Ohio Firefighters Promote Safety Via Elf On The Shelf Photos
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WJZ/AP) — Ohio firefighters aiming to promote fire safety during the holidays are turning to the popular Elf on the Shelf for help to spread their message.
The Ohio Association of Professional Fire Fighters is sharing images on its Twitter and Facebook accounts that show the elf from the popular children's book visiting fire houses affiliated with the union, with the hastag #OapffElf.
Say hello to Ash, the #OapffElf. Throughout December, Ash will visit fire houses to check up on fire fighters & have a little holiday fun. pic.twitter.com/FONynyFtZL
— Ohio Fire Fighters (@Ohio_pro_ffs) December 1, 2016
One video shows the doll spinning on a drill as he purportedly helps a Springfield firefighter install a smoke detector. In other photos, the elf poses with a plush "firehouse dog" in Coshocton and rides in an ambulance.
Ash the #OapffElf is in Springfield. Smoke detector installation w Local 333 Pres. Andy Rigsbee was more than Ash could handle. @iaff333 pic.twitter.com/YxFYmnJouM
— Ohio Fire Fighters (@Ohio_pro_ffs) December 5, 2016
Ash the #OapffElf made a new friend while visiting Coshocton Fire Fighters Local 216. Ash and Jack the firehouse "dog" were up to no good. pic.twitter.com/HI7IeoNB7j
— Ohio Fire Fighters (@Ohio_pro_ffs) December 6, 2016
The union says the elf, which it named Ash, will be used throughout the month to help share reminders about being safe during activities such as displaying holiday lights, burning candles and using fireplaces.
While at Bath Twp Local 4539, Ash the #OapffElf not only got his own fire coat and helmet but got an ride on an elf-sized ladder truck. pic.twitter.com/KP2IQOoE7c
— Ohio Fire Fighters (@Ohio_pro_ffs) December 9, 2016
Don't be like Ash the #OapffElf when hanging lights. Take time to be safe.Don't use frayed cords-Don't overload circuits-Use sturdy ladder pic.twitter.com/1UoaekuDY3
— Ohio Fire Fighters (@Ohio_pro_ffs) December 8, 2016
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