Little Rice Fire Dept. to host fire safety awareness day

In recognition of Fire Prevention Month, the Little Rice Fire Department, serving the towns of Lynne and Little Rice, is inviting the community to two “Fired Up For Safety: Family Awareness Day” events. The events will take place on Saturday, Oct. 12, in Lynne and Saturday, Oct. 19, in Little Rice, from 10 a.m. to noon, according to a Little Rice Fire Department press release.

Both events aim to promote fire safety awareness and offer families an opportunity to learn more about the services provided by the fire department, including fire and emergency medical services, the release states. The events will feature activities for all ages, and the possibility of a Life Link medical helicopter landing at 10:30 a.m. at both locations. 

The Lynne event will be held outside the former Willow Region Fire House, 5086 Willow Road, and the Little Rice event will be at the Little Rice Fire Station, 3737 Highway Y. 

Activities include:

• Fire safety training: Learn how to properly use a fire extinguisher with hands-on demonstrations and practice using a fire extinguisher on a controlled fire.

• Special rescue equipment display: See the fire department's specialized rescue units, including our boat, off road vehicle and ice rescue equipment.

• Fire equipment display: Explore fire trucks and equipment and take photos with the crew.

• EMS training: Practice step-by-step CPR on practice mannequins, Learn how to administer Narcan and Heimlich maneuver. Get a free blood pressure reading. 

• Family-friendly fun: Cookies, coffee, and water will be provided by the fire department’s canteen and rehab unit.

• Life Link Medical Helicopter (Pending): A potential helicopter landing at 10:30 a.m., offering attendees a close-up look at emergency air-medical transportation.

The “Fired Up for Safety” events are open to people of all ages and  families, children, adults and seniors are encouraged to participate in this day of education. Applications for various volunteer roles within the fire department and EMS services will be available on-site. For more information, contact chief Larry Mathein at 715-612-5514 or email [email protected].