WHEREAS the Town of The Blue Mountains is committed to the safety of all those who live in and visit the Town; and
WHEREAS fire is a serious public safety concern both locally and nationally, and homes are the locations where people are at greatest risk from fire; and
WHEREAS working smoke alarms save lives by providing early warning of fire; and
WHEREAS the Town of The Blue Mountains Fire Department encourages residents to have a planned and prepared home fire escape plan; and
WHEREAS the Town of The Blue Mountains Fire Department asks its residents to ensure their smoke alarm and carbon monoxide alarms are properly functioning; and
THEREFORE I, Andrea Matrosovs, Mayor of the Town of The Blue Mountains, do hereby proclaim October 8 - 14, 2023, as Fire Prevention Week in the Town of The Blue Mountains.
