MONTGOMERY COUNTY – Did you know roughly three out of five fire deaths happen in homes with either no smoke alarms or no working smoke alarm? This is why the fire companies of Montgomery County will promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!” by hosting family-friendly events.
The campaign, which runs from October 6-12, works to educate everyone about testing smoke alarms and where to install them. Smoke alarms should be installed in every room, outside each sleeping area (like a hallway) and on each floor of your home. For more smoke alarm safety tips, visit www.montcofirefighters.org/fire-safety-resources/.
“Fire Prevention Week is great time to raise awareness and share critical, life-saving facts about fire safety,” said President of Montgomery County Fire Chiefs Association George Wilmot III. “It’s also a great time for community members to meet their local firefighters and learn more about their community’s fire company.”
Celebrate Fire Prevention Week
Centre Square Fire Company: Friday, October 4 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Location: Wentz Run Park, 960 Wentz Road, Blue Bell.
Details: Learn various ways of preventing kitchen fires, how to use a fire extinguisher and fire safety tips. Watch live demonstrations including vehicle rescue and water rescue. Enjoy refreshments and a chance to win prizes.
Abington Township Fire Department: Abington Township Fire Department’s five fire companies — Abington, McKinley, Roslyn, Weldon and Edge Hill — will host an open house from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. each day of the week. Friday, October 4: Edge Hill Fire Company, 2843 Limekiln Pk., North Hills; Monday, October 7: Abington Fire Company, 1920 Horace Ave., Abington; Tuesday, October 8: McKinley Fire Company, 893 Jenkintown Rd., Elkins Park; Wednesday, October 9: Roslyn Fire Company, 1128 Bradfield Rd., Roslyn; Thursday, October 10: Weldon Fire Company, 412 North Easton Rd., Glenside.
Details: The evenings will consist of hands-on demonstrations, fire truck tours, giveaways, safety tips and a chance to meet local firefighters. Community members will have the chance to tour the stations while partaking in exciting activities and enjoying tasty snacks.
Enterprise Fire Company: Wednesday, October 9 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Location: 36 Byberry Road, Hatboro.
Details: We will have giveaways, fire prevention activities, and light refreshments.Activities will include: Safety demonstrations and interactive activities for kids, smoke alarm education, stop, drop, and roll and sprinkler demonstrations.
Barren Hill, Harmonville, and Plymouth Fire Companies and Conshohocken Fire Department: Monday, October 7 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Location: Burlington Coat Factory parking lot at the Plymouth Meeting Mall.
Details: This event will feature firefighting and rescue skill demonstrations and fire prevention and fire safety education displays.
George Clay Fire Company: Saturday, October 5 from noon – 3 p.m.
Location: George Clay Fire Company, 426 Ford Street, West Conshohocken
Details: Meet your firefighters, explore fire trucks, enjoy fun activities for the whole family, grab some cool giveaways, and learn how to keep your home and loved ones safe. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to learn essential safety tips.
New Hanover Volunteer Fire and Rescue Services: Tuesday, October 10 from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Location: 2154 Swamp Pike, Gilbertsville Fire Company
Details: Explore fire trucks, enjoy a stove fire demonstration and get a tour of ambulance fire and police vehicles. Enter to win a fire truck ride to school.
Fort Washington Fire Company: Monday, October 14 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: 1245 Fort Washington Avenue, Fort Washington
Details: Outdoor activities include the following demonstrations: live burn, dryer fire, stove fire, vehicle rescue, as well as fire apparatus on display. Indoor activities include giveaways and prizes, hazard house display, safety demonstrations and meet-and-greet with local firefighters.
As more fire prevention events are being scheduled, check here https://tinyurl.com/mwddfh7 for the latest updates.
Fire Prevention Week is a great opportunity to get involved with your local fire company. Fire companies across Montgomery County are actively seeking volunteers to help out at the fire company and keep their community safe. There are many ways you can volunteer with your local fire company and no experience is necessary to join. Training and gear are provided. To learn about volunteer opportunities or sign up, visit www.montcofirefighters.org.
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