CHILDREN who attended the Cambewarra Rural Fire Service satellite station on Saturday now have a better idea of what to do in a house fire, after trying out the smoke house.
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Brigade captain Stuart Thaler said the children were impressed with the smoke house, an educational aid designed to show them what to do if their home catches fire.
Mr Thaler said it was imperative for families to have fire plans and for children to be taught them an early age.
“They are the ones who don’t know what to do. At a young age, it’s the best time to teach. They should not be scared but instead, make sure that they have learnt their evacuation plan,” he said.
The open day was an opportunity for residents to gain an understanding of what the brigade did – and hopefully drum up some new recruits.
Visitors chatted with volunteers over coffee and a barbecue and got to see the equipment used by the brigade.
A volunteer with 21 years’ experience with the Rural Fire Service, Mr Thaler highlighted the benefits of becoming involved.
“It is community focused with team work. It is a place where friendships are formed and everything you do is nationally accredited,” he said.
“We are absolutely always open for people who are interested to join.”