Cutting Up Cars to Learn: Marion Firefighters Train in Auto Extrication

Marion, N.Y. — October 16, 2026 — Marion Elementary kindergarteners visited the Marion Fire Department for a Fire Prevention Month field trip, where they learned about fire safety and volunteer firefighters. 

Nine department members participated in the visit, as announced by the department. Various volunteers gave their personal work time to assist with the program. 

Sparky the Fire Dog introduced the students to the group, and then firefighters covered basic fire safety practices. The curriculum covered essential safety actions like stop, drop, and rolling while protecting the face, the proper response to a smoke alarm, the dangers of children playing with fire, and safe building evacuation procedures during emergencies.