EG firemen urge residents to be prepared

The fall season brings many things to our surroundings, such as the beautiful leaves, harvesting of crops and cooler weather. Another thing it brings is Fire Prevention Week, which is an annual event meant to remind people to be prepared for the possibility of a fire. You never know when it might happen, and the results could be anything from minor smoke damage to total loss of property and possibly lives as well. New Eagle Grove Fire Chief Tom Peterson and Assistant Chief Travis Woodbeck took some time out of their busy schedules to offer some tips on what you can do to be ready.

“The biggest thing is having an escape plan,” said Peterson, a 30-year member of the department. “Make sure you have a designated meeting place.” “Having a family drill, to practice your plan, is also a good idea now,” added Woodbeck, a 26-year fireman for the City.

Read the full article in the October 20 edition of the Eagle.