Grab the kids and head over to the Jacksonville Fire Department for an up-close look at some cool firefighting equipment and get to know your local public safety professionals, too! Firefighters from Jacksonville along with members of the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) are holding a fun and informative public Open House on Thursday,October 8th, 2015 – from 4:00-6:30pm.
Refreshments, including hot dogs, chips and soft drinks will be served! This event serves as an excellent chance for kids and adults to be reminded about fire safety in and around the home and to learn about the importance of smoke detectors and their proper maintenance.
Fire Prevention Week is observed October 4-10 in commemoration of Mrs. O’Leary’s horse kicking over a lantern that resulted in the “Great Chicago Fire” of 1911.