On August 27, the Police & Fire Communication Center received reports of a multi-vehicle accident at the intersection of Washington Ave and Harding St. Fire crews arrived on scene to assist California Highway Patrol in rendering CPR to the driver of a motorcycle. Fire crews also assisted a passenger in another vehicle and treated him at the scene for minor injuries. Patient was then transported to a nearby hospital. The accident is under investigation by Escondido Police Department and California Highway Patrol.
On September 1, Fire Prevention Specialist, Alex Vasquez, and Fire Department Specialist, Alan Skaja, visited Classical Academy to speak with classes about fire prevention, as part of National Fire Prevention Week. Alex spoke with the children about how to prevent fires and maintain safety, while Alan demonstrated firefighter skills and showed children what firefighters wear in order to keep themselves safe when fighting fires. This was day 3 of a 3-day visit to local schools. In addition to school visits, children were encouraged to participate in the annual Fire Prevention Poster Contest put on by the City of Escondido.
