Fire Department
Find information about your local fire stations and important fire-related information.
Fire Bans
If there is a fire ban in effect, no fires are allowed, even with a permit. It is your responsibility to check for fire bans. Visit and subscribe to our Fire Ban Notices page for the latest updates or contact our Public Safety and Enforcement Department for fire ban information.
Fire Permits |
To apply for a fire permit, see our Fire Permits page. |
Do You Have a Fire Escape Plan? |
Tips:
Download a Home Fire Escape Plan If you need assistance with understanding this document, please contact the Township of Russell. We are available ensure it is accessible to all. |
Fire and Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarms |
Change your clocks, change your batteries! It is a good habit to replace the batteries in your smoke and CO alarms at the same time as you adjust your clocks for daylight savings time.
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Water Tanker Shuttle Accreditation |
If you own a home or a business near one of our fire stations, you may be eligible for reductions in your insurance premiums.
Request a Copy of the Water Tanker Shuttle Accreditation Certificate |

The Embrun Fire Station is located at 1128 Route 300, Embrun. This station is not staffed full-time. The Embrun Fire Chief is Brian Duhamel. For non-urgent matters, leave a message for the Embrun Fire Station at 613-443-5528 or email fire-dept@russell.ca. If this is an emergency, please call 9-1-1.
The Russell Fire Station is located at 1195 South Russell Road, Russell. This station is not staffed full-time. The Russell Fire Chief is Bruce Armstrong. For non-urgent matters, leave a message for the Russell Fire Station at 613-445-3326 or email fire-dept@russell.ca. If this is an emergency, please call 9-1-1.