We'd like to see people turn the stove off when they go answer the phone.
- John Vandeven
“Wish I could climb up there,” one youngster said, looking at the highest fire ladder in the yard.
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“I don’t think so,” came a quick adult response.
But there were plenty of chances to explore less lofty parts of fire trucks at six regional stations during Saturday’s Fire and Rescue NSW annual open day.
At the Albury Civic station in Kiewa Street, units from the host brigade, Albury Central, Country Fire Authority, Rural Fire Service and Albury and Border Rescue Squad stood ready for young participants.
The occasion included a sausage sizzle and giveaways like fire hats, stickers, colouring books and wooden spoons that advised users to keep looking when cooking.
Albury Civic Fire Station captain John Vandeven said many house fires started in the kitchen.
“People get distracted when they’re cooking, the phone rings, someone knocks at the door,” he said.
“So we’d like to see people turn the stove off when they go answer the phone or whatever.”
Children started arriving at the open day right from the 10am start, some dressed in their own firefighting gear.
“It’s a great opportunity for people to come and meet their local firies, see how a real fire station works and also have a bit of fun,” Mr Vandeven said.
