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Timmins Fire Department Implements City-Wide Fire Ban 
Effective immediately, the Timmins Fire Department has issued a city-wide fire ban due to lack of precipitation and extremely dry conditions.

This ban applies to all areas within the municipal boundaries of the City of Timmins and will remain in effect until further notice.

Under the Fire Ban, all open-air burning and open flames are prohibited, including:
• All burning permits are suspended
• Campfires
• Outdoor fireplaces
• Outdoor fire pits
• Incinerator burning
• Brush and slash pile burning

Propane-fueled fire pits and propane or natural gas barbecues are permitted and may continue to be used with caution.

Residents are reminded that any person who sets or maintains an open-air fire during the Fire Ban may be held responsible for any resulting damages, suppression costs, and may be subject to fines and other penalties.

The Timmins Fire Department appreciates the public's cooperation in helping reduce the risk of wildfire and protect our community during these hazardous conditions.

For additional information or questions regarding the Fire Ban, please contact the Timmins Fire Department.
Posted by Amanda Dyer  On Jun 04, 2026 at 10:03 AM
  
Timmins Fire Department Responds to Fire at Deloro Landfill 
At approximately 6:59 p.m. on Sunday, May 24, 2026, the Timmins Fire Department responded to a fire at the Deloro Landfill on Pine St. S.

Crews from Station 5 were dispatched following reports of black smoke visible along Pine St. S. Firefighters arrived to find a large fire at the landfill site. Additional tankers from Stations 1, 3, and 4 responded to the scene.

Waste operators assisted crews during suppression efforts with heavy equipment. The fire was fully contained. The Timmins Fire Department wishes to remind the public of the importance of staying away from emergency scenes. Increased traffic becomes a hazard for emergency vehicles when required to shuttle water.
Posted by Amanda Dyer  On May 25, 2026 at 10:05 AM
  
Timmins Fire Department Kicks-Off Annual Home Inspection Program 
Fire crews across the city will begin their annual Home Inspection Program, going door-to -door from May through October to ensure all residences have working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, and discussing home escape plans with residents.

The Ontario Fire Code requires all residences to have working smoke alarms on every level of the home and outside sleeping areas. New in 2026, the Ontario Fire Code also requires working carbon monoxide alarms on every level of a home if there is a fuel-burning appliance, fireplace, attached garage, or air for heating comes from a fuel-burning appliance not contained within the residence.

The Timmins Fire Department wants to make sure all homes are well protected and residents are prepared in the event of an evacuation. Educating and preparing the public is the first line of defence against home fires.

Learn more about fire prevention and emergency management at: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/emergency_services/timmins_fire_department
Posted by Amanda Dyer  On May 20, 2026 at 10:11 AM
  
Crews Contain Two-Storey Residential Fire in Schumacher 
On Monday, February 16, 2026, the Timmins Fire Department responded to a structure fire on Lion’s Crest Lane in Schumacher. Crews from Stations 3 and 5 responded to the 2-storey, multi-unit residential structure with fire visible from the back of the building.

First-arriving crews began an aggressive attack on the second-floor unit to ensure no occupants remained inside. Residents from the main floor and basement units had safely evacuated prior to fire department arrival. Once crews confirmed that all occupants had vacated the structure, operations transitioned to a defensive attack due to rapid fire spread and structural instability. Additional crews from Station 1 were requested to provide aerial apparatus support.

The fire was brought under control at approximately 11:00 p.m. Timmins Fire Department investigators remain on the scene to gather evidence and determine the cause. At this time, there is no reason to believe the fire is suspicious.

The Timmins Fire Department reminds the public to ensure that working smoke alarms are installed on all levels of their home and outside of sleeping areas. It is important to have a home escape plan, including a meeting area, and practice the plan with your family.
Posted by Amanda Dyer  On Feb 17, 2026 at 10:51 AM
  
Structure Fire at Industrial Complex on Laforest Road 
The Timmins Fire Department responded to a structure fire at an industrial complex located on Laforest Rd. on Sunday, December 14, 2025 at approximately 4:00 a.m.

Fire crews encountered heavy smoke and flames coming from the rear of the building and initiated an aggressive attack in an effort to slow the spread of the fire; however, the fire had already entered the roof structure and rapidly spread throughout the building.

Water supply operations were supported by tanker shuttles from Airport Rd. All Timmins Fire Department tankers were deployed to maintain adequate water supply. No injuries were reported. The fire was brought under control at approximately 2:00 p.m. Sunday afternoon.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation. The Timmins Fire Department and the Office of the Fire Marshal will be conducting the investigation with the assistance of Timmins Police Service.
Posted by Amanda Dyer  On Dec 15, 2025 at 9:34 AM
  
New Carbon Monoxide Alarm Requirements in Effect January 1, 2026 

The Timmins Fire Department is reminding residents of the importance of maintaining their carbon monoxide (CO) alarms and fuel-burning appliances. Legislative changes to the Ontario Fire Code will take effect on January 1, 2026, aimed at enhancing safety in homes, residential buildings, and care occupancies. Residents and building owners are encouraged to enact these changes as soon as possible for additional safety.

Effective January 1, 2026, all existing homes including detached, semi-detached houses, townhouses, cottages, and any dwelling with a fuel-burning appliance (furnace, water heater, or stove that uses natural gas, propane, oil or wood), fireplace, or attached garage must have:

  • A CO alarm installed next to each sleeping area.
  • A CO alarm on every floor (storey) without a sleeping area

CO alarms are required even in homes where air for heating comes from a fuel-burning appliance located outside the dwelling. The updated regulation applies to single-family homes, multi-unit buildings (both low-rise and high-rise), and dwelling units/ suites located directly above, below, or beside a service room containing a fuel-burning appliance. The updated regulations also apply to care occupancies.

Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colourless, and potentially lethal gas often called the "silent killer." Without a proper alarm, exposure is undetectable. The expanded requirements help ensure all residents receive early warning of CO danger, giving occupants time to escape safely.

The Timmins Fire Dept. is urging everyone to check existing CO alarms, make necessary upgrades, replace batteries as needed, and ensure annual inspection of fuel-burning appliances by licensed professionals. A CO alarm sounds different than a smoke alarm. Test both alarms every month and make sure everyone in your home knows the difference between the two alarm sounds.

If a CO alarm sounds and an occupant is suffering from any exposure symptoms, immediately exit the home and call 911. If no symptoms are experienced ensure the alarm does not need new batteries and is not expired before calling 911.

For further information or assistance with CO and smoke alarm requirements, contact the Timmins Fire Department at 705-360-2626
Posted by Amanda Dyer  On Dec 01, 2025 at 2:29 PM
  
 
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