Only a few days until Nehalem Bay Fire & Rescue’s Open House and Safety Fair Saturday October 11th from 10 am to 3 pm. NBFR is capping 2024 Fire Prevention Week with a community event with LOTS of displays and activities. Many great partners are joining NBFR: Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office, Emergency Volunteer Corps of Nehalem Bay, Caring for the Coast, Tillamook County Emergency Communications District – Tillamook 911, Oregon Department of Forestry (Smokey the Bear will be making an appearance) AND MORE.
There are lots of activities for all ages including:
- Cooking fire demo at 11 am
- Storytime from 11 am to 1:30 pm
- Sparky, the Fire Dog (get a photo)
- Vehicle extrication demo at 2 pm
- Junior firefighter obstacle course for kids
- Station and engine tours
- Dress like a firefighter
- Color contest display
- Water spray
- Medical equipment demo
- Emergency preparedness displays
- Popcorn and more!
This year’s theme for Fire Prevention week is “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!”
Here are some safety tips:
- Install smoke alarms in every bedroom, outside each separate sleeping area (like a hallway), and on each level (including the basement) of the home.
- Make sure smoke alarms meet the needs of all family members, including those with sensory or physical disabilities.
- Test smoke alarms at least once a month by pushing the test button.
- Replace all smoke alarms when they are 10 years old or don’t respond when tested.
To learn more about Fire Prevention Week and this year’s theme, “Smoke alarms: Make them work or you!” visit fpw.org. Additional Fire Prevention Week resources for children, caregivers, and educators can be found at sparky.org and sparkyschoolhouse.org.
Join Nehalem Bay Fire & Rescue for a day of firehouse fun – 36375 Highway 101 N, Nehalem on Saturday October 11th from 10 am to 3 pm