Forbes Fire Station will be open from 10am to 2pm and families are encouraged to come along and meet their local firefighters and learn more about fire prevention.

A range of free activities will be on offer, including firefighting demonstrations, station tours and fire safety presentations. 

Firefighters will also be able to provide advice on installing smoke alarms, changing smoke alarm batteries and preparing a home fire escape plan.

Children will be able to see fire engines and firefighting equipment up close, which is always one of the highlights of this much-anticipated day.

“With winter approaching, the open day is a timely opportunity to talk to the experts about home fire safety,” station commander Brian Clarke said.

“Winter is the worst time of the year for home fires, with 60 per cent of all house fires occurring in the cooler months of May to September.

“Head over to Forbes Fire Station on open day and talk to our firefighters face-to-face about simple safety tips you can use to ensure you and your family escape a fire quickly and safely.”