Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging is a Superpower!
Fire Prevention Week™ in Brampton is October 4 to 10, 2026. “Charge Into Fire Safety™. Safe Charging Is a Superpower” focuses on the everyday charging habits that can help reduce the risk of lithium-ion battery fires and keep homes and communities safer.
- Use the cord and charger that came with your device or one approved by the manufacturer.
- Charge on a hard, flat surface like a table, desk, or bare floor.
- Unplug your device when it is fully charged.
- Charge large items like e-bikes, scooters, and power tools outside when possible. Do not block exits when charging.
- Stop using your device if it feels very hot, starts to swell, smells strange, leaks, smokes, or makes popping or hissing sounds.
- When on a plane, keep devices where you can see them while charging. Do not charge e-cigarettes or vapes on the plane. Tell a flight attendant if you notice a problem with your device.
Learn More about Lithium-ion Battery Tips
Plug in. Power up. Stay safe
Visit Brampton Fire at the following open houses to learn more about smoke alarms and fire safety:
Fire Prevention Week Kick-off at the Fire/Life Safety Education Centre!
Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026
Location: Fire/Life Safety Education Centre, 225 Central Park Drive
Time: 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Activities: The official launch of Fire Prevention Week includes the following fire safety information, pizza, crafts, tours of the truck, fire extinguisher demonstrations, free give-a-ways, and appearances by Sparky the Fire Dog.
Fire Prevention Week runs from Oct. 4 to 10, with the City of Brampton hosting fire prevention events and activities across the city until Oct. 21.
