The Biloxi Fire Department is now taking applications from youngsters for its hugely popular Fire Academy for Kids.
The program is a free, five-day participatory program for children agbes 7 to 12 and is conducted at the at Fire Station No. 1, at 170 Porter Ave., and at the West End Hose Company #3 Fire Museum, at 1046 Howard Ave.
The academy will be conducted from June 9-13, with an advanced academy from June 16-20.
The sessions allow campers to learn life-safety skills in fire safety and first aid through classroom activities, hands-on training and homework. They are also introduced up close and personal to firefighters, the equipment they use and the jobs they perform. Each day snacks and a beverage will be provided to the children.
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