[Archived] Alexandria Fire Department Hosts Open House Celebration for Fire Prevention Week

For Immediate Release: September 30, 2019

In recognition of National Fire Prevention Week (October 6-12), all Alexandria Fire Stations will be open to the public on Saturday, October 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. During this free event, each station will open its doors to the community, providing family-friendly activities, station and fire apparatus tours and fire prevention information and materials. Personnel at each station will be available to answer questions about their facilities, equipment, and the Fire Department.

This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme is “Not Every Hero Wears A Cape. Plan and Practice Your Escape!” In addition to remembering to change the batteries in their smoke alarms every six months, residents are also advised to replace smoke alarms every 10 years.

“In a continuous effort to increase the City of Alexandria’s level of preparedness, we encourage everyone to engage in every opportunity to improve their safety,” said Acting Fire Chief Corey Smedley. “The Fire Department’s Annual Open House gives the community a chance to get to know their local first responders, tour their neighborhood fire stations, and learn what to do if there’s ever a fire in their homes or businesses.”

For fire station locations, visit www.alexandriava.gov/Fire. The City of Alexandria is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact Firefighter Rick Muse Jr., Community Outreach Coordinator, at 703.746.5217 or rick.musejr@alexandriava.gov.

For additional information, email Firefighter Rick Muse Jr. at rick.musejr@alexandriava.gov or call at 703.746.5217.