off location. You can find drop-off locations near you at rpra. ca/where-to-recycle. “These batteries don’t belong in your garbage or regular recycling, where they pose a risk of fire and explosion that puts waste management staff at risk,” Chief Toth emphasizes. “Make sure you dispose of them properly.” And while you’re thinking about fire safety, don’t forget one of the simplest, most effective tools: your smoke alarm. “Test them monthly and replace the batteries if needed,” Chief Toth urges. “I can’t stress it enough, working smoke alarms save lives.” About Middlesex Centre Fire Services: When emergencies happen, MCFS is there to protect the lives and property of the residents in our community. MCFS operates five fire stations staffed by over 100 professionally trained, paid-on-call firefighters (“volunteer firefighters”) with four full-time headquarter staff. Firefighters at the Delaware Station serve that community as well as Komoka and Kilworth. If you’d like to learn more about MCFS or have any fire safety questions, call us at 519- 666-0190 ext. 5266, email firehq@middlesexcentre.ca or visit middlesexcentre.ca/fire. Photos courtesy of Middlesex Fire Services
Fire Prevention Week 2025: Charge into Fire Safety This year, Fire Prevention Week (October 5 to 11) is focused on a modern fire risk hiding in plain sight: lithium-ion batteries. Found in everything from smartphones to scooters, these rechargeable devices make life easier, but if mishandled they can spark serious danger. “Lithium-ion batteries are incredibly useful, but you need to treat them with care,” says Fire Chief Colin Toth of Middlesex Centre Fire Services (MCFS). “It’s important that you buy, charge and recycle these batteries properly.” First, buy smart by purchasing batteries and devices from reputable manufacturers and retailers, and look for safety certification marks on the batteries, such as UL, ETL, or CSA. “Cheap batteries might seem like a deal, until they become a danger,” Chief Toth warns. Second, charge safely. Always use the cords and chargers that came with your phone or other device and follow any instructions that were included. Don’t overcharge your device – unplug it or remove the battery when it’s complete. Also, make sure to charge your device on a hard surface. “Don’t charge on your bed or couch,” says Chief Toth. “Fires can start that way, and they spread fast.” Third, dispose of your batteries properly. Never throw lithium-ion batteries in the trash. Take them to a battery recycling drop-
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