VIDEO: Kids at the Airway Heights Library got a hands-on look at firefighting during a special story time visit from the Airway Heights Fire Department. The library’s regular program usually includes books, songs, dances and time to play with toys. This time, kids also got to check out a real fire truck.

Training Chief Jack Schaefer joined the event and led part of the fun before the tour. He read books and sang songs with the kids before showing them around the truck. Schaefer said the visit gave kids in Airway Heights a chance to learn more about what firefighters do in their community. He also said he was excited to bring the event back again.

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