fire staff confirmed the false alarm and cleared the scene.
Saturday, April 3, 2021
12:25 Hours – Fire fighters responded to an ambulance assist on Dublin Line in Acton. While enroute fire was advised they were no longer required.
17:12 Hours – Fire fighters responded to the report of a possible structure fire on 22 Sideroad in Acton. While enroute fire staff were advised this was a grass fire and was close to a garage with motor bikes. Upon arrival it was immediately evident the bulk of the fire had been extinguished. Fire staff extinguished the remaining flames with no further concerns.
17:14 Hours – Fire fighters responded to an ambulance assist on Hamilton Cres. While enroute fire was advised they were no longer required.
Sunday, April 4, 2021
16:47 Hours – Fire fighters responded to the report of a motor vehicle collision on River Dr. Halton Regional Police and Halton Regional Paramedics were on scene and advised fire was not required.
16:49 Hours – Fire fighters responded to the report of a motor vehicle collision on Fallbrook Trail. On scene fire staff found a single vehicle had struck a hydro pole. Fire staff requested Halton Hills Hydro and Halton Regional Police to attend on scene. Fire staff inspected the vehicle and found no fire or smoke. Scene was turned over to Halton Regional Police with no further concerns.
Monday, April 5, 2021
22:02 Hours – Fire fighters responded to a burn complaint on Storey Dr in Acton. On scene fire staff met with the homeowner who did not have a valid burn permit. The fire was extinguished, and the burn permit process was explained for any future burns.
Tuesday, April 6, 2021
08:22 Hours – Fire fighters responded to an ambulance assist on 5 Sideroad. On scene fire staff provided patient care until Halton Regional Paramedics arrived.
12:43 Hours – Fire fighters responded to an alarm activation on Steeles Ave. On scene fire staff met with security who accompanied staff to the alarm room where the system was being worked on. Fire staff confirmed the false alarm and cleared the scene.
16:55 Hours – Fire fighters responded to the report of a motor vehicle collision in the area of Guelph St and Hall Rd. Halton Regional Police and Halton Regional Paramedics were on scene upon arrival and advised fire was not required.
Wednesday, April 7, 2021
12:28 Hours – Fire fighters responded to the report of a possible structure fire on Armstrong Ave. On scene fire staff met with building personnel who advised that the air compressor machine was smoking. Fire staff extinguished all traces of fire from the compressor with no further concerns.
16:50 Hours – Fire fighters responded to the report of an oven fire on Regional Road 25 in Acton. On scene fire staff met with the homeowner who advised they had extinguished the fire using a portable fire extinguisher. Fire staff confirmed the fire was extinguished with no extension. No further concerns.
20:20 Hours – Fire fighters responded to the report of a possible grass fire in the area of View Point Circle and Miller Dr. On scene fire staff located a smoldering fire in the ravine and extinguished the fire.
Thursday, April 8, 2021
18:51 Hours - Fire fighters responded to an alarm activation on Eighth Line. While enroute fire was advised this was a carbon monoxide (CO) activation in the detached garage. On scene fire staff met with the homeowner who advised the alarm had activated while moving cars around. Fire staff confirmed there were no concerns and cleared the scene.
19:16 Hours – Fire fighters responded to the report of a structure fire on Chaplin Cres. Upon arrival on scene fire staff were met with heavy smoke and flames through the roof. Fire staff extinguished the fire. The fire occurred on the second floor and appeared to originate in the master bathroom. Damage to the home and contents is estimated at $750,000. The Ontario Fire Marshal was contacted to attend on scene.
19:43 Hours – Fire fighters responded to a burn complaint on Dublin Line in Acton. On scene fire staff found a small unattended fire located at the end of a driveway. Fire staff extinguished the fire with no concerns.
Friday, April 9, 2021
18:24 Hours – Fire fighters responded to an alarm activation on Princess Anne Dr. On scene fire staff met with building personnel who advised that a resident had activated a pull station. Fire staff reset the station with no further concerns.
Saturday, April 10, 2021
14:04 Hours – Fire fighters responded to the report of a grass fire on Eighth Line. On scene fire staff found a fire in the ditch that had spread to a farmers field. The fire was extinguished with no further concerns.
16:22 Hours – Fire fighters responded to the report of a motor vehicle collision in the area of Delrex Blvd and Mountainview Rd S. Halton Regional Police and Halton Regional Paramedics were on scene upon arrival. Fire staff stabilized the vehicles and cleared the scene.
16:26 Hours – Fire fighters responded to a burn complaint on Elgin St. On scene fire staff met with the homeowner, who did have a valid burn permit, however, the fire was producing a lot of smoke. The fire was extinguished with no further concerns.
16:42 Hours – Fire fighters responded to the report of an oven fire on Eaton St. Upon arrival on scene, smoke could be seen coming from the home. Fire staff entered the home and confirmed the fire was extinguished, with no fire extension to other areas of the home. Fire staff disconnected power to the stove and kitchen area. No further concerns.
18:14 Hours – Fire fighters responded to a burn complaint on Sixth Line in Limehouse. On scene fire staff met with the homeowner who did not have a valid burn permit. The fire was extinguished and the burn permit process was explained for any future burns.
18:31 Hours – Fire fighters responded to a burn complaint on Dawkins Cres in Acton. On scene fire staff met with the homeowner who did have a valid burn permit and were burning within the conditions of their permit. No further concerns.
Weekly Safety Message
It’s important to inspect and clean all bathroom exhaust fans. When cleaning, remove the fan cover to clean and remove lint from around the motor. Please remember that bathrooms fans should only be used for brief periods of time and all fans should be turned off as soon as you leave the bathroom.
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, with 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. Visit haltonhills.ca
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