Pullman FD to hold May 12 open house

Pullman Fire Department will have an open house at the main fire station, 620 South Grand, Saturday, May 12, from 1 to 4 p.m. with station tours, equipment demonstrations and children's activities. Representatives from Community Action Center, LifeFlight, American Red Cross, Whitcom, the Whitman County Coroner, Friends of Hospice, ProFormance Physical Therapy and Alternatives to Violence on the Palouse will be present.

“This is an opportunity for the community to see all the services that we provide as paramedics and firefighters with the Pullman Fire Department,” Chief Mike Heston said. “We’re grateful for the support that we receive from our citizens. We’re proud of our department and we want the community to see what their taxes have provided over the years.”

Firefighters will give demonstrations throughout the afternoon on their fire equipment and how to use fire extinguishers.

Photo opportunities with Sparky, an obstacle course, balloon animals and a special fire tunnel will be available for children.

Firefighters who are certified will do car seat checks and answer questions on ambulance billing.

Also, a representative will be present to help those interested in joining as a reserve firefighter.