National Fire Prevention Week is observed each October to mark the anniversary of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 and raise awareness of fire safety.

According to the National Fire Protection Association, 3,000 people die each year as a result of fires and burns and more than 200,000 individuals are seen in the nation’s emergency rooms for burn injuries. Oftentimes practicing commonsense rules like testing the water before immersing a child in the bath or wearing tight fitting sleeves when cooking is all it takes to keep homes safe and prevent painful burn injuries. That’s why the Cary Fire Department is stressing simple ways that citizens can keep their homes and themselves safe during National Fire Prevention Week.

Join the Celebration by participating in Cary's annual Safety Festival
Saturday, October 8, 2011

Join the Cary Fire Department in celebrating National Fire Prevention Week at Fred G. Bond Metro Park on October 8, 2011 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for an outdoor safety festival. The Cary Fire Department will be joined by other safety agencies including the Cary Police Department’s Citizens Assisting Police (CAP) Team, the Town of Cary Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and Town of Cary Inspections and Permits Department and others. All organizations will provide essential safety tips and instruction for Cary families. An apparatus and equipment display will be set up for everyone to see and activities will be provided to entertain young children.

Don’t miss the Kid's Combat Challenge!

On Saturday, children ages 3-12 can participate in a safety obstacle course featuring a stop, drop and roll station, “crawl low in smoke” simulation, hose carry, dummy drag and extinguishing a miniature house fire.  Winners in each age group will receive trophies and “Survivor” T-shirts will be given to all participants who compete and complete the course (while supplies last).

During Fire Prevention Week, the Cary Fire Department will also visit several Cary elementary schools to talk to students about fire prevention and safety. 

Contact
For more information about Fire Prevention Week, contact:

Kathy Ellis
Fire Education Specialist/Senior Code Official III
100 North Academy St.
Cary N.C. 27511
(919) 460-4958
kathy.ellis@townofcary.org