LITTLE RICE FIRE DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Little Rice Fire Department Hosts “Fired Up for Safety: Family Awareness Day” Events in October
Little Rice, WI – September 27, 2024 – In recognition of Fire Prevention Month, the Little Rice
Fire Department, serving the townships of Lynne and Little Rice, is excited to invite community
members to two “Fired Up for Safety: Family Awareness Day” events. These events will take place on
Saturday, October 12, in Lynne(Pier/Willow area) and Saturday, October 19, in Little Rice from
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Both events aim to promote fire safety awareness and offer families an opportunity to learn more
about the services provided by the fire department, including fire and emergency medical services.
The events will feature hands-on activities for all ages, and the possibility of a Life Link
medical helicopter landing at 10:30 AM at both locations.
Event Details:
• Lynne Event: Saturday, October 12, 2024
• Location: Outside the former Willow Region Fire House, 5086 Willow Road
• Little Rice Event: Saturday, October 19, 2024
• Location: Little Rice Fire Station, 3737 Highway Y
• Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Activities Include:
• Fire Safety Training: Learn how to properly use a fire extinguisher with hands-on demonstrations
and
practice using a fire extinguisher on a controlled fire.
• Special Rescue equipment display: See the fire department’s specialized rescue units, including
our boat, off road vehicle and ice rescue equipment.
• Fire equipment display: Explore fire trucks and equipment and take photos with the crew.
• EMS Training: Practice step-by-step CPR on practice mannequins, Learn how to administer Narcan
and Heimlich maneuver. Get a free blood pressure reading.
• Family-Friendly Fun: Cookies, coffee, and water will be provided by the fire department’s
canteen and
rehab unit.
• Life Link Medical Helicopter (Pending): A potential helicopter landing at 10:30 AM, offering
attendees a
close-up look at emergency air-medical transportation.
The “Fired Up for Safety” events are open to community members of all ages, and we encourage
families, children, adults, and seniors to participate in this educational day. Applications for
various volunteer roles within the fire department and EMS services will be available on-site.
For More Information: Contact: Chief Larry Mathein; Phone: 715-612-5514 Email:
littlericefi[email protected]
Let’s work together to enhance our community’s safety and commemorate Fire Prevention Month in a
fun and informative way.
We hope to see everyone there! (END of Release)