There were squeals of excitement as Miller Avenue students got a glimpse of the bright, red firetruck and ambulance in the school’s driveway. In recognition of Fire Prevention Week, the elementary students took time out of their studies to learn about fire safety from the community’s experts – the Rocky Point Fire Department. 

Firefighters second lieutenant Sean McCabe, Anthony Meringolo and Katy Pettit demonstrated how fire equipment on the truck was used and allowed the students to get up close and personal to the trucks and gear. They were even able to board the ambulance. The firefighters spoke about not being afraid of firefighters when they come to a home, how to exit a building safely during a fire and the importance of having a family meeting place. 

Most importantly, the students were ready to take on a lifetime of fire prevention and safety knowledge.