Tiny Fire Launches Home Safety Audit Booking Portal

Tiny Township Fire and Emergency Services has launched an online booking system for free Home Fire Safety Audits to help residents improve safety at homes and cottages in Tiny, Ontario, while nearby Georgian Bluffs crews recently responded to a structure fire that sent three people to hospital.

According to Tiny Fire, the upgraded portal explains the audit program and streamlines appointments. The service has operated since 2015 and provides visits from two firefighters who test alarms and identify hazards.

Firefighters assess smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, electrical safety near outlets and water sources, emergency exits, visible 911 address signs, and dryer and dryer vent safety during the audits, according to Tiny Fire.

According to Tiny Fire, emergency crews often find homes with missing, expired, damaged, or non-functioning smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. The audit program is intended to help residents address these issues before emergencies happen.

Tiny Fire Director of Fire and Emergency Services/Fire Chief Dave Flewelling said the program focuses on education and assistance for residents.

"We really want our community to know that the Home Fire Safety Audit program is designed to help provide fire safety and prevention education without the fear of residents getting in trouble. Our firefighters are simply there to assist making your home a safer place for you and your family," said Dave Flewelling, Director of Fire and Emergency Services/Fire Chief.

Residents can schedule a Home Fire Safety Audit through the Township's fire services website or by calling 705-322-1161, according to Tiny Fire.

Separately, Grey Bruce OPP, Inter Township Fire Department, and Grey County EMS responded to a structure fire in Georgian Bluffs. Three people were transported to a local hospital with minor injuries.

Authorities closed Presqu’ile Road between Grey Road 1 and Macintosh Drive, as well as Macintosh at Indira Avenue, during the response. OPP advised residents to stay indoors and close windows because of smoke.