Debert Fire Brigade

05/24/2026

Following the tragic line of duty death of Firefighter Alexandru Uichita on May 21, 2026, we extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones. Likewise we extend condolences to the membership of the Bridgetown Volunteer Fire Department.

The loss of a firefighter in the line of duty is felt across the entire fire service family. Firefighter Uichita’s dedication, courage, and commitment to serving his community will not be forgotten. As volunteer firefighters, we share a unique bond. We answer the same calls, face the same risks, and share the same fundamental drive to protect our communities. When one of us falls, we all grieve.

Rest easy, brother. Your service and sacrifice will always be remembered.

05/23/2026

May 23: In the interest of public safety, domestic burning is NOT permitted in the following counties: Shelburne & Yarmouth

Restricted domestic burning is permitted between the hours of 7:00 P.M and 8:00 A.M in the following counties: Annapolis, Antigonish, Cape Breton Island, Colchester, Cumberland, Digby, Guysborough, Halifax, Hants, Kings, Lunenburg, Pictou, & Queens Counties.

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Please note, there is no domestic burning between 8:00 A.M and 2:00 P.M daily, and restrictions are reassessed and posted everyday at 2:00 P.M; in fire risk season.

The restrictions apply to all open fires, which encompass campfires, fire pits, chimineas, fire bowls, and outdoor wood-burning stoves, along with burn barrels. Additionally, domestic brush burning and industrial burning activities, including those for agricultural purposes and clearing building lots, are subject to these rules. Fire restrictions also apply to provincial, municipal, and private campgrounds, while national parks are governed by Parks Canada. However, the daily fire restrictions do not apply to CSA-approved appliances when used according to the manufacturer's instructions. This includes devices such as barbecues, fire bowls, stoves, and patio heaters that operate on propane, natural gas, or other gases intended for these appliances, with charcoal barbecues permitted only when using briquettes.

To report a wildfire or violations of fire restrictions (including illegal burns), please call 1-800-565-2224, or 9-1-1. The Department of Natural Resources and Renewables (DNR) and/or the local fire department will be notified and dispatched to the location of the fire.

Consumer fireworks are prohibited by the Office of the Fire Marshal when the fire risk map is red. However, professional fireworks companies with permits and appropriate fire equipment and measures are allowed to use fireworks.

Additionally, you must also follow your municipal bylaws.

05/19/2026

This evenings training we reviewed the stowage locations and uses of our growing collection of DeWalt tools. Everything from a driver to a leaf blower to a collection of saws and grinders.

Later we practiced working with a bunch of the tools - cutting glass, sheet metal and other things.

Shout out to I.C. Mac tools as our primary supplier of all things DeWalt.

Many of these purchases are made possible by your ongoing Firefighter 50/50 contributions.

https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/nsfd/129

05/04/2026

May 3rd to 9th is Emergency Preparedness Week. The Colchester Regional Emergency Management Organization encourages residents to know the risks in their area and be prepared by creating an emergency kit that will help get you through the first 72 hours of an emergency or disaster.

Please also note the linked Colchester REMO - Regional Emergency Management Organization page

May 3rd to 9th is Emergency Preparedness Week. The Colchester Regional Emergency Management Organization encourages residents to know the risks in their area and be prepared by creating an emergency kit that will help get you through the first 72 hours of an emergency or disaster.

05/01/2026

04/29/2026

04/29/2026

We've had a busy 24 hours.

It started at 6:45pm yesterday: while preparing for regular training, we got paged for a commerical fire alarm. It took a bit more effort than is 'typical' to clear that call and we started training at 7:30pm.

Training was a ground fire simulation. In this case we we're advancing our wildland fire hose to attack simulated fire (single ply toilet paper) over a significant distance. We deployed 800' of hose during the training.

Fast forward to this morning and a 7:15AM medical call followed by a 9:40AM call for mutual aid tanker and manpower support to a structure fire in the Onslow-Belmont district.

Thanks to our dedicated membership for attending these calls.

We're thankful to the public for giving us space to work, respecting our lights and sirens, and your ongoing financial support.

https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/nsfd/129

04/17/2026

Public Service Announcement:
Air Cadet Glider Operations around the Debert Airport through April and May. Details below:

04/12/2026

There will be Nurse Practitioner Clinic at our hall, tomorrow April 13 from 10am - 2pm. See the poster for details. Tentative dates for upcoming clinics are May 11, 2026 (10-2) and June 15, 2026 (10-2).

04/09/2026

We know the ground is wet - but last year's dead and dried out grass, w**d, leaves and twigs are very much dry and ready to burn.

This afternooon there were at least 6-8 grass/brush fires in Colchester County alone.