As excited children lined up for a go with the fire hose and proud parents snapped photos, firefighters delivered clear messages that could one day save lives.
The event allowed community members to get in touch with local fire personnel and have fun with professional fire hose equipment.
At heart, the event’s intention was to keep community members informed and prepared in fire prevention and response.
Firefighters delivered an urgent reminder that having a working smoke alarm, with routine tests and checks can halve the risk of death in a house fire.
Deputy Captain Desirea Douch said parents and children thoroughly enjoyed the interactive day out.
“The best part of the day was educating the community about what we do and the importance of being fire safe at home,” she said.
“It’s great to see kids excited about fire trucks, playing with the hose, but even better to see families walking away with real knowledge they can use to protect the irreplaceable.”
“It’s great to see kids excited about fire trucks, playing with the hose, but even better to see families walking away with real knowledge they can use to protect the irreplaceable.”
Lithium-ion batteries were on the agenda, as they have become one of the fastest growing fire risks in NSW.
Community members were informed that swollen, hot, leaking, punctured or damaged batteries should not be used or charged, and chargers that didn’t come with the device should not be used, unless verified.
The steps to take if a battery fire was to happen where outlined.
Evacuate immediately, close any doors on the way out, call triple zero and do not attempt to extinguish the fire.
People are encouraged to take undamaged batteries to a recycling drop-off point and tape the terminals before placing them in the collection bin.
From hands-on activities to life-saving lessons, the Corowa Fire Station Open Day was a hit for all ages.
For more information, or to book a free home safety visit, head to www.fire.nsw.gov.au.
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