Southampton Fire Company is holding two events this fall: a Junior Day for teens and a Fire Prevention Open House for all community members.

Junior Day will be held on Saturday, September 19, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the firehouse, located at 925 Street Road, Southampton, PA. The free event is designed for local teens, ages 14-17, who are curious about the fire service and interested in learning more about what it means to be part of the Southampton Fire Company. Participants will gain hands-on experience and try some of the skills our junior firefighters use, such as pulling a fire hose and hooking up a fire hydrant. Participants will also have the opportunity to meet fire company members, learn about the equipment used by firefighters and get a firsthand look at the fire service.

“We hope Junior Day will inspire the next generation of volunteers,” said President Mike Lorenz. “Join us for a fun day of discovering if the fire service is right for you.”

Teens must register in advance at https://www.tinyurl.com/JuniorDaySFC and receive parental permission.

Southampton Fire Company will also host a Fire Prevention Open House on Thursday, October 8, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The family-friendly event will feature fire truck tours, live fire and safety demonstrations, activities for children and opportunities to meet local firefighters.

The open house will be held during Fire Prevention Week, which runs from October 4-10 and emphasizes the National Fire Protection Association’s (NFPA) theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging is a Superpower.”

The campaign encourages residents to practice safe charging habits when using lithium-ion battery-powered devices, which include everyday devices such as smartphones, laptops, power tools, and toys. Residents should use the charger that came with their devices, charge devices on a hard, flat surface and unplug them once fully charged.

Both events offer an opportunity for community members to connect with Southampton Fire Company and learn more about the people who help keep the community safe.

As a 100% volunteer fire company, Southampton Fire Company is always seeking dedicated individuals to join its team. The community can learn more about volunteering at both events or visit www.JoinSouthamptonFire.org.