Fire Prevention Week at Osan Air Base

U.S. Air Force Col. Ryan Ley, 51st Fighter Wing commander, discusses the importance of Fire Prevention Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 6, 2025. Fire Prevention Week is observed each year during the week of Oct. 9 in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871.(U.S. Air Force photos by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

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Gyeonggi-do Special Rescue Service performs an emergency air medical evacuation demonstration at an open house event during Fire Prevention Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 11, 2025. Medical evacuations ensure that military members receive immediate and advanced care, giving them the best possible chance of survival and recovery. (U.S. Air Force photos by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

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Fire Prevention Week at Osan Air Base

U.S. Air Force and Gyeonggi-do Special Rescue Service work together to perform an emergency air medical evacuation demonstration at an open house event during Fire Prevention Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 11, 2025. Joint medevac training builds mutual understanding of procedures, terminology and technology so both air forces can operate seamlessly during real-world emergencies. (U.S. Air Force photos by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Domitrius Johnson, 51st Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, takes a photo of Republic of Korea firefighters at an open house event during Fire Prevention Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 11, 2025. Fire Prevention Week is observed each year during the week of Oct. 9 in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. (U.S. Air Force photos by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

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Republic of Korea Air Force Staff Sgt. Bae Sangbin, ROKAF firefighter, holds an open house participant during Fire Prevention Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 11, 2025. Fire Prevention Week is observed each year during the week of Oct. 9 in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. (U.S. Air Force photos by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

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Andrew Quallio, 607 Air Operations Center air mobility division chief, and his son Kai Quallio pose for a photo during Fire Prevention Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 11, 2025. Fire Prevention Week focuses on providing the knowledge and tools to react quickly during a fire emergency. (U.S. Air Force photos by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

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Families line up to tour a fire truck at an open house event during Fire Prevention Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 11, 2025. This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme was “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-ion Batteries in Your Home”, serving as a reminder that fires can start from something as small as a battery. (U.S. Air Force photos by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Aidan Lohr, 51st Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, shatters a car window at an open house event during Fire Prevention Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 11, 2025. Breaking windows allows firefighters to reach victims quickly and safely. (U.S. Air Force photos by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Aidan Lohr, 51st Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, uses a Jaws of Life cutter to remove a car hood at an open house event during Fire Prevention Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 11, 2025. The Jaws of Life can cut through a car’s metal frame allowing firefighters to remove a victim without causing additional harm. (U.S. Air Force photos by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Maurice Chambers, 51st Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, sprays a hose during Fire Prevention Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 8, 2025. Fire Prevention Week focuses on providing the knowledge and tools to react quickly during a fire emergency. (U.S. Air Force photos by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Maurice Chambers and Senior Airman Jacon McLaughlin, 51st Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters, spray a hose as a demonstration during Fire Prevention Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 8, 2025. Fire Prevention Week is observed each year during the week of Oct. 9 in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. (U.S. Air Force photos by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jonathan Laguerta, 51st Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, demonstrates how to suit up during Fire Prevention Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 8, 2025. Fire Prevention Week focuses on providing the knowledge and tools to react quickly during a fire emergency. (U.S. Air Force photos by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

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A flyer advertises the Fire Department Open House during Fire Prevention Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 7, 2025. Fire Prevention Week is observed each year during the week of Oct. 9 in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. (U.S. Air Force photos by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

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Lee Ji Ho, 51st Civil Engineer Squadron fire inspector, and Sparky the Fire Dog hand out a fire badge during Fire Prevention Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 7, 2025. This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme was “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-ion Batteries in Your Home”, serving as a reminder that fires can start from something as small as a battery. (U.S. Air Force photos by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

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U.S. Air Force Col. Ryan Ley, 51st Fighter Wing commander, signs a proclamation to kickstart Fire Prevention Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 6, 2025. This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme was “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-ion Batteries in Your Home”, serving as a reminder that fires can start from something as small as a battery. (U.S. Air Force photos by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

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Fire Prevention Week at Osan Air Base

U.S. Air Force Col. Ryan Ley, 51st Fighter Wing commander, signs a proclamation to kickstart Fire Prevention Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 6, 2025. Fire Prevention Week focuses on providing the knowledge and tools to react quickly during a fire emergency. (U.S. Air Force photos by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

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Fire Prevention Week at Osan Air Base

Published Oct. 10, 2025
By Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams
51st Fighter Wing Public Affairs

OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea --

The 51st Civil Engineer Squadron hosted Fire Prevention Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 6-11, 2025. Fire Prevention Week is observed each year during the week of Oct. 9 in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871.