Fire Prevention Week

While one fire fighter demonstrates equipment, another firefighter is reflected in the door of the Sikeston Department of Public Safety Firetruck.

Kailey Couch, a student at Matthews Elementary School, checks out the fire gear of a member of the Department of Public Safety. DPS was at Matthews Elementary School as part of Fire Prevention Week. Pictured with Kailey is Konnie Lott. (Jill Bock, staff)

Matthews Elementary students raise their hands to ask questions. (Jill Bock, Staff)

The "jaws of life" draw youngsters' attention. (Jill Bock, staff)

First grade students at Matthews Elementary listen intently as officers with the Sikeston Department of Public Safety explained the equipment on the fire truck. (Jill Bock, staff)

Fire Pup was a popular member of the team from the Sikeston Department of Public Safety at Matthews Elementary School Monday afternoon. Fire Pup dispensed "high fives" and hugs to the children as they left the presentation by the officers. (Jill Bock, staff)

Youngsters react as the firetruck's siren is sounded. (Jill Bock, staff)