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Getting the Most out of Fire Station Visits

I have a toddler that is obsessed with all things firefighting. She has been for over a year now. It’s serious.  She has made her own fire extinguisher out of craft supplies, she watches combat competition videos on Youtube, she points out every hydrant, standpipe, valve, alarm, sign and fire truck that crosses her path. She maps out evacuation plans in every building we enter.  And most importantly, we visit fire stations to talk to firefighters. Often.

Whether you call them fire stations, houses or halls (we call them stations where I come from), these buildings are EVERYWHERE. There are likely several in your community, and at least one within walking distance of your home. If you have a “Jr. Firefighter” like I do, a visit to your local fire station is inevitable.  Go prepared.

Since we’ve now visited several dozen fire stations in multiple cities across North America, I’ve created a list of tips for parents and kids to get the most out of a visit to a fire station, whether it’s your first or twenty first visit.

BEFORE YOU GO:

Read books on firefighting to familiarize yourself with the vocabulary of firefighters. Knowing terms like what a fog nozzle and telescoping ladder are make it easier to point out items you see around the station and ask questions about them. We like the DK Books in the non-fiction area of the library like “ Mighty Machines Fire Truck ” and “ A Day in the Life of a Firefighter .”

Make a thank you card for the firefighters. Going under the pretense of thanking the firefighters for their service to your community gives the trip more purpose and teaches your child about the value of civil service.

While fire stations are open 24/7 (for obvious reasons), they generally prefer hosting little visitors during daylight hours.  Call ahead to the station you wish to visit to get a feel for when they would prefer you stop by.

THE DAY YOU GO:

Warn your child that if the firefighters get a call before you arrive or while you are there, they will have to leave the station and not be available to visit with you. Be flexible to visit later if you see there are no trucks in the bay.

Wear your favorite firefighting gear. My daughter has several fire truck shirts, a chief hat and various costume pieces she wears when she visits fire stations.

Plan to spend no more than 15 minutes in the station on any one visit. It’s a place of business, so they must stick to a schedule.

Prepare a list of 3 or 4 questions for YOUR CHILD to ask the firefighters so he/she can learn something new on each visit. Your child can also bring one of the library books to look at with the firefighters and ask any questions you have about what you see or read in the book. By having your child communicate directly with the firefighters builds public speaking confidence and a positive relationship with civil servants. My daughter has talked to dozens of firefighters and they have ALWAYS been incredibly awesome with her. The usually squat down to look at her in the eyes and she has gotten very comfortable talking with and learning from them.

QUESTIONS TO ASK AT YOUR LOCAL FIRE STATION:

• I live at XXX address. How long does it take for you to get to my house in the event of an emergency? (They usually have a map on the wall and can point at your house and the station and talk about the route they would take.)
• If I get hurt at home and need to call 9-1-1, should I specifically ask for fire response? (In some areas, the responders are equally trained and one has a faster response time than the other, so it’s important to request the faster service if seconds count in your emergency.)
• Does this station have an ambulance?
• If I got hurt and you needed to take me to a hospital in the ambulance, which hospital would you take me to?
• May I see the inside of the ambulance so I know what to expect if I ever have to ride in it?
• If you live in a high rise, you can ask if their truck ladders can reach your floor of the building. If they can’t, you can talk about the best evacuation plans based on the age of your building (different building codes determine where the safest places in the building are. Newer buildings have specially designed stairwells that keep fire out.)
• If you visit frequently, you can learn the names of the crew members (see my Final Tip below on how to address firefighters by name) so you can have more social follow-up conversations like learning where they went to fire school, what they do for exercise during off hours, etc.
• Where do you train? Is there public viewing of the training sessions? (some stations have public viewing of hose and ladder practice, but it’s likely on the outskirts of town where there is more space to make a mess.)
• What are your most common calls – fires, injuries, people getting stuck, etc?
• What are ways I can stay safe so I don’t need to call 9-1-1?
• If I DO need to call 9-1-1, what information should I have memorized (address, last name, etc.)

QUESTIONS TO ASK AT NEW FIRE STATIONS:

• May we have a tour of your station? (Some walk you through the kitchen and sleeping quarters, some have museum memorabilia in the lobby, most just show off the trucks and common areas but we’ve found that each station tour is different and unique.)
• May we see the inside of one of your trucks? (Most will let your child sit in the truck, some will turn on the sirens – either way, be prepared to take pictures)
• Do any female firefighters work at this station? (It’s good for kids, both girl and boy, to meet females who have worked hard to break into the male-dominated profession.)
• Does your fire station have a pole? (Ask gently if someone will demonstrate, but be prepared for a “no” since some find it annoying to use the pole).
• How old is this fire station? Do you have old pictures of the building? (Some have pics of when the trucks were pulled by horses which is cool).
• Any interesting facts about this particular fire station or crew?
• Do you have a fire dog/boat/helicopter at this station?
• What is the newest or coolest piece of equipment you have in this station?
• Do you give hose demonstrations? (Some firefighters will spray a hose at the truck or let your little one hold the hose… it depends on the location of the station and what the water restrictions are in your area.)

Ask if this fire station has any special events coming up. (Some host dinners or open houses for the public.)

Ask if there is anything you can do or bring on future visit to help them? (Some may appreciate snacks, etc.)

Courteously ask if they have any stickers. (Most stations offer stickers, temporary tattoos or hats to little visitors. At one station, my daughter got a cool t-shirt. Say lots of pleases and thank yous.)

As you leave the station, while everything is still fresh on the brain, talk to your child about things they saw that were new or interesting to direct future learning. For instance, at one station, my daughter was allowed to hold a fire hose and spray the parking lot.  Afterwards, she wanted to learn more about the specific nozzle she operated so we went home and looked at Youtube videos demonstrating the nozzle and we even found one video of the factory MAKING the nozzle.

Respect that the fire station is a place of business and that while they welcome little visitors, they really can only take about 10 minutes to host you. If the bell rings and they have to take an emergency call, you must get out of the way immediately and let them take off on in the truck. The excitement of the call is usually enough to distract little ones from the fact that the tour got aborted, but mitigate melt-downs by explaining ahead of time that emergency calls take top priority.

Don’t harass your local station. If it were up to my toddler, we’d visit our neighborhood station (only a few blocks from our home) daily. We limit in-person visits to once every two weeks, and just wave at the station as we walk past in between visits. If any of the firefighters are out in the driveway as we walk past, we stop for a quick hello, but not for a full visit inside.

If your child wants to learn the names of the local firefighters, be sure to ask how they wish to be addressed. Office titles are hard to achieve, so should be respected. Address a Lieutenant or Chief as such unless they say otherwise.

Remember that firefighters are there to help you, so if you have any questions or concerns about personal or property safety, ask! They have great information that will reduce your likelihood of actually having an emergency. The goal is to get the info during friendly visits so you don’t ever have to call them in a crisis.

About the Author Allison Baltzersen

Allison Baltzersen is a green mama, raising her two little girls to enjoy childhood, ask lots of questions, and be kind to the Earth.

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16 Comments on “Getting the Most out of Fire Station Visits”

it sounds like your daughter is going to be a fire-fighter at the earliest possible opportunity. Thanks for a lovely post, I enjoyed reading this. 🙂

I love seeing/hearing about children with a deep desire for a profession. My grandson loves how things are made and will watch/read anything he can find..

Allison, You have a very intelligent and motivated little girl. If she does not choose firefighting for a career, she will most certainly be a conscientious worker in whatever field she chooses.

Thank you so much for the detailed questions and instructions you gave so that potential small visitors to firestations would be prepared for such visits.

Fire station visits are always a fun time, and a great learning experience!

OMGosh, this is awesome! I love that you have a little girl who loves all things firefighting!!!! Love it… Thank you for this guide, its really thorough and comprehensive. Those are amazing pics… I have a great friend who worked really hard, as a woman, to qualify and become a firefighter; maybe someday I will see your daughter do the same thing.

This morning there are some folks from the local fire station bringing a truck to the school we attend for playgroup…..gonna be a great morning!

My boys had a school trip to the fire station and they just loved it!!! It was an excellent learning experience for them.

Great tips. I didn’t know fire stations were open to the public but have always known the firefighters to be extremely friendly and helpful during local event days.

What an awesome learning experience for the kids!!!!!

What a great adventure,my grandson would enjoy this

On the last week of preschool the kids got to visit the station and sit in the Firetruck,the kids were in awe

Fire station visits are always so much fun and the kids learn so much

I love to see children with an interest in a field

Girls can be anything they want

This was so cool! I’m going through the same thing with my daughter. & Have been for about a year. She is almost 3 so was thinking abt taking her down to the fire station! I appreciate this!

My girls loved it when we visited our local fire station a couple years ago.

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Fire Station Visit: Mom and Me Date

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Summer vacation is here! It’s the first time my son has really been out of school and will now have to adjust to a summer schedule without as much structure. We’re feeling the need to plan some fun activities, outings, and mom-and-me dates to keep us both involved this summer!

Fire Station Tours

A few months ago, I was invited to help chaperone a preschool field trip for my oldest child’s school and I jumped at the opportunity! Taking a group of very excited children to the local fire station and listening to the 3-year-old commentary sounded like a really joyful experience for the both of us!

He’s since been pointing out fire trucks, ambulances, and has been really into what they do! He’s even been dressing up and pretending like he’s a firefighter or a medic, and I love that he now knows who they are!

It really was a great experience, and we learned a lot. Unfortunately, the firefighters received a call just as it was time to show the kids the fire truck. Their little hearts were broken and some of the little boys even started to cry. It was a tragic, but yet, comical moment.

How to Visit a Fire Station

I learned that you can go with your kids to visit the fire station just about any time you want. You just need to call ahead and make sure it’s a good time for them! If it is, most stations are more than happy to give a tour, or at least let your kids see the trucks and try on a helmet. It’s free, it’s informative, and it’s exciting!

If you want to do a little more planning and have a more formal tour, check out your city’s fire department website. There is an easy form you can fill out that lets them know who is coming, the size of the group, and when you’d like to visit. It’s great if you bring a group!

Making a Fire Station Visit Even More Fun

To make your visit even more engaging, you can really make it memorable by including some toys for your kids to play with that truly help emulate real life, relatable heroes. Rescue Heroes from Fisher-Price aim to stimulate a child’s imagination and sense of adventure without using violence. Check out the new  Rescue Heroes  toys available at Walmart (available online now, in-stores in August!)

Rescue Heroes are relatable heroes for kids that represent a great diversity of genres, genders, nationalities, real professions and personalities that save the day! I love that they encourage no conflict play yet still promote excitement without violence. They demonstrate teamwork, a positive outlook, and make great role models. When you purchase  Rescue Heroes  toys, you get a great price value because it comes with a figurine, backpack and a super cool tool that you can interchange between characters.

The characters are all darling. But, the Billy Blazes figure, who is a firefighter and the team leader was the perfect character to introduce for this fun family outing to the fire station! We also love the Forrest Fuego figure, the hotshot wildfire firefighter, who can help and play as a team with Billy.

Honestly, we could easily duplicate this fun activity by visiting the police station with Sky Justice Police Recon and Rescue, or even go on a hike with Rocky Canyon the Mountain Ranger, and more. And if we wanted to add in a show, there’s a  Rescue Heroes™  animated show on the Fisher-Price YouTube channel that showcases all of the characters!

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I am so grateful for first responders and all they do to help keep my community safe! I love that my son is so much more aware of what safety looks like. Additionally, that emergencies happen and that the men and women who come on those trucks and ambulances are here to help!

Fire Station Field Trip

It’s a fun thing to do as a school field trip. It’s fun to do as a mom-and-me date. Also, it’s an amazing family outing or family date you can do together.

I love that we can come home and he can play with Rescue Heroes. They are ideal personifications of real-world heroes from all over the Earth – daring, caring, skillful and strong.

Plus this mom-and-me date will be the highlight of at least one week, with fun role play time for him to enjoy long after our fun outing!

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Today, we went to tour a fire station as part of a mom’s group outing. Aside from my son sitting in the truck, putting on the jacket and helmet, touching hoses and getting a plastic helmet to take home, there was a lot of really helpful information shared that I took away. The firefighters were very helpful and educative about how to help young kids prepare and practice for a house fire, so I feel it important to pass along what I learned.

They recommend as early as two, memorizing the numbers 911 and practicing pushing them on the phone. Kids are very quick to learn technological skills, and pushing phone buttons is second nature! Explain to them that they only ever call that number if someone really needs help, including if they see a fire.

Practice Fire drills

They suggest pushing the test button on the smoke detectors so that your kids learn what they sound like and what to do if they ever hear that sound. After your kids know what the alarm noise is, they need to practice getting out of the house as fast as possible. Show them the quickest outside access route from their bedroom, as well as which way you want them to go if they can’t use the fastest one.

Arrange a Meeting Place

They encourage every family to determine a meeting place if everyone needs to evacuate. The firemen suggest the mailbox, but it can be any place that makes sense for your home and family that is far enough away from the house. Practice meeting there so that everyone knows what to do.

One of the most helpful suggestions for young kids is to NEVER hide if there is a fire. They stressed that kids should not go under the bed, in the closet, behind furniture, etc. When fire fighters enter a home, they often can’t see well because of the smoke. They need family members easily visible so they can get them out quickly.

Exposure to Firefighters in Fire Suits

Most fire stations will let you tour or visit for free. This was very helpful for the little ones today to see a fireman in the fire suit. With the suit, helmet, mask, tools, gloves – it can be scary and intimidating for kids. The more exposure kids have to firemen and what they look like, the less likely they will be fearful should they ever have to meet one in your home during a rescue.

Practice Stop, Drop & Roll

Although it is something taught every year in school to kids, most children under the age of five have never practiced this lifesaving technique for catching on fire. Little kids love to memorize patterns and practice action steps, so this is an easy one to make into a fun game for their safety.

This was a really fun activity for all of the kids today, and I learned a lot as well. We always want to think that a fire will never affect us, but it is better to have prepared, practiced and planned to be on the safe side! I hope you find these helpful for your kids’ safety and your peace of mind.

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We’ve visited the fire station a handful of times in the last few years. We most recently went for a scheduled tour with our church playgroup in July. There are lots of benefits to visiting the fire station, but the biggest (in my mind) was letting the children see a firefighter in his full gear (including the helmet and respirator).

I can imagine it being quite scary seeing a fireman in all his gear when there is actually a fire. Firefighters have said that some children have actually run away from them in an emergency situation because they were scared. Showing your child what a firefighter looks like fully dressed is a great way to prepare if a fire or emergency ever happens in your home!

Call your local fire station and see if you can schedule a tour. I’m sure they’ll happily oblige…especially if you bring them goodies!

Thanks to my friend Mercedes for this photo…I couldn’t find any of my pictures from our fire station tour!

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We visited a fire station on monday with my twin boys, they loved the trucks, but were freaked out about the coats and hats. I am glad we at least introduced them to the idea. They were given a bag of goodies, including a plastic firefighter hat, which they have warmed up to and insisted on wearing to the library today.

We arranged our visit because a fellow twin mom is a firefighter and she gave us the tour, but she said they give tours all the time, always free, for any size group. (ours was our family of 4, mom, dad, twin boys who will be two next month.) Totally worth calling to ask.

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What a great idea! I never would have considered it. I can definitely understand why children might be frightened of firemen. I’ll have to look into doing this with my daughter!

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I hope this isn't too dumb a question!!

Firstly - do you think this would be OK? i.e. would the guys mind? Secondly, can anyone tell me if there is any procedure/etiquette to this - i.e. can we just 'drop by' or should we call in advance? .

We're not too fussy about which one and are staying quite centrally at West 49th Street. I thought it might be an idea to see one in the vincinity of ground zero while we were down there but didn't want to intrude or make it seem like they were part of freak show for tourists. What do you think?

Hey Puddleduck - not sure on the ettiquette of just dropping in or calling first but just a suggestion - my dad was a Policeman and when we went over to Florida he went out with the Highway Patrol over there but he took some gifts from work - helmet badges, Police pins etc.....might be an idea to take some stuff with you.

I, personally, don't think it'd look like a freak show, esp with him being a firefighter himself and if there anything like the police they love swapping stories!

they are fantastic to visit. Ask, they can only say no...

While in NY last summer, I wandered over to the Midtown Fire house and bought a couple of their t-shirts. They were very nice. Each firehouse has their own shirt, better than the ones in the souvenir shops.

There's a fire station opposite the southwest corner of ground zero. They were very friendly to tourists when I visited in October.

There is also a fire station not far from you -- on Eighth Avenue around 47th or 48th. This is one of the large midtown high-rise units, and it lost one of its crews (I'd estimate 8-12 people) on September 11. You will probably see their names on a memorial plaque on the outside of the station.

Thanks for the info folks.

ljg1006 - that's exactly what he intended to do. In Canada he swapped T-shirts with firefighters and they had a blast swapping stories.

Jo76 & Chris49 - One of the things that I was worried about by just dropping by but it sounds like they are pretty cool about it. In sleepy Tiburon it was Ok to just hang around but I wasn't sure what it would be like in a busy city.

Jillian29 - tshirts are a 'must' my hubby tells me!

Kellerhummer & QQ2 - thanks for the local info. I'll keep a note of it for when we visit.

puddleduck, it is perfectly appropriate to just "drop by", and if the company is not out on a run, I have no doubt they would be absolutely delighted to meet a visiting firefighter from the UK. if your husband's fire company has a number, it would be appropriate to go to the firehouse with the same number and to see if he can get t-shirts (with the appropriate truck or ladder number) for the crew at home!! In addition, if he brings along patches/caps/shirts from home as presents, he will be given a very, very warm welcome!

The closest firehouse to the WTC is Ten-Ten (Ladder 10, and Engine 10 -- or "10 Truck" as they would say) on Liberty Street west of Church. My gut feeling, though, is that they get endlessly beseiged with tourists, and the welcome will not be quite so warm there. Other houses in that area are "Big Six" on Beekman Street east of Nassau, Engine 4/Ladder 15 on South Street below Old Slip, and Engine 7/Ladder 1 on Thomas Street between Church and Broadway. As mentioned above, Engine 54 is near your hotel at 48th and Eighth.

Here is an interactive map of firehouses throughout Manhattan:

http://www.nycfire.net/mnfiremap

http://www.nycfiremuseum.org/index.php

I would love to get some T-shirts for the guys in my family, but have never seen the fire stations "open". Looks like Engine 8 is at Lex and maybe 51st? Does anyone know if I can email before my next trip and find out when is the best time to go by and buy some shirts? Been wanting to do this for a while now......

thanks in advance for any tips

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One of the most memorable field trips a child can go on is a visit to the local fire station. There's just something about seeing all the firefighting equipment up close, getting to touch the fire truck (and even maybe get to sit or stand on it) and getting to talk to a real firefighter that stays with a kid forever.

A trip to your local fire station is easy to arrange and can enhance your school's fire safety week curriculum.

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• Prepare for the visit
• Have an emergency plan
• Thank the firefighters

1 Schedule your visit

Schedule your visit. Call the fire station in advance and agree on a time for your Scout troop, class or church group to visit. You also can email the station to make the arrangements.

2 Prepare for the visit

Prepare for the visit. If you are taking a group of children to the fire station, help them think of some age-appropriate questions beforehand to ask the firefighters. Write down the questions and take them with you.

3 Have an emergency plan

Have an emergency plan. Make sure to discuss with your fire station contact in advance what you and your group should do in case an emergency vehicle needs to leave the station quickly during your visit. Practice what to do with your group before the visit.

4 Thank the firefighters

Thank the firefighters. After the visit, be sure to make a thank-you poster or individual thank-you cards from the children. Have an adult deliver the thank-yous to the station some time after the tour.

• If you want your group to visit the fire station in September, October or November, call in January or February to schedule the trip. October is Fire Prevention Month, and the schedule for fire station visits will fill up quickly that time of year.
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The City of San Diego's fire stations are open daily from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. for tours and visits on a prearranged and approved basis .

Visitors are welcome to meet firefighters, paramedics and emergency medical technicians and see the equipment used to keep their neighborhoods safe.

Tours are limited to groups of 25 or fewer (adults and children). We request one adult for every five children visiting our facilities. Firefighters do not attend, or host birthday parties. If you are looking for a party venue with a firefighting theme, you may want to try San Diego's Firehouse Museum at 619-232-3473.

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Please be aware that the fire stations are on 24-hour call. Even with booked tours, the possibility exists that the crew could be called out due to an emergency and the station will be closed when you arrive.

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Fire station tours can be arranged for any of our station locations. For children under the age of 10, we ask that there be one adult chaperone per four children. 

LFRA’s on-duty fire crews can fulfill your request for fire station tours. In the event of a 911 request for emergency service, the crew may not be able to provide or complete the presentation or tour.  If you would like to continue to make a request, please click here to submit a request form , or call (970) 962-2613. 

Please note, a minimum of two weeks advanced notice is requested for scheduling fire station tours.

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Fire Station Visit

Go to the library and find a book about firemen and firefighting. Read the book to your child a few times and write down the list of questions your child asks about how houses start on fire, who gets to be a fireman, and how they get to the fire so fast. Explain the responsibilities of the local firefighters and how to call them in an emergency. Call the firestation first to make arrangements and then take your child to visit. A firefighter will gladly show your child around and answer any questions. Make sure you ask to see the heavy jackets firemen wear and how they store their boots and pants all ready to jump into when the siren rings.

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Visit A Fire Station

Candidates for the position of firefighter are strongly encouraged to visit a Los Angeles City Fire Station. Prior to your station visit, we encourage you to consider not only the rewards, but also the uncommon risks, roles and responsibilities of being a Firefighter and Emergency Medical Technician.

We suggest you prepare a brief list of questions regarding career employment with our agency, especially those focused on the rigorous personal and professional demands of being a Los Angeles Firefighter. The men and women at any of our neighborhood fire stations will be pleased to answer these questions while providing insight into our mission, character and culture of service.

HOW TO START:

Before you visit the fire station, call and speak with the on-duty Captain. The Captain will arrange a date and time for your visit. If you a requesting a group visit, special arrangements will be made to accommodate the group. The following information must be provided for the Captain:

• Date of your visit
• Time of your visit. The public may schedule a visit between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.
• Number of persons in your group
• Approximate age of the members in your group
• Any special accommodations needed

The need for LAFD members to attend drills, participate in training, complete station duties, maintain equipment or perform inspections, may require us to limit or adjust the time spent with visitors. Visits may be abruptly ended or postponed if personnel must respond to an emergency!

Public safety employees and others on official business seeking a formal agency visit or ride-a-long, must contact the Fire Department Community Liaison Office at (213) 978-3820. This office will instruct you on the procedures to acquire ride-a-long approval.

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Take the Tots on a Fire Station Tour

If your kiddo goes into a trance any time a red fire truck and its loud sirens pass by your house, then a trip to the local fire station is in your future. With a giant truck to check out, rooms to explore and fun hats, little firefighters will jump for joy. Many of the local San Diego fire stations are more than happy to show you their digs and give you a room-to-room tour of their station. We’ve got the inside scoop on everything you need to know to book your own fire station tour. But be ready to step out of the way if they get a call!

Setting Up the Station Tour It’s actually pretty easy to set up a visit to your local station. All you have to do is fill out this form and submit it to the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department three weeks prior to your proposed visit date. Each station is open from 9 – 11 a.m. and 2 – 5 p.m. for tours and visits. Tours are typically limited to 25 guests or less. The fire stations run and operate as they typically do, so there is a chance that the crew will be out on a call when you arrive. Have no fear though; you can always reschedule or hang out till they get back.

What to Check Out A visit to the fire station can really be just as fun for adults as it is for the kiddos. Getting an up-close and personal view of how fire fighters live while they wait on a call is sure to intrigue. Sleeping with constant alarms could even be compared to living like a parent with a newborn. You’ll learn about their call systems, the paperwork that needs to get filed and their meal arrangements. A fire house is run almost like any other house as far as day-to-day activities go. There is a full size kitchen with an extra large grill, bedrooms with closet space and workout equipment in the garage.

Most kiddos will agree the highlight of the visit is checking out the fire truck. The fire fighters lead the tour and show you the main parts of the truck. They may even let the little ones sit inside. The super cool part is seeing a fire fighter in his full gear. This part alone is awesome for a kiddo to see and understand that firefighters are there to help (and they aren’t scary). Some of the stations even have fun take-aways for the little ones. Coloring books, fire hats and fire fighter sticker badges are a fun way to remember a trip to the fire station.

A Step Beyond the Tour: Supporting Local Fire Fighters Most people aren’t aware that fire stations don’t receive a lot of funding. They purchase all of their own food for the station and do not have any luxuries. There isn’t really any decor or comfort items around unless people donate these items to the station. The San Diego Fire Rescue Foundation does an awesome job at supporting our fire fighters that need the extra equipment and necessities.

We often hear about people dropping off cookies and baked goods to their local stations to support, but they would love fresh fruits and veggies too! There is nothing better than a poster from the friends around town to show support to those who help us everyday.

Have you visited a local fire station with your kids? Tell us about it in the comments section.

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**Updated with Additional Offense and Photos** MPD Searching for Convenience Store Robbery Suspect

Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department's Criminal Investigations Division are seeking the community’s help to locate a robbery suspect targeting convenience stores.

On Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at approximately 12:03 p.m., the suspect entered a convenience store in the 3000 block of 14th Street, Northwest, and sprayed the contents of a fire extinguisher at employees before taking a cash register and fleeing. CCN: 24060677

The suspect was captured by surveillance cameras and can be seen in the photos below:

Previously, on April 18, 2024, at approximately 9:15 a.m., the suspect entered a convenience store in the 1700 block of Columbia Road, Northwest and sprayed the contents of a fire extinguisher at an employee before stealing money from the cash register and fleeing. CCN: 24057996

Previously, on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at approximately 12:46 a.m., the suspect entered a convenience store in the 5200 block of 3rd Street, Northeast, and began spraying a fire extinguisher at the victims. The suspect took the cash register drawer and fled the scene. CCN: 24057362

The suspect was captured by surveillance cameras and can be seen in the photos below and in this video: https://youtu.be/L1LPUGEp1Ek

Previously, on Monday, April 15, 2024, at approximately 6:30 a.m., the same suspect entered a convenience store in the 300 block of Hawaii Avenue, Northeast and grabbed some items before walking to the counter. He then grabbed a fire extinguisher and sprayed the clerk before stealing the cash register and other items. CCN: 24056303

The suspect was captured by surveillance cameras and can be seen in the photos below and in this video: https://youtu.be/1jUOoNVqvqc

Anyone who can identify this suspect or has any information about these incidents should take no action but call police at (202) 727-9099 or text your tip to the Department's TEXT TIP LINE at 50411. The Metropolitan Police Department currently offers a reward of up to $10,000 to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for a violent crime committed in the District of Columbia.