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Ambulance, Russell & District - Phone 204-773-2125

Fire Department

The Russell Fire Department has approximately 16 volunteer firemen. Coverage by the department includes the Town of Russell, R.M. of Russell, Village of Binscarth, and part of the R.M. Silver Creek. The Fire Department is well stocked with 2 modern fire trucks and a Rescue Unit including the "Jaws of Life" and ambulance transport van.

R.C.M.P. - Phone 773-2105  Website
Administration Line phone: 204-773-3051

The first Russell Royal Canadian Mounted Police detachment was officially opened on April 9, 1932. Two members were stationed here and this was increased to three in 1945. The original detachment office was located on the corner of Memorial and Westbourne. In October 1989, a new office was officially opened on Main Street. There are 8 regular members stationed in Russell and one Public Servant.

 

PUBLIC NOTICE
RESIDENTS OF THE TOWN OF RUSSELL
The Russell Emergency Preparedness Plan requires that the residents of the Town be notified of the actions required should an emergency occur within the Town. 

In case of an emergency, that would require the entire Town of Russell or part of the Town of Russell to evacuated, please note:
1.  Citizens will be notified by the Town of Russell Civic Centre Bell ringing continuously for 15-20 minutes.
2.  As soon as possible the R.C.M.P. vehicles will be driving around with sirens on notifying the citizens; and
3. If time allows there will be notification by telephone.

When you hear this warning please report to the reception centre, which is in the Russell & District Community Centre for registration.

Individuals who may require assistance during an evacuation need to contact the Town of Russell Office as soon as possible and identify themselves so that arrangements can be made to aid them in the event of an emergency.