VIDEO: Firefighters at Fort Huachuca Fire Department say National Fire Prevention Week is one of their favorite weeks this year because they can connect with the community.
“It's about the firemen, getting into the community and getting to know our neighbors,” said Garrison Commander, Col. Mike Childs. On Tuesday, 40 kindergartners from Colonel Johnston Elementary visited Fort Huachuca Fire Department's Fire Station No. 2. Captain Jason Bryan and other firefighters taught the kids what to do in case of a fire and what it's like being a firefighter.
“I think it's important to inspire that generation through showing them what we do and how we do things,” he said.
The kids learned about fire safety, including the importance of smoke detectors, which is this year's theme for National Fire Prevention Week.