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MFD to mark Fire Prevention Month by hosting Open House

Morinville, Alta. – In support of Fire Prevention Month, the Morinville Fire Department is hosting an Open House from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday October 14. The free drop-in event will offer a variety of activities aimed at encouraging residents to practice fire safety and prevention. Activities include:

  • Meeting your local firefighters
  • Watching live demonstrations
  • A free hot dog lunch, courtesy of Chris & Tracy’s No Frills, while supplies last
  • Free coffee & hot chocolate, courtesy of Tim Horton’s (Morinville), while supplies last

Additionally, students living in Morinville that are registered in grades one through five in one of the following elementary schools: Morinville Public School/École Morinville Public School, École Notre Dame Elementary School or St. Kateri Tekakwitha Academy can enter a colouring contest for the chance to WIN one of two morning rides to school in a fire truck.

“Cooking is a daily activity for many people, and it is important that we keep fire prevention in mind,” explains Charles Lavallee, Deputy Fire Chief. “We will be sharing insight on practicing cooking safety such as never leaving a stove unattended, using timers, and having a fire extinguisher charged and on hand. Simple steps can greatly reduce the risk of cooking-related fires and minimize injuries, fatalities and property damage”. 

For complete details about the Morinville Fire Hall Open House, as well as the colouring contest rules and regulations, visit calendar.morinville.ca.

This year’s Fire Prevention Week™ (FPW™) campaign, “Cooking safety starts with YOU. Pay attention to fire prevention™,” works to educate everyone about simple but important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe when cooking. For more information, please visit: nfpa.org

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