Hawkesbury’s blaze battlers opened up their base of operations to the community on Saturday, October 10.

An open house was held at the Hawkesbury Fire Station on Spence Avenue as part of Fire Prevention Week. The fire department’s various vehicles were on display, including fun activities involving firefighting, fire prevention, and safety.

Officers from the Hawkesbury detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), and paramedics from the United Counties of Prescott and Russell also participated in the open house at the Hawkesbury Fire Station.

Photos: James Morgan

Hawkesbury OPP mascot Constable Rosie was on duty.
Firefighter Dominick Myre showing an example of why it is important to prevent fires involving electrical outlets and charging cords.