'Safety First' at Setauket Fire Prevention Open House

On Oct. 17, the Setauket Fire Department hosted its annual Fire Prevention Open House to promote a message of safety amongst community residents.

The three-hour event featured several hands-on activities and demonstrations by Setauket firefighters. Highlights included a smoke house simulator; motorized miniature cars, a Jaws of Life demonstration, an arson dog performance and an inside look at the Setauket Fire Department’s rescue vehicles. Some attendees even tried their hand at spraying the fire hose.

“I think it’s a really educational event and a nice program they put out for the community,” Setauket resident and first time open house attendee Michale Badillo said.

As residents entered the firehouse, children were greeted with a welcome goodie bag with fire safety reading material and a plastic firefighter helmet to wear during the event. Firefighters interacted with community members as they participated in the event festivities and encouraged questions, testing their fire safety knowledge.

“We enjoy running this event every year for the community,” Setauket Fire Department Chief Anthony Todaro said. “We believe continuous reinforcement of fire safety is important for the prevention of fires.”

Photo courtesy of the Setauket Fire District: Setauket residents (from left) Abby Krisman, Holden Cone and Jake Krisman were ready to participate in the Fire Prevention Open House festivities.

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