These fire and EMS videos showcase a lot of generosity, Santa Claus, storytimes and even a little fun with emergency vehicles.
Santa letters
Like many other fire departments, the Orangeburg (N.Y.) Volunteer Fire Department recently hosted a holiday parade. Check out some decked out emergency vehicles and one super-excited kid.
The department also has been collecting children’s letters to Santa.
A fireside story
The Quincy (Illinois) Fire Department has been posting a series of bedtime stories. Here’s Firefighter Zelton Crose and sign language interpreter Paige Bichsel presenting “Santa Pups.”
I told you I can play
Speaking of stories for children, here’s one from Douglas County (Georgia) Fire and EMS.
Fun with a classic
The Waterloo Region Association of Professional Paramedics & the Region of Waterloo Paramedic Services made this awesome video set to a classic holiday song.
Everyone loves a parade
Star EMS of Pontiac, Michigan, has been sponsoring an annual holiday parade for years. This year, the service had two balloons plus ambulances in the event. It started with a hearty-looking breakfast.
Strolling with Santa
Can’t get enough holiday parades? Watch Santa walk and wave with some Sea Breeze (N.Y.) firefighters.
Safety tips
On the serious side, quite a few fire departments have been posting winter fire safety videos.
One FDNY video includes this catchy tip: Spaceheaters need space. Watch for all the other important tips you may want to share with your community.