Articles for category Fire & Emergency
Sunday, October 6, 2024
This year's theme is Smoke Alarms! It seems so simple, it seems commonplace, but unfortunately our fire crews do encounter homes that are at risk. What should everyone be doing: First, you NEED to have a smoke detector in your house. And not just one!!! Install smoke detectors in every bedroom, or Read More...
Monday, September 30, 2024
Update as of October 1, 2024 10:00 a.m.Rocky View County is not involved in this incident and does not have further updates. Please contact HWN at info@hwnenergy.com for interview requests.News and Resources Archives - Hawthorne Energy Read More...
Thursday, September 26, 2024
This year's theme is Smoke Alarms! It seems so simple, it seems commonplace, but unfortunately our fire crews do encounter homes that are at risk. What should everyone be doing: First, you NEED to have a smoke detector in your house. And not just one!!! Install smoke detectors in every bedroom, or Read More...
Thursday, August 1, 2024
Rocky View County is ramping up its fire prevention efforts by expanding the Fire Prevention Branch, bringing additional awareness through public education, business inspections and fire investigations. This initiative emphasizes the importance of information to prevent fire disasters and ensure the Read More...
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
We are closely monitoring the Bighorn Wildfire (#CWF-057). No immediate action is required for Rocky View County residents at this time. However, air quality may be impacted. Those with respiratory or cardiovascular conditions, children, the elderly, and those engaged in strenuous outdoor activities Read More...
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Rocky View County is the first municipality to have a formalized agreement with the Distress Centre Calgary. This agreement allows the organizations to work together to provide information to residents and concerned citizens during and after an emergency, crisis or disaster in our county. By Read More...
Thursday, June 6, 2024
UPDATE #3 @ 8:30 P.M. Final. The fire in Springbank has been contained and extinguished as of 8:00 p.m. Fire crews will stay on site throughout the evening to monitor for hot spots. Thank you to the Springbank community for your cooperation, it played a crucial role in our safe and effective Read More...
Thursday, June 6, 2024
Rocky View County remains unaffected by the water main break in Calgary. However, in regional solidarity and consideration of the situation, we are supporting our neighbours in Calgary, Airdrie, and Chestermere, and are on standby, ready for any potential requests for support. There are no boil Read More...
Monday, May 6, 2024
On Sunday, May 26, from 10 am to 12 pm, DMC Stables in collaboration with Rocky View County Fire Services will be conducting a unique and specialized emergency preparedness session tailored for community members who own barns and livestock. Recognizing the paramount importance of disaster planning Read More...
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
On May 8th, the Government of Canada will send test alerts on behalf of Alberta, British Columbia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nunavut, Quebec, and Saskatchewan. Emergency Management Organizations (EMOs) from other provinces will issue their own test alerts. In any case, only one test Read More...
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Due to improving conditions, Rocky View County Fire Services has lifted its Fire Advisory for Rocky View County.Effective immediately, there are no fire advisories or bans in Rocky View County, and permit burning is allowed. Always follow safe burning practices.Please note that while the Fire Read More...
Thursday, April 11, 2024
Due to current conditions, Rocky View County Fire Services has issued a FIRE ADVISORY for all of Rocky View County, effective immediately. This advisory represents a moderate fire risk and will remain in effect as long as conditions remain. During a FIRE ADVISORY, all burning & fireworks permits Read More...
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
The provincial government has available the draft flood hazard maps meant to improve public safety, support emergency management, and help build safer and more resilient communities over the long term. Albertans are being asked to share your thoughts and provide feedback on the draft flood hazard Read More...
Friday, December 8, 2023
Rocky View County Fire Services is proud to be part of the spirt of Christmas giving, sharing and caring! Until December 21, there are donation boxes at a number of Rocky View County’s fire stations for anyone to drop off new, unused, unwrapped gifts. This is the 7th year Rocky View County Fire Read More...
Sunday, October 22, 2023
UPDATE #3 - Situation ResolvedRocky View County has been closely monitoring the situation in the neighbouring Town of Cochrane regarding the recent water incident. We are providing this final update to address any lingering concerns and to inform our residents that the situation has now been Read More...