The public is invited to join Pleasant Prairie Fire & Rescue as they
host the second annual Safety Day in the Prairie on Saturday, September
23, between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Safety Day in the Prairie will be
held at Pleasant Prairie Fire Station #1 (3801 Springbrook Road). This
is a free event that is open to the public.
Safety Day in the
Prairie will feature: the new 100’ aerial platform fire truck and show
its capabilities, a demonstration by the Wisconsin State Patrol will
take place emphasizing the importance of wearing seatbelts, and the
Flight for Life helicopter is scheduled to appear early in the event
(10:30-11:30 a.m.). There will be fire station tours, rescue
demonstration, the fire safety house exhibit, and presentations from
fire rescue and local law enforcement officers highlighting the new
coordinated approach when responding to an active shooter incident.
Complimentary refreshments will also be served.
Craig Roepke,
Chief of Fire & Rescue commented that, “This is an opportunity for
residents to meet their firefighters and learn about the varied
functions and duties carried out by the fire & rescue department.
Firefighters go through frequent training to update and learn new skills
to make sure that they are prepared for the numerous types of
emergencies that they encounter on a day to day basis.”
Safety
Day in the Prairie is being held in advance of Fire Prevention month,
which takes place during the month of October. Members of Pleasant
Prairie Fire & Rescue encourage all residents to have a fire safety
plan and to discuss fire safety with members of their household.
Safety
Day in the Prairie is sponsored by the Pleasant Prairie Fire Rescue
Association, Inc., a 501c (3) nonprofit organization that supports the
Pleasant Prairie Fire & Rescue Department and works to enhance
public safety. Members of the Pleasant Prairie Fire & Rescue
Department wish to sincerely thank those who have shown their support
for the department. More information is available by calling Pleasant
Prairie Fire & Rescue at 262.694.8027.