Teaching residents fire safety tips and having them learn the role of the fire department are the two main goals of Fire Prevention Day, where the Woodmere Fire Department will open the doors of the firehouse at 20 Irving Place to the public on Sunday.
“The Woodmere Fire Department hosts this event to help educate the community on the danger of fire and how to protect themselves, their families and their property,” Fire Chief Lenny Cherson said about the event. “This event also helps us open our doors to the community to show them what we do and the services we provide.”
It will run from noon to 4 p.m., and include live demonstrations by the volunteer firefighters and the Nassau County Fire Marshal’s office, fire truck rides for youngsters, as well as food and prizes. Children can board the department’s fire engines and ambulances, and put on firefighting gear. New this year, the department will have a giant fire truck slide for youngsters to play on. All can learn tips to prevent fires, as well as what to do in an emergency.
“Fire Prevention Day is designed to teach both kids and adults, young and old, what we do in the Woodmere Fire Department, as well as fire safety tips,” said Fire Education Coordinator Jason Hagler.
Attendees will be able to see what the department’s firefighters and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) do on a daily basis, and have the opportunity to apply to join the department. The department recruits year-round for residents who are interested in serving their community as volunteer firefighters and EMTs, and representatives will be on hand at Fire Prevention Day to discuss what it takes to be a member.