Friday, October 11, 2013

Fire Department Open House Saturday, October 12, 2013

Get an exciting, close-up view of firefighting equipment and fire apparatus at the Arlington Heights Fire Department’s Open House on Saturday, October 12, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Fire Station #1, 300 E. Sigwalt Street. Free parking is located in the Municipal Garage just west of Fire Station 1.

The Open House is held in recognition of Fire Prevention Week, October 6-12, 2013. The Fire Prevention theme for this year is “Prevent Kitchen Fires.” Besides learning more about Fire Prevention tips at the Open House, you will also learn about firefighting equipment and how it’s used. You will have a chance to get into a firetruck and watch exciting demonstrations of what our firefighters are trained to do.

There will also be the Safety House, fire and rescue equipment on display, face painting and games, and Sparky the Fire Dog will be there!

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn more about fire safety and about the Fire Department that is proud to serve the residents of Arlington Heights.

PHOTOS FROM 2011
Arlington Heights Fire Department Open House 10.15.2011