EL CAJON SAFETY & CAREER EXPO IS OCTOBER 13

October 6, 2012 (El Cajon) – The El Cajon Safety and Career Expo will take place October 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Fire Station 6, 100 East Lexington Ave., El Cajon.  This year’s event will honor the city’s centennial.  Heartland Fire and Rescue Fire Chief Rick Sitta will host the noon welcome ceremony that includes a tribute to responders and a tribute to the City of El Cajon’s Centennial.

The free event includes over 40 exhibits addressing important issues such as fire safety, disaster preparedness and driving safety. The child safety fun zone will have a giant inflatable house and fire safety trailer where children can learn about having a home escape plan in case of fire. The Kiwanis Club of East San Diego County will be giving away free safety helmets – while supplies last. Home Depot will offer their children’s safety workshop.  The Office of Emergency Services and the American Red Cross will have additional disaster preparedness information as well. 

Visit www.heartlandfire.org for more information.