Severn Fire and Emergency Services has achieved Superior Tanker Shuttle Accreditation. Superior Tanker Shuttle Accreditation is a program of the Fire Underwriters Survey that recognizes a fire department's ability to shuttle water by way of tanker trucks to fight fires in areas without municipal hydrants. This important accreditation means that the department can supply water to areas without hydrants just as effectively as areas with hydrants.
To achieve accreditation, the fire department must be able to provide a continual water supply more than the minimum requirement. This is done through testing and documentation. The test site must be completed within eight kilometers of the fire station(s) and must be at least five kilometers from the water fill site where the tankers are reloaded.
Achievements of the accreditation include:
- flow rate of 2,300 litres per minute of water (exceeding the minimum requirement of 950 litres per minute)
- maintaining the flow of water for two hours, uninterrupted.
This is a demonstration of the readiness and skill of Severn Fire and Emergency Services in responding to a fire event. We are proud of this achievement, and we are proud of our firefighters and staff that make the fire safety of our community their priority. Congratulations to all and thank you for your commitment."
-Mayor Mike Burkett
Many insurance providers recognize Tanker Shuttle Accreditation. The accreditation may provide potential financial benefits to residents, as homes within the Township may be eligible for a reduction in insurance premiums as a result of the accreditation. Residents should contact their insurance agency directly to inquire if they qualify for a rate reduction.
There are four accredited fire stations serving our community in Severn:
- Fire Station 1 located at 3216 South Sparrow Lake Road
- Fire Station 2 located at 3958 Burnside Line
- Fire Station 3 located at 1 Firehall Lane
- Fire Station 4 located at 2060 North River Drive.
To learn more about Severn's Fire and Emergency Services department visit our Fire and Emergency Services page.