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Community Oct 01, 2019
Move over Smokey; there is a new bear in town. – Courtesy photo / MFD
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Monrovia Fire & Rescue introduced anofficial mascot, Samson, who will take an active role in embracing thedepartment’s community outreach initiatives.
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“Our City has a rich history with Samson theBear,” said Brad Dover, fire chief. “By identifying Samson as the department’sofficial mascot, we can better engage our community and spread our message offire safety in an innovative and progressive way.”
Samson will assist firefighters in spreadingimportant fire safety topics including: home fire escape plan, emergency9-1-1, fire extinguishers, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and stop, dropand roll.
Read More: Monrovia Fire & Rescue Observes 2019 Fire Prevention Week
On Oct. 5, Monrovia Fire & Rescue will kickoff Fire Prevention Week with an open house and a special appearance by Samson.Station 101, located on 141 E. Lemon Ave., will be opening its doors to thegeneral public from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Additionally, Monrovia Fire & Rescuewill host a junior firefighter challenge—a course designed for kids to simulatefirefighter drills—as well as an Auto Extrication demonstration. Thedemonstration will include tools and procedures the department uses in order toextricate a patient from an automobile accident.
Stay up to date with Samson on his fireprevention adventures by following him on Instagram and Facebook.
