Decorate fire trucks for fire prevention parade floats.
The message of fire prevention should be relayed in a dynamic manner so that it is not easily forgotten. A fire prevention parade float should grab the interest of the viewers and create an impact that will carry on into their daily lives. This type of float has much more meaning than the typical parade float. Therefore, many ideas should be considered before determining exactly which float is best for the parade.
Character Themes
Fire prevention can easily be depicted through popular characters or themes. Consider creating a float based around the theme of Dalmatians. The audience will quickly recognize the animal as one related to firemen. Smokey the Bear is another character that will easily help viewers relate to fire prevention. Other typical parade characters may also be united with fire prevention. Dress clowns in fireman suits to entertain spectators.
Decorated Fire Trucks
Fire trucks are a very popular part of any parade, especially if the parade is focused around fire prevention week. Rather than building a float, consider actually using the fire truck as the float. Add streamers, signs, balloons and other embellishments to the front, sides, back and top of the truck to relay a message.
Evidence of Destruction
While most people discuss ways to prevent fires, in some cases the point is better relayed if the effects of lack of prevention are depicted. Build your float around the concept of fire destruction rather than fire prevention to relay the message of the importance of fire safety. Create the float with ash and torn down buildings or trees. Add some homeless forest animals to the sides. Include a phrase such as "Prevent this from happening to your home."
Methods of Prevention
Use the parade and float to tell people how they can prevent fires. Divide your float into two sections with an incorrect and correct side. Show proper and improper methods of fire prevention. Use oversized items such as plugs, burn permits and matches to help with your message.
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