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The Firehawk program is a very special program run by the Torrington Fire Department. Overseen by Deputy Fire Marshal Francis Hine, this unique program provides counseling and friendship to children who have experimented with matches and lighters. Juvenile fire setters are paired with fire fighters trained to provide the necessary education and support. Children are required to complete a series of projects and exercises dealing with the appropriate use of fire. The Firehawk has assisted hundreds of local children
since it's inception.
 The Fire Prevention School Program is operated through the Fire Marshal's office coordinates this annual program, reaching out to all elementary-aged school children with assorted fire safety messages, such as "Stop, Drop and Roll", "Call 911", and "Never Play with Matches."
One of the reasons this program is so effective can be attributed to the unique ways in which the messages are conveyed. When fire fighters visit the schools, they deliver their message via 'Freddy the Fire Engine' or by utilizing the 'Kid's Fire Safety House'. Freddy is a remote control engine with winking eyes and a moving mouth. Fire fighters utilize a headset to project their voices through Freddy, enabling them to communicate with the kids in an entertaining, but informative fashion.
The 30' Fire Safety Trailer is used to provide entire families with a realistic but safe message on fire safety. Designed to resemble a house, the trailer is comprised of props that provide the realistic lesson. This trailer is made available to all elementary-aged school children.
Torrington Fire Department Child Safety Seat Checks Program. We have Technicians on duty please call for appointments. The technicians will help with your car seat installation.
FOUR OUT OF FIVE CAR SEATS ARE INSTALLED INCORRECTLY...
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