Fire and Emergency Services
Welcome to the Muskoka Lakes Fire Department
The Muskoka Lakes Fire Department is dedicated to serving the community with pride and professionalism. Our administrative office is located at the Port Carling Fire Station, 1 Lee Valley Dr, Port Carling, ON.
Our team includes four full-time staff members: the Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief, Fire Prevention Officer, and Administrative Assistant. In addition, 130 part-time firefighters work across 10 stations throughout the Township of Muskoka Lakes.
Our firefighters provide a wide range of essential services, including interior fire suppression, fire suppression from 4 fireboats, wildfire suppression, passenger and commercial vehicle rescue, swift water rescue, watercraft rescue, surface water rescue, ice rescue, elevator rescue, and medical first response.
We are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of the Muskoka Lakes community, both on land and water.
Calling 9-1-1
The Township of Muskoka Lakes Fire Department is on call 24/7.
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
- Forest fire rating: 1-877-847-1577
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Need Help or Support?
If you are experiencing an emergency, call 911 immediately.
Emergency Services
Police, Fire, or Ambulance: Call 911
Always call if someone is in danger, injured, or if you need urgent assistance.
Non-Emergency Support
For non-urgent situations, you can contact the following resources:
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Muskoka Lakes Fire Department – for questions about fire safety, smoke or carbon monoxide alarms, or heating concerns: 705-765-3156
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Township of Muskoka Lakes – for road maintenance, property access, or local service updates: 705-765-3156
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Hydro One – to report a power outage: 1-800-434-1235 or visit online
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211 Ontario – for community services, warming centres, and emergency shelter information: dial 2-1-1 or visit online
Stay Connected
The Muskoka Lakes Fire Department offers a variety of ways to stay connected and keep informed through social media! Stay up to date on the latest happenings in our community.
Contact Us
Township of Muskoka Lakes
1 Bailey St., P.O. Box 129,
Port Carling, ON, P0B 1J0
T: 705-765-3156 F: 705-765-6755
communications@muskokalakes.ca
Office Hours: 8:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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