(As submitted by the BG Fire Division)
October is Fire Prevention Month and the City of Bowling Green Fire Division seeks to educate citizens about the importance of fire prevention. On Saturday, October 8, the Fire Division will host an Open House, at the Pearl Street Station, 1060 Pearl Street, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. During the event, visitors may tour the fire station, view fire and ambulance vehicles, and talk with Bowling Green Firefighters.
Other activities will include:
– Auto extrication demonstration, 1:00 pm: Watch the Jaws of Life at work!
– Fire hose demonstration: Visitors will be able to test their skills by shooting a real fire hose.
– Thermal imaging camera demonstration: Firefighters will demonstrate how the camera improves visibility in a smoke filled area.
In addition, educational brochures will be available. Firefighters will be available to answer questions and provide information.
Adults and children are encouraged to attend on October 8. “Too often, adults think that safety training only applies to children in school,” Fire Chief Tom Sanderson explained. “Everyone needs to learn how to react in an emergency to keep their loved ones safe.”
“The Bowling Green Fire Division reminds everyone of the importance of having working smoke alarms and CO detectors,” Chief Sanderson said. “Alarms should be checked monthly and the batteries should be changed in coordination with clock changes for daylight savings time.”
The theme for fire prevention month this year is “Don’t Wait – Check the Date!” Did you know that smoke alarms need changed every 10 years? Carbon Monoxide alarms should be changed every 5-7 years, depending on the manufacturer.
