Fire Prevention Day at Dr. Higdon Elementary School
 
By Deputy Fire Chief William Lawman Jr.
October 14, 2022
 

Today crews from the three surrounding departments worked together to help spread the Fire Prevention message to the students and staff at Dr. Higdon Elementary School.

This years 2022 Fire Prevention message is “Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape.” works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe from home fires.

This year marks the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week.

Please take the time and have a discussion with your family about your plan if a fire breaks out in your home.

How to get out!
Where to meet!
Emphasize to your loved ones to never go back in to retrieve an item or pet!
Emphasize to your loved ones to never hide in a closet or under a bed!

These are just a few of the topics you should discuss with your family.

Help teach your children their address, in case they need to call 911 for an emergency.

Test your smoke alarms regularly, to ensure proper working order.

HELP US SPREAD THE FIRE PREVENTION MESSAGE!

 
Units: Cobb Island VFD and EMS Newburg VRS and Fire Departmemt Bel Alton VFD and EMS