October has been designated as National Fire Prevention Month — Experts state the potential for a 
severe wildfire season fueled by an abundance of dead vegetation from years of drought is real.
Fire prevention has gone beyond not playing with matches. Today, children and adults can educate themselves about the dangers associated not only with fires, but with natural disasters and household hazards as well. Many public service departments set up fairs in local store parking lots or parks during October and hold various safety demonstrations including:
- What to do in case of an earthquake
- How to prevent a forest or brush fire
- Water conservation
- The ins and outs of a fire truck
- How a medical helicopter works
- How a police canine does its job
- What firefighters and other rescue workers wear during emergencies
For more information on Wildfire Preparedness – CLICK HERE!
