Bucks Firefighters "Charging Into Fire Safety" With Free Events

BUCKS COUNTY, PA — Bucks County firefighters will be spreading their fall fire prevention message this week during open house events at stations located throughout the county.

This year's fire prevention theme is "Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower," which focuses on reducing lithium-ion battery fires caused by everyday devices like phones, laptops, e-bikes, scooters, and power tools.

Open house events are scheduled at fire stations throughout the county, with an opportunity to learn more about fire prevention. If you don't see your local station listed below, check their social media for fire prevention details.

Central Bucks Fire Prevention Expo

Central Bucks residents will have a chance to meet local first responders and learn about fire safety at the Central Bucks Fire Prevention Expo on Saturday, Oct. 10. The free event is scheduled from 3 to 7 p.m. at Central Park, 425 Wells Road, Doylestown. The expo will include fire and emergency apparatus, demonstrations, family activities, fire prevention education, and an opportunity to meet local first responders. Organizers said the event is designed as a community-focused afternoon centered on public safety.

Linghocken Fire Company

The public is invited to a free Pizza & Prevention evening on Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. at Station 35 in Wycombe. The evening will feature free pizza and Polly's Ice Cream, multiple live fire demonstrations, giveaways, fire safety tips, and a chance to meet the police officers, EMS personnel, and firefighters serving the area. The station is located at 1090 Washington Avenue in Wycombe (Wrightstown Township).

New Hope Eagle Volunteer Fire Co.

The New Hope Eagle Volunteer Fire Company will hold its annual Fire Prevention Open House on Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. at the station, 46 Sugan Road. Bring the family, meet the company's firefighters, explore the station and apparatus, and learn how you can help support the essential work the company does. For over 200 years, the New Hope Eagle Fire Company has served the community as a volunteer, non-profit organization. From responding to fires and assisting EMS to conducting search and rescue operations and managing hazardous materials incidents, the company's volunteers are on call day and night.

Northampton Township Fire Department

The Northampton Township Fire Department will hold a free Fire Safety Day on Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. at Station 3 in Richboro. The day will feature fire safety demonstrations, smoke alarm safety information, free hands-on activities, giveaways, a chance to climb aboard a fire truck, and an opportunity to meet the men and women who protect the community from fire.

Perkasie Fire Company No. 1

The Perkasie Fire Company No. 1 will hold its annual Fire Prevention Open House on Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. There will be free hot dogs, birch beer and fire safety fun for the kids. The company is located at 100 North 5th Street, Perkasie 18944.

Upper Makefield Volunteer Fire Co.

The Upper Makefield Volunteer Fire Company will hold an open house on Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. at its station, 1221 Taylorsville Road. The special evening of prevention will include free pizza and plenty of fun activities. Joining the firefighters at the event will be members of the Upper Makefield Police Department and Newtown EMS, which serves the township.