An Airman from the 7th Security Forces Squadron pulls a hose during the fireman’s Oct. 12, 2012, at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. Challenges included a farmer’s walk, utility pull, sled pull and more that a fireman may have to endure during an emergency. Every October, fire departments throughout the country host fire education and awareness known as, Fire Prevention Week. This year’s theme is "Have Two Ways Out," encouraging families to reevaluate their exit strategies and incorporate a second exit. Fire Prevention Week was established to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Stefanko/ Released)
Sparky the fire dog visits children at the Child Development Center during Fire Prevention Week Oct. 9, 2012, at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. Sparky is a nationwide mascot that fire departments use to promote fire prevention and fire safety. Every October, fire departments throughout the country host fire education and awareness known as, Fire Prevention Week. This year’s theme is "Have Two Ways Out," encouraging families to reevaluate their exit strategies and incorporate a second exit. Fire Prevention Week was established to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Stefanko/ Released)
Sparky the fire dog visits children in the Child Development Center during Fire Prevention Week Oct. 9, 2012, at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. Sparky is a nationwide mascot that fire departments use to promote fire prevention and fire safety. Every October, fire departments throughout the country host fire education and awareness known as, Fire Prevention Week. This year’s theme is "Have Two Ways Out," encouraging families to reevaluate their exit strategies and incorporate a second exit. Fire Prevention Week was established to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Stefanko/ Released)
An Airman from the 7th Security Forces Squadron pulls a sled during the fireman’s challenge Oct. 12, 2012, at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. Challenges included a farmer’s walk, utility pull, sled pull and more that a fireman may have to endure during an emergency. Every October, fire departments throughout the country host fire education and awareness known as, Fire Prevention Week. This year’s theme is "Have Two Ways Out," encouraging families to reevaluate their exit strategies and incorporate a second exit. Fire Prevention Week was established to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Stefanko/ Released)
by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Stefanko
7th Bomb Wing Public Affairs
10/16/2012 - DYESS AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- Sparky the Fire Dog and members of the 7th Civil Engineer Squadron visited different parts of Dyess during Fire Prevention Week Oct. 7-13 to educate the base populace on fire prevention and safety.
Every October, fire departments throughout the country conduct fire education and awareness events during Fire Prevention Week. This year's theme is "Have Two Ways Out" encouraging families to reevaluate their exit strategies and incorporate a second exit.
"We started off the week by visiting children at the child development center, giving them a chance to interact with Sparky the Fire Dog, while we emphasized the importance of what to do during a fire," said Tech. Sgt. Tiefton Chatman, 7th CES assistant chief of fire prevention.
Throughout the week, 7th CES firefighters hosted multiple smoke houses. They placed a fog machine in a closed home to allow children the opportunity to understand what to do in case a fire occurs.
"Providing a smoke house simulation for children is a great way to educate them on how to survive and escape a building that's on fire, to focus on looking for an exit whether it is a door or window," said Staff Sgt. Van Thomas, 7th CES base fire inspector.
At the end of Fire Prevention Week, base squadrons were invited to the fire station to give Airmen the opportunity to showcase their skills during a firefighters challenge.
"Fire Prevention Week may only be one week long, but it should be kept in mind all year long. Not only could it save your life, but a fireman's life as well," Chatman said.
