Brampton Fire and Emergency Services will be holding several events throughout Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week (Nov. 1 to 7) to educate residents about fire safety and the importance of carbon monoxide awareness.
The week focuses on educating the community on carbon monoxide, the odourless, tasteless, invisible gas that can potentially cause great harm.
This year’s theme is "What you can’t see, smell or taste CAN kill you!" and reiterates the importance of working carbon monoxide alarms, the City of Brampton said in a recent media release.
"Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week is an important reminder for everyone to ensure they have working carbon monoxide alarms installed in their homes," said Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown in the release.
"Carbon monoxide is a silent killer, and having working carbon monoxide alarms in your home can save your life. I encourage residents to join Brampton Fire and Emergency Services at the events they’ll be hosting throughout the community to help raise awareness about carbon monoxide and fire safety," he added.
Events
• Date: Nov. 2
Time: 4 to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Gore Meadows Community Centre
• Date: Nov. 2
Time: 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Location: Home Depot — Airport Road
• Date: Nov. 3
Time: 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Location: Home Depot — Trinity Common
• Date: Nov. 4
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: Bramalea City Centre
• Date: Nov. 6
Time: 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Shoppers World
"Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week is an important week for Brampton Fire and Emergency Services to educate the community on the dangers of carbon monoxide and what they can do to protect themselves,” said Bill Boyes, acting fire chief of Brampton Fire and Emergency Services.
"Every home with fuel-burning appliances and/or an attached garage requires a working carbon monoxide alarm beside all sleeping areas. I want to remind everyone to test carbon monoxide alarms monthly and replace batteries at least once a year. In addition, families should have a home escape plan and practise it twice a year," he added.
For more information on Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week and home escape planning, please visit www.bramptonfire.com.