Fire and Emergency Services

Fort Erie Fire

Public Fire Education

The Fort Erie Fire Department is committed to educating residents of Fort Erie about fire prevention and safety.

Open Air Burning

We have created fair and easy-to-follow rules to have a recreational fire. The primary purpose of this By-Law is to reduce burning complaints and ensure a safer community.

Emergency Preparedness

By taking a few simple steps, you can become better prepared to face a range of emergencies and minimize the impact on yourself and your family.

Volunteer Firefighters

Volunteers chose the Fire Department to serve the community, enjoy the camaraderie of working and having fun with a great group of people, and broaden their skills and improve their career opportunities.

Volunteer Firefighting

Become a volunteer firefighter in Fort Erie and support your community with trained emergency response. You learn essential skills, work with experienced crews and help protect people and property. The role builds confidence, teamwork and service. Your commitment strengthens safety in every neighbourhood and provides meaningful impact where it matters.

Learn more about Volunteer Firefighting

Emergency Planning

Emergency preparedness helps you protect your household during storms, outages and unexpected events. Prepare a 72-hour kit with water, food, medicines, flashlights and documents so you can stay safe without support. Having a clear plan, reliable alerts and regular practice strengthen your ability to respond and recover quickly during emergencies.

Build your 72-hr Emergency Kit

Open-Air Burning

Open-air burning rules help you reduce fire risk and protect nearby homes. Follow permit requirements, weather conditions and safe setback distances before starting any fire. Clear guidelines support the responsible use of outdoor spaces. Safe practices keep smoke low, prevent spread and help emergency crews focus on real hazards.

Learn about Open-Air Burning

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