LAKEPORT >> The 2015 Heroes of Health and Safety Fair will be held on Saturday, Oct. 17, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lake County Fairgrounds.
The free, family-friendly event will include exciting safety demonstrations, including the “Jaws of Life,” medical helicopter landings and liftoffs, and a SWAT Unit Armored Vehicle.
More than 40 Lake County health- and safety-focused organizations will host booths and provide information to community members about local services ranging from disaster preparedness and electrical safety to obesity awareness.
Last year more than 450 free vaccinations were administered at the event. This service will be provided again this year along with free health checks.
Other highlights include free car seat safety inspections and replacements, free bike helmets, a chance to win exciting raffle prizes including kids’ bikes, and opportunities to mingle with safety characters McGruff and Smokey Bear.
“In 2014 more than 1,500 people attended the Heroes of Health and Safety Fair, and our goal is to double that number this year,” said Siri Nelson, chief administrative officer for Sutter Lakeside Hospital. “This is an incredible venue to showcase Lake County’s health and safety resources. I hope everyone will come to learn about these resources and other ways to keep their families safe.”
