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One dead in refinery fire This port city is home to Canada's largest oil refinery, which is operated by the Irving family. The company had a fatality-free operation for more than thirty years until an explosion and fire took the life of a 41-year-old worker the morning of June 9, 1998. Full Story Annex awarded NFPA rights The nonprofit National Fire Protection Association has awarded Canadian distribution rights to Annex Publishing and Printing Inc., and the Fire Fighting in Canada Book Division. Full Story Kitchener unveils Direct Detect Although it is still in the initial stages, fire prevention officer John Coish has no doubt that the Kitchener Fire Department's Direct Detect program will save lives and prevent property damage. In an emergency, Coish says the difference of a minute or two can mean the difference between life and death. Full Story Dealing with Y2K head on Taking the leadership role in planning for Y2K problems offers an opportunity for the fire service to trouble-shoot and polish the public image. Full Story Ice storm aftermath The ice storm of 98 is long over but in many communities there are still piles of dead limbs and branches collected by the town crews. One such community is Saint Lazare, Que. in the southwest sector of the province. Full Story |
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