Cannon hosts fire prevention week events

CANNON AIR FORCE BASE — The 27th Special Operations Civil Engineer Squadron held Fire Prevention Week Oct. 8-12. at Cannon Air Force Base.

U.S. Air Force photo: Airman 1st Class Ericka Engblom

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Anthony Figiera, 27th Special Operations Civil Engineer Squadron commander, and his family enjoy the firefighter's open house at Cannon Air Force Base

U.S. Air Force photo: Airman 1st Class Ericka Engblom

A firefighter with the 27th Special Operations Civil Engineer Squadron helps Lathan Chavez into a fire protection suit during the fire fighters open house at Cannon Air Force Base.Fire Prevention Week is an annual event that is dedicated to spreading fire prevention techniques to the community and thanking those who serve and protect.

The base hosted several events for base personnel and dependants in an effort to encourage and promote feelings toward personal responsibility for fire prevention within the Cannon community.

For information regarding fire prevention or safety, contact Bruce Ford at 575-784-2578 or visit the National Fire Prevention Association website.