- Last Updated on Friday, 28 October 2016 12:46
By Paul Chasko
During or near National Fire Prevention Week, the Finleyville Volunteer Fire Department annually holds an open house for area residents. This year, the event was held on Sunday afternoon, October 16, 2016.
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| A future FVFD firefighter hard at work. |
Young kids seemed to have the best time, as they were fascinated by all the big trucks and shiny equipment. They had the opportunity to climb all over the trucks and sit in the driver’s seat for photos. A smoke trailer, used primarily for training with compressed air breathing apparatus, was also on exhibit for visitors to climb through.
Firefighters demonstrated how the “Jaws of Life” equipment is used to cut apart automobiles to rescue entrapped passengers – lots of oohs and ahhs were heard from the kids as the demo car was cut up, and adults took comfort in knowing that this equipment is available to our firefighters that respond to automobile accidents.
The biggest hit for the kids was the opportunity to put out a mock fire in a building model, using an actual fire hose with assistance with one of Finleyville’s firefighters. All kids who tried were successful in “putting out the fire.”
The social hall was open to visitors, who were treated to hot dogs, cookies and beverages. The kids got firefighter hats, coloring books and other handouts.
Thanks go to CT Auto Recyclers, who graciously donated and delivered the car. They got it back - in pieces.
Click on "Gallery" for more photos of this event by Paul Chasko.
