Versailles FFA to Host Free Community Safety Event “Igniting Awareness” on October 9th
Including Free Meal and Free Smoke Detector/Fire Extinguisher
The Versailles FFA is proud to invite all Versailles and surrounding area residents to Igniting
Awareness, a free community safety event aimed at promoting fire prevention, preparedness,
and public safety awareness. The event will be held on Wednesday, October 9, from 6:00 p.m.
to 8:00 p.m. at the Versailles Fire Station, 320 Baker Road, Versailles, OH. The event starts at
6:00 p.m. with a complimentary dinner featuring hamburgers, sausage patties, hot dogs, chips,
baked beans, soft serve ice cream, brownies, cookies, and drinks. During the meal, attendees
will have the chance to visit a variety of informational booths and speak with fire and safety
professionals from organizations including the Versailles Fire Department, American Red Cross,
Darke County Farm Bureau, OSU Extension, and the State Fire Marshal’s Office. Guest can
come in time between 6:00pm to 7:00pm to receive the free meal. At 7:00pm the program will
start and include an educational program for adults and kids. The event will feature a special
kids' program, which includes hands-on activities such as inflatable fire safety house, second
story bail out ladder, spraying fire hoses, climbing on fire trucks, trying on firefighter gear, etc.
At 7:00pm, adult Attendees will hear from three expert presenters. Andrea LeMaster, Fire, Life,
and Safety Educator with the State Fire Marshal’s Office, will discuss fire extinguisher use and
maintenance, as well as home escape planning and drills. Brian Pearson, Versailles Fire Chief,
will address fire risks associated with home cleanliness and hoarding, provide Ohio fire
statistics, and emphasize the importance of smoke detector placement and upkeep, especially
in rural and agricultural buildings. Ken Johnson from the Darke County EPA will share
information on fire policies and resources available to local residents. As part of the event, free
smoke detectors and fire extinguishers will be distributed to attendees. This event is being
sponsored by a grant received by Ohio FFA Association. This community-focused program is
designed for all ages and is a great opportunity to increase safety knowledge in a hands-on,
engaging environment. RSVPs are requested by September 24. Please RSVP using the google
form: https://forms.gle/ieChzf6MjN7Znpto7 or using the QR Code: Don't miss this
chance to connect with your local safety professionals and learn valuable tips that could save
lives. For more information or to RSVP, please contact the Versailles FFA by emailing Dena
Wuebker at dena.wuebker@vtigers.org or call/text at 937-423-2369 or Taylor Bergman at
taylor.bergman@vtigers.org or text/call at 937-621-9136.
