The San Marcos Fire Department's annual Open House and Cal State San Marcos' annual "Because I Care" Community Resource Fair will commence Saturday, Oct.13 from 10 am to 2 pm. With free admission, both events are conveniently located at neighboring sites creating two events at one location for community fun the whole family can enjoy.

Click to view the "Because I Care" and SMFD Open House Event Flyer 

Held in recognition of National Fire Prevention Week which is Oct. 7 to 13, the San Marcos Fire Department invites residents to its open house at Fire Station #1 located 180 West Mission Road.

This year's theme, “Have Two Ways OUT!,” focuses on the importance of fire escape planning and practice. Fire is unpredictable and moves faster than most people realize. Having a tried and true escape plan with two ways out is essential to ensuring safety should fire break out in a home. To learn more about “Have Two Ways Out!” visit NFPA’s web site at www.firepreventionweek.org. There are special activities and printable materials to assist in fire prevention education.

With numerous events planned that will appeal to children and adults alike, the open house will give the community an opportunity to visit the fire station and learn about the San Marcos Fire Department. Children will have an opportunity to dress up in firefighter clothing, use a fire hose, practice “Stop, Drop and Roll,” and learn about home exit drills. Adults will have an opportunity to use a fire extinguisher on an actual fire and receive fire safety and emergency preparedness information. In addition, there will also be a firefighters’ BBQ with proceeds to benefit a local charity.

Please mark your calendars, bring your cameras and come visit your fire department.

If you have any questions, please contact the San Marcos Fire Department’s Fire Prevention Office at (760) 744-1050 ext 3405.