Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department to Host Free Fire Expo

The Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department (LPFD) joins the NationalFire Protection Association (NFPA) in recognizing Fire Prevention Week from October 5-11. In observance of this important week, LPFD will host a free Fire Safety Expo on Saturday, October 4, 2014. The event will be held at the Fire Training Tower located at 3333 Busch Road in Pleasanton from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

This year’s Fire Prevention message is “Working Smoke Alarms Save Lives”. According to the NFPA, when smoke alarms fail to operate, it is usually because batteries are missing, disconnected, or dead. Smoke alarms that are properly installed and maintained play a vital role in reducing fire deaths and injuries.

The event will feature giveaways, firefighter demonstrations, fire escape planning, information on fire safety, and much more. The public can interact in our Fire SafetyTrailer, learn how to use a fire extinguisher, and obtain disaster preparedness information. A children’s obstacle course is also included in this family event, along with various other demonstrations and activities.

To kick-off the fun, the Livermore-Pleasanton Firefighters Foundation will host a Pancake Breakfast that begins at 8:00 a.m. and continues to 11:00 a.m. Donations will be accepted in support of the Fallen Firefighters Foundation. LPFD personnel will be on hand throughout the event to answer questions and assist the community in protecting their loved ones from fire.

For more information, please visit www.lpfire.org or call (925) 454-2361.

Information and photo submitted by City of Pleasanton