CHATHAM-KENT (October 15, 2024) This Saturday, on October 19th, Chatham-Kent Fire & Rescue (CKFR) will be hitting the streets for CHiRP Day in CK. Firefighters from all 19 fire stations will actively engage with the community by going door-to-door and requesting permission to enter residents' homes to check smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.
The CHiRP program, provided by Chatham Kent Fire & Rescue, offers valuable fire safety education to residents within the comfort of their own homes. During the safety checks, firefighters will carefully examine, test, and replace smoke and carbon monoxide alarms as needed.
“We do more than just check alarms,” explains Community Safety Officer Whitney Burk. “We talk to residents about their safety needs, and I can’t emphasize enough the simplicity, effectiveness, and cost-free nature of the CHiRP Checks, the entire process typically takes no more than 10-15 minutes and is reassurance that you and your loved ones are safeguarded against fire and carbon monoxide dangers.
To generate awareness about the event, firefighters have visited schools throughout the municipality this month as part of Fire Prevention Month. They have been distributing promotional items and educating students about fire safety practices.
If you are interested in scheduling a CHiRP Home Safety Check, you can make a request by visiting ckfire.ca or by calling 519-360-1998.
Keep an eye out for fire trucks on local streets on October 19th, as it marks the official CHiRP Day in CK.