Montreal's Fire Department: Siren Test & Safety Tips

0:00Montreal's fire department is gearing up for a big siren test on May 6th, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at industrial spots handling toxic chemicals. This drill hits facilities where accidents could release dangerous fumes, making sure nearby folks know the drill for a real crisis. The goal is straightforward. Test each siren one by one, with a rising and falling whale lasting three minutes. Check all gear works right and get. Emergency crews sharp. Those sirens cover the whole danger zone, so expect to hear them loud and clear if you're around. In a true toxic spill, heads up duck into the closest building. Seal doors, windows, vents, skip non-emergency calls except 9-1-1 and leave. Kids at school or daycare were staffs prepped to shelter them safe. Stay alert out there Montreal. From your city, powered by AI, this is Canada News Today. I'm Corey with the story.