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Newspaper
Acton Free Press
Location
Acton, Ontario, Canada
Date
Oct 05, 1961
Page
12
Thirty trained Acton volunteer firefighters keep a rural area safe through constant drills and maintenance. The crew balances on call duty with full time jobs, maintaining gear and hall facilities while training weekly to prevent fires and protect life and property.
A Canadian fire service initiative promotes voluntary at‑home safety inspections. Firefighters visit homes by request or municipal program to identify hazards such as flammable liquids and faulty wiring, offering private written reports with no naming of residents. The aim is to prevent fires and protect families, with no cost or tax impact to homeowners.
The Acton Fire Department, capable of handling all fires and emergencies in the Acton area, is an all-volunteer organization with three companies. Deputy Chief Mo Bloloes and Captain of each division lead with Chief Jack Norgton and other ranking officers noted, followed by listed members across C and further companies.
A concise note from a chaperone urges caution about independence. The message stresses that support and supervision remain essential and that ventures should not proceed without companionship or oversight.
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