Point Edward Fire & Rescue

October 4-10 marks and this years theme is "Charge Into Fire Safety".

Simple steps you take each day can help prevent lithium-ion battery fires.

🔌 Never charge your electronics on a soft surface; use hard, flat surfaces like a table or desk
♨ If your device is feeling hot, starts to swell or is smelling strange - Stop using it!
💻 Unplug your device when its fully charged
🛴 Charge large items like e-scooters, e-bikes and power tools outside, when possible

Focusing on our everyday charging habits can help reduce the risk of lithium-ion battery fires and keep our families and our homes safer!

Another great reminder about the importance of working smoke alarms in your home!

While the loss of your home and the property in it can be devastating, it doesn't compare to an injury or death caused by a fire.

September 28th is "Test Your Smoke Alarm" day in Ontario. It's a reminder that only a working smoke alarm can help you in a fire.

For more information please visit:
https://www.savedbythebeep.ca/

Point Edward Fire & Rescue is on scene at a collision at the corner of Louisa and Alexandra.

Please avoid the area at this time

Sept 17 @ 12:08pm

FYI

911 OUTAGE: OPP has received reports of intermittent 911 outages in parts of the province. The public is urged to call the OPP non-emergency line at 1-888-310-1122, which remains in service, if they are unable to call 9-1-1 and require emergency police services.

OPP continues to respond to calls for service during this outage. The issue is being investigated and further updates will be provided as information becomes available. ^pia
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PANNE DU 911 : La Police provinciale de l’Ontario a reçu des signalements faisant état de pannes intermittentes du service 911 dans certaines régions de la province. Le public est invité à composer le numéro non urgent de la Police provinciale, au 1-888-310-1122, qui reste opérationnel, s’il ne parvient pas à joindre le 9-1-1 et a besoin des services d’urgence de la police.

La Police provinciale de l’Ontario continue de répondre aux appels de service pendant cette interruption. Le problème fait l’objet d’une enquête et des mises à jour seront fournies dès que des renseignements seront disponibles. ^pia

UPDATE: The Bluewater Bridge is now reopened in both directions. Expect delays approaching the Bridge on the Canadian side.

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On Tuesday September 15, 2026 at approximately 6:00 am, Point Edward Fire & Rescue was dispatched to a Vehicle Fire on the Bluewater Bridge.

Firefighters arrived on scene and located a fully engulfed commercial motor vehicle on the westbound lanes of the Bluewater Bridge. Firefighters quickly extinguished the fire which was contained to the cab of the truck. There are no injuries at this time. Firefighters remain on scene extinguishing hot spots and will be working to have the vehicle/trailer removed.

At this time, all westbound lanes of the Bluewater Bridge are closed (Entering USA). Expect a delay westbound 402 at the Bluewater Bridge until the scene is clear. Eastbound lanes (Entering Canada) were initially closed as a precaution and should be fully open shortly.

As we mark Firefighters’ National Memorial Day, we honour the firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty.

We remember those who answered the call to protect others and thank all firefighters who continue to serve communities across Ontario and Canada.

❤️ We honour their courage and commitment.
❤️ We remember their sacrifice and service.
❤️ We stand in gratitude.

On Monday September 7, 2026 at approximately 3:00 pm, Point Edward Fire & Rescue was dispatched to assist on a Water Rescue in the City of Sarnia on Lake Huron.

Point Edward Fire & Rescue responded for a swimmer in distress on Lake Huron in the area of the Cove. Firefighters received an update that the person in distress was unaccounted for. Point Edward has deployed land and marine resources to assist in the search. Sarnia Fire Rescue, Sarnia Police Service, Lambton EMS and the Canadian Coast Guard are operating on scene currently. The Chesterfield Twp. Fire Dept Dive Team and St. Clair County Sheriff's Dive Team from Michigan are responding to assist.

We kindly ask that recreational boaters give emergency responders space during the active search and keep a look out in the general area.

At 9:00 pm, Point Edward Fire & Rescue was cleared from the scene. The scene has been turned over to Sarnia Police Service in relation to any further updates.