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CAMP LEMONNIER, Djibouti – The Camp Lemonnier Fire and Emergency Services Department kicked off Fire Prevention Week (FPW), on base, Oct. 4, 2020. FPW is an annual event observed across the U.S. and Canada as well as on U.S. military bases worldwide to promote fire safety awareness.
According to the National Fire Protection Association, FPW is observed during the week of Oct. 9, in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire, which began on Oct. 8, 1871, and caused devastating damage. In 1925, President Calvin Coolidge proclaimed FPW a national observance, making it the longest-running public health observance in the U.S. This year’s event takes place Oct. 4-10, with this year’s focus being on “Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen!”.
Camp Lemonnier Assistant Fire Chief, Steve Farnelli, explained the goal of FPW here at Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti (CLDJ), is to bring awareness to CLDJ residents about fire safety and prevention.
“At CLDJ, the most common fires are electrical,” said Farnelli. “Prevention starts with being mindful of electrical appliances, daisy chains, overloading circuits and transformers.”
Farnelli encourages CLDJ members to stop by the Dorie Miller Galley today, Oct. 8, to view the static display of items that have caused fires in the past at CLDJ.
CLDJ Emergency Management Officer, Lt. Cmdr. David Johnston, said FPW is the perfect time for CLDJ residents to become more knowledgeable about fire safety.
“Fire prevention is everyone’s responsibility,” said Johnston. “I encourage everyone to take part in Fire Prevention Week by looking at the displays, learning from the fire department and becoming more aware of how we can all prevent fires.”
CLDJ residents must report all fires as soon as possible. For emergencies, call DSN: 911 or, for cell phones, call 21-359-056. For non-emergencies, CLDJ residents can call DSN: 824-2428.
Camp Lemonnier provides, operates and sustains superior service in support of combat readiness and security of ships, aircraft, detachments and personnel for regional and combatant command requirements, enabling operations and providing stability in the Horn of Africa while fostering positive U.S.-African Nations relations.
| Date Taken: | 10.08.2020 |
| Date Posted: | 10.08.2020 03:37 |
| Story ID: | 380513 |
| Location: | DJ |
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