CASSIAR, B.C. May 1969

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The photo above shows the Cassiar Volunteer Fire Brigade in action against the fire in the
former Fletcher Day home.

The Brigade is to be congratulated on their fine performance in this and other fires. Flames
which could have spread to neighbouring homes were confined to the upper storey of the
burning building.

Traffic and on-lookers cause confusion at a spectacle such as a fire, and can cause injury.
Cars should be driven no nearer than one block away from the scene. When parked they
must be off the street and allow enough room so as not to obstruct any streets the fire
engines might take for more water or those streets which the ambulance might be required
to take in case of injury. Room must be left for the wrecker as well, as it may be needed to
remove fuel barrels.

Children should not be allowed to view a fire as though it were a circus. Children that are
unattended could be injured by men and hoses trying to get around them, or by debris falling
from the burning building.

Hindrance from children and well meaning adults can cause injury to on-lookers and
Firemen alike. If you wish to help, keep cars and people back. Ask the Fire Chief before
dashing to the assistance of the Fire Department.

Remember — The Firemen are trained, You are not.
Photo courtesy Mr. |. Rovak