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Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst

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Hands-on event closes out Fire Prevention Week

To close out Fire prevention week, James Quinn, Lakehurst Fire inspector, shows Team McGuire families how to use a fire extinguisher Oct. 11 in the BX parking lot. Mr. Quinn discussed the importance of fire prevention and gave participants the chance to test their skills at putting out fires. The McGuire, Fort Dix and Lakehurst Fire Departments hosted the hands-on event. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Francis Lalic)

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Hands-on event closes out Fire Prevention Week

McGuire Fireman Michael Lanctot, 305th Civil Engineer Squadron, demonstrates how to use the "jaws of life" to the Team McGuire community Oct. 11. The rescue tool is used to cut large metal objects, like cars, in case of an emergency. The hands-on event culminated Fire Prevention Week, held Oct. 5-11. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Francis Lalic)

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Hands-on event closes out Fire Prevention Week

Published Oct. 15, 2008