Sussex Fire Department Conducts Fire Prevention Program at Wantage School
Photo by Sussex Fire DepartmentCrew members from Colesville and Wantage Fire Departments stand ready with their apparatus for Fire Prevention Day.
Photo by Sussex Fire DepartmentTeam members from Beemerville Fire Company join in to teach students about fire safety and preparedness.
Photo by Sussex Fire DepartmentFirefighters demonstrate equipment and apparatus to students, showing how each truck serves a specific role during emergencies.
Photo by Sussex Fire DepartmentStudents learn about firefighter gear and how it keeps responders safe during real-life incidents.
October 15, 2025 — The Sussex Fire Department’s Fire Prevention team, joined by members of the Beemerville Fire Company and Colesville Fire Company, visited Wantage School this morning as part of ongoing Fire Prevention Month activities.
During the program, firefighters taught students important fire safety lessons, including how to know and provide their home address in an emergency, the importance of establishing a family meeting spot, and understanding the protective gear firefighters wear while on duty.
After the classroom portion, students were divided into smaller groups and rotated through various apparatus demonstrations, where they explored the equipment and learned about the specific functions of each vehicle.
The event provided students with both practical knowledge and hands-on experience, reinforcing essential fire safety habits in a fun and engaging way. Officials reported that the day was a great success, with both students and firefighters enjoying the experience.
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