Captain of Fire Prevention and Investigation Roy Nolan tells CHSJ News that the public is encouraged to tip off the fire department to hazards in the area.
Saint Johners are also advised to test smoke alarms, maintain heaters and chimneys in time for the heating season, and sleep with bedroom doors closed.
The Fire Department is hosting displays of fire safety equipment today at Canadian Tire locations on Fairville Boulevard and Westmoreland Road.
