An open day is being held at the £3 million redeveloped Stornoway fire station on Robertson Road.
The event between midday and 4pm on 28 October offers an opportunity to view the extensive refurbishment and the new facilities provided.
The station is fully accessible, with facilities, including a lift to the first floor.
On the day firefighters will demonstrate the use of gastight suits, simulated rescue following a car crash and a rescue from height.
People can look around the fire engines and handle some of the specialised equipment carried.
► £3 million fire station revamp opened
CPR/defibrillator training sessions are planned, photo displays, home fire safety advice will be available while visitors will be able to sign up for a free home fire safety check.
Other attractions for children include a bouncy castle, some fire service merchandise for sale, children’s tombola, activity sheets and treasure hunt, and of course the opportunity to spray water about.
There will be a short service of station dedication at 12.30pm by Rev Kenny I MacLeod.
Mr MacLeod has a connection with the station as his son Norman was one of a number
of ex-
Entry to the event is free but there will be a couple of buckets available for any voluntary donations to the Fire Service Family Support Trust and Firefighters Charity. The North representative of the Family Support Trust will be present at the event.
Watch Manager, John Campbell said: “We extend a warm welcome to all members of our community to come and visit the station.
“This is a great opportunity to meet the firefighters and district staff, have a look around the new building and also see for themselves what the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service does to help keep our communities safe”.
“There should be plenty to view during the event, and if you feel hungry there will be a burger van on site.”
No parking is available at the station due to lack of space.
However there will be a area set aside at the front of the station to allow the dropping off and later picking up of anyone less able or using a wheelchair.
Open Day at Stornoway Fire Station
19 Oct 2017
