Deseronto Firefighters Association

09/08/2026

08/24/2026

🔥 LITHIUM-ION BATTERY SAFETY: CHARGE SMART, STAY SAFE 🔥

Lithium-ion batteries power so much of our daily lives—from our smartphones and laptops to our power tools and e-bikes. While convenient, these high-energy batteries require proper care to prevent overheating and fire hazards.
The Deseronto Firefighters Association wants to remind our community of a few quick, essential safety tips to keep your household safe:

⚡ Use Official Chargers: Stick with manufacturer-approved chargers and cables. Cheap, unbranded alternatives often lack vital auto-shutoff features.

🤔Also if you have to wiggle your wire so your phone charges then it's time to replace the wire

🛏️ Avoid Soft Surfaces: NEVER charge phones, tablets, or laptops on beds, couches, or under pillows. Charge devices on hard, flat surfaces where heat can easily dissipate.

🔌 Unplug When Full: Don't leave devices plugged in indefinitely or leave heavy electronics (like e-bike batteries or power tools) charging unattended overnight.

☀️ Keep Cool: Avoid charging in direct sunlight, hot vehicles, or freezing temperatures. Extreme temperatures degrade and damage battery cells.

🚫 Watch for Warning Signs: If a battery swells, feels excessively hot, smells strange, or makes popping sounds, stop using and charging it immediately.

♻️ Dispose Safely: Never toss lithium-ion batteries into your regular household trash or recycling bins, as they can cause fires in waste trucks. Take old or damaged batteries to a designated hazardous waste drop-off.

Let's work together to keep Deseronto safe! Share this post with friends and family to spread the word. 🧑‍🚒🚒

08/13/2026

🚒 A HUGE THANK YOU to our friends at Greater Napanee Fire Services! 🚒
The Deseronto Fire Department would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the Napanee Fire Department for hosting the Ontario Office of the Fire Marshal (OFM) and their Mobile Live Fire Training Unit (MLFTU).
Hands-on, realistic training opportunities like this are essential for keeping our firefighters sharp, skilled, and ready to respond when our communities need us most. We are grateful for the hospitality and the strong partnership we share with our neighbouring departments.
Together for a safer community! 🔥👨‍🚒👩‍🚒

08/12/2026

🌘🌠☄️🌟 Double Celestial Spectacle Today in Deseronto! and around Ontario🌒☄️

Look up, Ontario! We are getting treated to a rare astronomical double-header today, August 12, 2026. Here is everything you need to know to catch the action right here by the Bay of Quinte.

🌒 Part 1: Partial Solar Eclipse (Early Afternoon)
Before the stars come out, we get a daytime show! A partial solar eclipse is passing over North America today.

**The Timing:** 🕘
The partial eclipse will happen roughly between **12:50 PM and 2:30 PM EDT**, reaching its maximum peak around **1:40 PM EDT**.
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**What to Expect:**🔭
Because the path of totality is far overseas, we will only see a small "bite" taken out of the sun here in Hastings County (roughly 10% to 15% coverage).

⚠️⚠️**How to View Safely:** ⚠️⚠️
You absolutely **MUST** use ISO-certified solar eclipse glasses to look directly at the sun! Regular sunglasses are not safe and will not protect your eyes. 🕶️☀️

2️⃣🌠☄️ Part 2: Perseid Meteor Shower Peak (Tonight!)
Often considered the best meteor shower of the year, the Perseids reach their absolute peak tonight!

**The Conditions:** We are incredibly lucky this year because the peak perfectly coincides with a **New Moon**. That means absolutely no moonlight will wash out the sky, giving us ideal, pitch-black conditions.

**What to Expect:** Under dark skies, you could see anywhere from 50 to 75+ meteors (shooting stars) per hour, including some incredibly bright "fireballs."

**How to View Around Deseronto:**

**Stay local:** Head down to the shores of the Bay of Quinte or find a quiet, rural spot away from the streetlights in town.

**Take a short road trip:** We are so lucky to live close to the **Lennox & Addington Dark Sky Viewing Area** in Erinsville! It is only about a 40-minute drive north (just past Napanee on County Road 41) and is the most southerly dark sky site in Ontario. It will offer an unbeatable view!

**Be patient:** Let your eyes adjust to the dark for at least 20 to 30 minutes. That means putting your phones away! 📱❌ No telescopes or binoculars are needed—just look up!

07/30/2026

Hey everyone!!!! 👋
No It's not a special occasion, no time change —just a simple why not go push the button! 🔘

Fires or a carbon monoxide leak can happen at any time, so why not test your detectors at any time? And there's no time like the present. So what's stopping you?

Take 10 seconds to press and hold the button on your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

It’s quick, easy, and gives you total peace of mind. Go give ’em a test! go push the noise buttons in your hallway. 📢

07/23/2026

⚡ PLANNED POWER OUTAGE NOTICE ⚡

​Hydro One has scheduled a planned power outage to replace hydro poles in the area.

​📅 When: Thursday, July 23, 2026, from 11:00 PM to Friday, July 24, 2026, at 4:00 AM

​📍 Affected Areas: Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory, Tyendinaga Township, and east toward Mount Pleasant and Deseronto.

​👥 Impact: Approximately 1,816 customers.

​Be sure to charge your devices and plan ahead! You can check the Hydro One outage map for live updates
Please check on loved ones, friends and neighbors

https://stormcentre.hydroone.com/?c=PlannedOutagesExternal&o=PlannedOutagesExt

07/15/2026

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: WILDFIRE SMOKE

The surrounding area Fire Departments are receiving an increased number of calls concerning smoky conditions in The region.

Please note there are no active wildfires in our immediate area. Smoke drifting from wildfires in Northern Ontario is causing poor air quality across much of southern Ontario,

If you see flames, smoke coming from a structure, or another emergency, call 9-1-1 immediately.

​⚠️ Air Quality Alert Summary
​Alert Type: Yellow Warning – Air Quality (Moderate impact, High confidence).

​Active Period: From now until 6:00 PM EDT on Wednesday, July 15, 2026.

​The Cause: Wildfire smoke from northwestern Ontario is drifting into southern Ontario, causing poor air quality and reduced visibility. The poor air quality will start tonight and persist through Wednesday.

​🛑 Health & Safety Recommendations
​Limit Outdoor Exposure: Reduce or reschedule strenuous outdoor activities, sports, and events.

​Common Symptoms: You may experience mild eye, nose, or throat irritation, headaches, or a mild cough.
​Severe Symptoms: Seek medical attention immediately if you experience serious symptoms like wheezing, chest pains, or a severe cough.

​High-Risk Groups: Extra precaution should be taken by seniors (65+), pregnant individuals, infants/young children, those with chronic health conditions, and outdoor workers.

Visit Southeast Public Health's website for more information on how to protect your health and stay safe:
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07/04/2026

🚨 LIMITED EDITION CHALLENGE COINS STILL AVAILABLE! 🚨
Missed us at the car show? Don't worry! We still have a select number of our brand-new, limited-edition Challenge Coins available for purchase.

Thank you to the team at Strike Your Coin for their incredible work creating this wonderful piece of history!

Want to own an incredible piece of Deseronto history? We've got you covered!

The Deseronto Firefighters Association is proud to present our custom Challenge Coins. Featuring our official volunteer fire department crest on one side and the iconic Maple Leaf Pumper on the reverse, these beautifully crafted coins are an absolute must-have.

💰 Price: $20 each

❤️ Support a Great Cause
Every single dollar raised from these coins goes directly toward supporting your local fire department and community initiatives.

✉️ How to Order: Quantities are strictly limited! If you are interested in securing your coin before they are gone, please contact us directly:

Email: [email protected]

Messenger: Send us a direct message right here on our page!

07/02/2026

Down at Mill point Park. Waiting for the fireworks