Cork City Fire Brigade to Bring Live Demos and Fire Safety Advice to Cork Summer Show

Cork City Fire Brigade will be out in force at this year's Cork Summer Show, bringing a family-friendly display that mixes live demonstrations with practical fire safety advice for visitors of all ages.

Visitors can call in to meet their local firefighters and explore a dedicated Community Fire Safety Vehicle, alongside a wide range of operational equipment. Live demonstrations will cover specialist gear including Road Traffic Collision (RTC) equipment, Breathing Apparatus, and water rescue gear, giving the public a genuine insight into the work carried out every day by the brigade.

The Lord Mayor, Cllr Fergal Dennehy said:

"I am delighted to support Cork City Fire Brigade's message of fire safety, and I would encourage everyone to visit Cork City Fire Brigade when they are at the Cork Summer Show. Cork City Fire Brigade preform an essential service for the city, and I am eternally grateful for their service."

Alongside the displays, firefighters will be sharing straightforward but important fire safety advice. Key messages include checking smoke alarms, having a clear home escape plan, and keeping doors closed at night to slow the spread of fire. The central advice is simple: Get out, Stay out, and Call the Fire Brigade. People are also reminded to call 999 or 112 in an emergency and to know their Eircode so that crews can reach them as quickly as possible.

A particular focus will be placed on the growing risks of charging devices in the home, especially those powered by lithium-ion batteries such as e-scooters and e-bikes. Firefighters will highlight the dangers of overloading sockets, charging devices overnight, and using damaged batteries or incorrect chargers, with simple steps able to greatly reduce the risk of fire.

Kitchen fire safety will also feature, with reminders to avoid leaving cooking unattended and to have fire blankets and extinguishers at home, along with the knowledge of how to use them.

A/Senior Executive Fire Officer Cormac O'Shea said:

"The aim is to connect with the public in an engaging and practical way. We want to show both sides of what we do, not just responding to emergencies but helping to prevent them in the first place. Events like the Cork Summer Show are a fantastic opportunity to meet people, have a chat and share simple advice that can help keep families safe."

Younger visitors are well catered for, with children able to try on fire gear, have their photo taken with firefighters, and have a go with a training fire extinguisher under supervision. Fire-themed colouring books and keyrings will also be on hand, making fire safety learning fun and memorable for the youngest members of the family.

Cork City Fire Brigade is encouraging everyone attending the show to stop by, say hello, and take away a few life-saving reminders.