The Prince Rupert Fire Rescue Department (PRFRD) responded to 103 calls in October, including one structural fire.
The only structural fire broke out at Prince Rupert Grain on Ridley Island. The fire caused an estimated $2,500 in damages at a facility valued at $49.5 million. PRFRD also responded to one marine fire, 63 medical incidents and 26 additional fire-related incidents.
In addition to emergency response, the PRFRD also conducted 32 training sessions in October to enhance efficiency and emergency preparedness. Daily equipment inspections were conducted to ensure that the equipment would work as intended.
