Children in Biloxi will have the chance to learn what it takes to be a firefighter this summer as the Biloxi Fire Department opens registration for its annual Fire Academy for Kids.
The academy is a free, five-day participatory camp for children ages 7 to 12 and will take place at the Biloxi Fire Department Training Center in Fire Station No. 7 located at 1656 Popp’s Ferry Road. This year, the program is scheduled for Monday, June 1 through Friday, June 5, and Monday, June 8 through Friday, June 12. Both sessions will take place from 8 a.m. to noon. The deadline to submit an application is Friday, April 24, by 5 p.m.
The sessions allow campers to learn life-safety skills in fire safety and first-aid through classroom activities, hands-on training, and homework. They are also introduced to firefighters up close and personal, the equipment they use, and the jobs they perform. Each day, snacks and a beverage will be provided to the children. Participation for both beginner and advanced camps is limited.
The sessions allow campers to learn life-safety skills in fire safety and first aid through classroom activities, hands-on training, and homework. They will also be introduced up close and personal to firefighters, the equipment they use, and the jobs they perform. Each day, snacks and a beverage are provided to the children.
See the registration flyer
See the registration form
News and Notes: Spring Break traffic, road closures
Spring Break traffic plan: The possibility of increased vehicle and pedestrian traffic expected this weekend during spring break. A special events traffic plan is put in place for any major event that impacts the roadways. To see the Spring Break traffic plan, click here.
Road closures: For information on traffic advisories and road closures visit the traffic page on the City of Biloxi’s website by clicking here.
