On September 17, the St. Louis Park Fire Department invites the community to its annual Open House event, offering an in-depth look into the world of firefighting and safety. From 5 to 7:30 p.m. at Fire Station 1, located at 3750 Wooddale Ave. S., residents of all ages can enjoy an array of activities and learn about fire safety—all free of charge, as detailed by St. Louis Park, MN. No prior registration is needed. Shuttle transit is made available to ensure easy access for all wishing to attend.
The Open House boasts an impressive lineup of hands-on equipment displays, allowing visitors to see fire trucks and various public works heavy equipment up close. Community members can also absorb a wealth of information about kitchen safety, emergency preparedness, and community risk reduction. A piece of history will be on-site as well with the historic 1928 fire truck, providing a glimpse into the past services of the fire department, as per St. Louis Park, MN. Other exhibits include the EMS Bike Patrol, the Community Emergency Response Team, and a Hennepin Healthcare ambulance.
In addition to the displays, the event is packed with live demonstrations. Attendees can learn hands-on CPR, basic first aid, and how to correctly use fire extinguishers. Live-burn demonstrations will showcase the real-time effectiveness of fire sprinkler systems and burn rooms, while also demonstrating how to handle a grease fire. Local police squad vehicles and representatives from city departments will expand the educational experience beyond fire safety.
Children have their very own roster of activities designed to educate and entertain. With the Sparky the Fire dog mascot leading the charge, kids can engage in interactive elements such as a squirt house and electronic fire extinguishers. They'll also have the opportunity to learn about home fire drills and escape plans through a "stay low as you go".
For further details on the St. Louis Park Fire Department Open House and the full list of activities available, interested participants can visit the official announcement here.
