By: Master Firefighter Tim Burns
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| Photo provided by MFF Tim Burns |
This week is Senior Safety Week as part of the MCFRS summer of
safety. To that end, the crew from Fire Station 16 A-Shift spent a few hours at
Schweinhaut Senior Center on Forest Glen Road last weekend speaking with local
seniors.
During their visit they were able to explain the new smoke alarm requirements in Montgomery County, perform blood pressure screenings, pass out "File of Life" materials, and schedule personal visits for in home smoke alarm checks for anyone who wanted them.
The crew will be following up with a second visit in September, offering the same services. Additionally, there is talk of a pool tournament in the future between some of the resident sharks at the center and the crew from 16-A, all for fun of course.
During their visit they were able to explain the new smoke alarm requirements in Montgomery County, perform blood pressure screenings, pass out "File of Life" materials, and schedule personal visits for in home smoke alarm checks for anyone who wanted them.
The crew will be following up with a second visit in September, offering the same services. Additionally, there is talk of a pool tournament in the future between some of the resident sharks at the center and the crew from 16-A, all for fun of course.
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