Wellsville Fire Department Coordinated Multi-Agency Fire Prevention Visit

Wellsville, N.Y. — October 7 — The Wellsville NY Volunteer Fire Department partnered with the Allentown Fire Department and Willing Volunteer Hose Company No.1 to conduct a fire prevention program at Wellsville Elementary School. The event reached over 500 students and around 45 to 50 staff members, covering grades from prekindergarten through fifth grade.

The program started with a fire safety presentation given by Second Assistant Chief Fleischman. He shared essential safety practices and explained how students can prepare for emergencies.

After the presentation, students had the chance to tour the fire vehicles and take part in hands-on activities. The Wellsville Fire Department sent 15 firefighters and showcased their vehicles: Wellsville 1, Wellsville 2, Wellsville 3, and Wellsville 9.Four more firefighters from Allentown and Willing joined the event, each department displaying an engine.

This visit allowed students to view firefighting equipment up close, ask questions, and gain a better understanding of the work done by local emergency responders.

School-based fire prevention programs help children learn about fire risks and how to respond safely during emergencies.

The National Fire Protection Association offers educational materials for children and families on fire prevention, smoke alarms, and escape planning.

The Wellsville Fire Department expressed appreciation to Wellsville Central School for hosting the event and acknowledged the neighboring departments for their support in the educational initiative. The program emphasized the importance of collaboration among fire departments in providing safety education to the community.