Fire and Rescue

Fire Chief Chuck Pedersen's 2007 Holiday News Release

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Asphodel-Norwood 2007 Open Air Burning By-Law Highlights

By-Law 2007-45 - Being a By-Law to regulate Open Air Burning in the Township of Asphodel-Norwood

Any feedback, comments or concerns would be welcome. Please contact Fire Chief Chuck Pedersen at 639-5412 or by email at cpedersen@asphodelnorwood.com

Emergency Prepardness Checklist
In an emergency situation, ease your mind by ensuring your home has these essential items in an emergency preparedness kit.

Water - store four and a half litres of water per person / per day. Two and a half litres for drinking anf two litres for food preparation / sanitation. Ensure there is at least a three-day supply of water. Change stored water and food supply every six months so it stays fresh.

Food - store a minimum three-day supply per person of non-perishable foods: ready to eat canned meats, fruits and vegetables, canned juices, high energy foods (e.g. peanut butter and jelly with crackers, granola bars), vitamins, comfort/stress foods (e.g. chocolate) and a loaf of bread frozen in the freezer to defrost for sandwiches. Remember: keep all items in air-tight plastic bags in an easy to carry container.

First Aid Kit - assemble a kit including: sterile gauze pads and bandages in various sizes, surgical tape, scissors, tweezers, moistened towelettes, antisceptic, latex gloves, soap, petroleum jelly, non-prescription drugs such as aspirin, anti-diarrhea medication and antacid. Consult a physician or pharmacist for advice on storing prescription medication.

Tools and Supplies - flashlight and extra batteries, battery operated radio, cash, traveller's cheques, change, non-electric can opener, utility knife, compass, signal flare, pencils, paper, paper plates and plasticware, spare car and house keys and rain ponchos. Always have a telephone that doesn't require electricity to function (most cordless and multi-feature phones will not work in a power outage). Contact list of important numbers, updated regularly to include loved ones and medical professionals.

Sanitation - toilet paper, soap, liquid detergent, clothing, bedding, plastic bucket with tight lid ( this can servce as a waste receptacle if required), plastic garbage bags, sealable plastic bags and disinfectant.

Special Needs - be sure to include items for family members with special needs such as infants, elderly or disabled persons. Keep important family documents in waterproof, portable containers (e.g. birth certificates, recent photos, health card numbers, passports and insurance policies). Have an ample supply of pet food and litter on hand.

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Township of Asphodel - Norwood Fire Departments Mission Statement

"It shall be the goal of the department to utilize its resources to protect the lives and property of the inhabitants and the environment from the adverse effects of fires, sudden medical emergencies or exposure to dangerous conditions created by man or nature; first to the corporation, second to those municipalities requiring assistance through the authorized emergency fire service plan (mutual aid) and third to those municipalities which are provided fire protection services by the department under an authorized agreement." I In order to accomplish this goal the department was mandated to "Provide a range of programs including but not limited to the following."

1.) fire suppression response of all types
2.) emergency medical response, Level A
3.) response to vehicle accidents and extrications
4.) response to farm, home and industrial accidents
5.) response to public hazards
6.) response to hazardour material incidents, awareness level
7.) provision of rescue services in fire and other than fire situations
8.) search and rescue services
9.) disaster and emergency planning
10.) fire cause determination and investigation
11.) fire prevention services and inspections
12.) public education services and programs
13.) level 1 - shore based water rescue

The Department under the direction of the Fire Chief, protects the residents in the Township of Asphodel-Norwood. It is a volunteer - paid on call department with 33 personnel operating from two stations.

Station #1 is located at 27 Alma Street in Norwood and its equipment and apparatus include Rescue #1, Pumper #1 and Tanker #1. This station houses the department's training and administrative offices.

Station #2 is located in Westwood and its euipment and apparatus include Rescue #2, Pumper #2 and Tanker #2.

All department members are alerted to emergencies through an integrated paging system. The system is capable of alerting specific portions or the total personnel from either or both stations, depending on the alarm type. Approximately 25% of our total call volume requires a joint response of certain equipment form both stations.

All Firefighters are trained and certified in Advanced First Aid and C.P.R. The department has also become involved in providing defibrillation services to enhance our capabilities in serving our community. The Firefighters train three times each month to ensure all members are ready to respond to any type of call they may receive. The Firefighters provide Public Education and Fire Prevention to the community by visiting local schools and groups.


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