Citizen’s Fire Academy in Temple

If you're interested in becoming a firefighter, or if you're interested in what our area firefighters do and how they do it, then this is for you.

Temple Fire & Rescue are giving people a chance to see what it takes to be a part the fire department.

Why do fire hydrants have different colored tops? What is a Paramedic Engine Company? These and so many more question will be answered every Tuesday in the 9 weeks of classes. The classes will be April 4th to May 30th from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Other things that will be discussed include...

• Fitting of Turnout Gear
• CPR training and overview of EMS operations
• Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus and smoke training
• Use of Thermal Imaging Camera
• Use of fire streams
• Ladder Truck Demonstration
• Fire & Safety Awareness
• Emergency Management and Arson Investigation

Plus more.

The classes are absolutely free and all materials will be provided.

Contact Temple Fire & Rescue at (254) 298-5682 to register.