Dixon firefighters take Fire Prevention Week message into schools

In recognition of Fire Prevention Week, the Dixon City Fire Department has been giving training and demonstrations to the cities third graders.

Students are taught on how to “stop, drop and roll,” how to handle simple fires such as food on a stove top, and how to safely leave a burning home.

The department also wanted to make sure the kids are comfortable seeing firefighters in their gear so they can safely be helped in an emergency situation.

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Dixon City firefighter Tyler Hansler speaks to students Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023 during a demonstration for Fire Prevention Week at Jefferson School. It’s important for kids to recognize and not be scared when seeing a firefighter in all their gear so they can be helped in an emergency. (Alex T. Paschal)