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Fire Prevention Week

Welcome to the Muskoka Lakes Fire department. The administration office is located in the Municipal Office at 1 Bailey Street, Port Carling, ON. The Township of Muskoka Lakes volunteer part-time fire department is on call 24 hours a day to respond to emergency situations. The Muskoka Lakes Fire Department consists of one Fire Chief, one Deputy Fire Chief, one Fire Prevention Officer and Part-time Fire Fighters (130 - 160) There are 10 fully equipped fire stations located throughout the Township of Muskoka Lakes. The Muskoka Lakes fire-fighters are well trained in fire-fighting, medical first response, auto extrication and water - ice rescue.

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If you or someone you are with is in danger, needs immediate help, or is in a life-threatening situation, please call 9-1-1 right away.

  • Non-emergency number: 705-765-3156
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The Muskoka Lakes Fire Department offers a variety of ways to stay connected and keep informed through social media! 'Follow' us on Twitter and 'Like' us on Facebook to stay up to date on the latest happenings in our community!

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