Firefighters in St. Louis Park are hosting their annual open house on Tuesday, Sept. 17, engaging with community members and showcasing the inner workings of their lifesaving operations. According to an announcement on the city’s official Facebook page, the event will run from 5 - 7:30 p.m. at Fire Station 1, featuring a variety of activities, including hands-on equipment displays and live-burn demonstrations.

Not only will visitors be able to get up close and personal with firefighting gear and vehicles, but there will also be photo stations, educational booths, and food and drinks to enjoy. While street parking is described as limited, attendees can find spots across Wooddale Avenue in the Microcenter parking lot, and shuttle transit will also be available from various locations to accommodate the guests, as per the Facebook announcement.

This family-friendly event aims to educate the community on fire safety while offering a glimpse into the everyday life of firefighters. The live-burn demonstrations will allow spectators, where professionals will display how quickly a fire can spread in a home, underlining the importance of fire safety preparedness.

For those interested in learning more about the fire department or the services they provide, further details can be found by visiting the link provided on the event's social media post. As the annual open house tradition continues, the St. Louis Park Fire Station is excited to open its doors and share a day filled with informative and engaging activities, promising to be an enlightening experience for visitors of all ages.