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Members of a previous Henrico Fire Civilians Academy (Courtesy Henrico Fire)

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Enrollment for the Henrico Fire Civilians Fire Academy has opened and will remain open through Sept. 26.

The program is open to citizens who want to experience a unique opportunity to get a glimpse into the role of a Henrico firefighter.

Throughout the program, participants will engage in classroom instruction and hands-on training led by firefighters. Participants will have the chance to:

  • explore a fire engine;
  • operate a fire hose;
  • wear turn-out gear;
  • ride on the fire boat;
  • use vehicle extrication tools;
  • operate thermal imaging cameras;
  • participate in hazardous materials demonstrations;
  • learn rescue methods;
  • understand how the Henrico Division of Fire prepares for local and county-wide emergencies.

The program will begin Oct. 9 and be held weekly for nine weeks, and a graduation ceremony will take place Dec. 11 at 6:30 p.m.

To learn more or register for the academy, click here.

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