Fire

Atikokan Fire Rescue

Statement on June 9, 2021 Fire Event:

On the evening of June 9, 2021 Atikokan Fire Rescue responded to a large fire, and would like to inform the public that the fire was extinguished at approximately 6:30 AM June 10, 2021. Atikokan Fire Rescue in conjunction with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry continue to monitor the area for hot spots. Residents will notice increased helicopter activity in the area which is normal following a fire of this size. There is no immediate threat to public safety at this time.

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Mission Statement

It is the commitment of the Atikokan Fire Rescue to maintain the quality of life in our community by preventing or minimizing injury and loss of life and property from fire or other emergencies by providing protection through EDUCATION, PREVENTION, and SUPPRESSION and other limited life saving services.
 

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Or call the Fire Chief at 807-597-1234 ext. 228


ATIKOKAN'S NEW FIRE TRUCK - August 1, 2013

Under the direction of Fire Chief Graham Warburton and a volunteer force of twenty-four, the primary goal of the Atikokan Fire Rescue is to provide fire protection and rescue service through a range of programs designed to protect the lives and property of the inhabitants from the adverse effects of fire, sudden medical emergencies, or exposure to dangerous conditions created by man or nature.

By-Law No. 34-12 Establish and Regulate a Fire Department