The Abingdon Fire Station Open Day was a free event on Saturday, July 15th, from 11am to 3pm. The event was open to everyone and featured various activities that were very popular with young families and children.
Visitors could see and climb into real fire engines and see other emergency vehicles.
Firefighters demonstrated a rope rescue abseil from the tower and cut off a car roof to save the person inside.
People could learn how to prevent fires and what to do if a fire starts. There was also a chance to use a fire hose on a pretend burning building.
There was also a bouncy castle and food and drink available for purchase.
Donations could be made to the Fire Fighters Charity. The money raised from the event will go to help firefighters and their families who are injured or sick, or in need.
Glad to see this listing. Yesterday I watched local French firefighters receiving honours and recognition from the Mayor and other local dignitaries at the Bastille Day parade in the town where we are staying.
It would be good to have a similar annual recognition for our firefighters in Abingdon. It is a dangerous job and we should honour those who take it on.
Great event – fun and informative.