Phoenixville Fire Department Reminds Borough It's Fire Prevention Week

PHOENIXVILLE, PA — October's First Friday in Phoenixville isn't just for dining; the Phoenxiville Fire Department will be at the corner of Bridge and Main streets to remind everyone of fire prevention.

The Fire Department will take over the municipal parking lot at Main and Bridge streets from 6 to 9 p.m. on Oct. 1 to help Borough residents "Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety," the theme of this year's Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 3-9. Firefighters will help visitors identify sounds from smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, and create fire escape plans, in conjunction with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

The Department reminds everyone that Fire Prevention Week is a great time to test all of your smoke alarms and practice family escape plans and to test smoke alarms each month.

"We are hopeful Sparky the Fire Dog and Smokey Bear will visit this event to meet and greet children and parents alike," the Department posted on social media.

After this kickoff on First Friday, Phoenixville Fire Department will spend the next week visiting schools and early learning centers in the Borough.

View a Family Action Plan guide here.

Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety with a tip sheet here.

What is Phoenixville Fire Department up to lately? They were on the scene with Upper Providence Township Fire and Emergency Services at Phoenixville Medical Building #2.