Officials say the mobile trailer will be a critical component of the Fire Protection Bureau’s community outreach and fire safety and prevention program.
"On behalf of Chair Furfaro and the rest of the County Council, we want you to know that we appreciate the work that goes into expanding your safety and prevention programs," stated Vice Chair Yukimura. "Fire safety programs created one of the most successful messaging campaigns with teaching children to ‘Stop, Drop, and Roll’ and those efforts have continued to save lives. It’s very important work that you do and we thank you."
The inside of the trailer is modeled after a home, complete with a kitchen and child’s bedroom. Various parts of the "home" can ignite with digital flames and smoke, simulating an intense fire emergency that challenges trainees on how to properly respond.
"This trailer will allow people to experience a mock fire in a safe and controlled environment," says Fire Prevention Bureau Captain Daryl Date. "It will teach them exactly what to do during a house fire – from calling 911 and properly using a fire extinguisher, to knowing when and how to escape."
The 30-foot mobile trailer is also equipped with a sprinkler room to demonstrate the simplicity and effectiveness of a home sprinkler system, and its ability buy occupants time to get out of the home safely.
The Fire Prevention Bureau will be taking the fire safety trailer to community events across the island.
To request to have the trailer at your school, community-based organization or event, contact the Fire Prevention Bureau at 241-4985.
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