The Town of Vernon Fire Department's first "Safety Day" was held on Sunday, October 8, 2000 and kicked off Fire Prevention week.  All of Vernon's fire and EMS apparatus turned out with a variety of displays, fire safety demonstrations and rescue scenarios.  The day was used as an effort to recruit new members for both the fire department and ambulance companies.  The Vernon Police Department and the Connecticut State Police also turned out with impressive representation.  Overall, the entire day was a great success.  Congratulations and appreciation to Ken Kalos, Steve Eppler and Steve Scanlon who put many long hours into the Safety Day planning and organization.

Ariel view from Truck 541. ET541, ET441 and Command 441 shown.

Ariel view from Truck 541.

Ariel view from Truck 541. Rescue 441 and ET341 shown.

Ariel view from Truck 541. Rescue 141, Rescue 541, E441, Tower 141 and ET441 shown.

The new Engine 441 made it's first public appearance at Safety Day. CT Fire Apparatus President, Chuck Glenny presents Chief Robert Kelley with Engine 441's title.

Engine 441

Engine 441

Engine 441

Rescue 141

Rescue 541 and Engine 441

Tower 141

The "Recruiting" Tent

Rockville's Pride & Joy

The 'ol girl can still pump water. ET 241 provide the portable pond.

Truck 541 demonstrating a roof rescue.

CT State Police's "Convincer"

The Sphinx Cycle Unit

The Sphinx Cycle Unit

Vernon Police Department's Command Unit

CT State Police Cruiser

Firefighter "Mitch"

Members from Rescue 141 and 441 demonstrate a rope rescue.

Members from Rescue 141 and 441 demonstrate a rope rescue.

Foreground ET241 & Rockville Steamer; background ET541 & 441

Foreground Rescue 141 & 541; background Tower 141 & ET341

Steve & Steve passing out free pamphlets.

ET 541 demonstrated a stove fire in a typical household stove.

Is the day over yet??  Maisie, a black Lab from the CT State Police, relaxes after a long day.