The Arcata Fire District and Police Department held an open house today at the newly remolded Arcata Fire Station.

The public was given a tour of the new digs in honor of National Fire Prevention Week. Special guests like Smokey the Bear also stopped by to entertain and sometimes frighten young children.

Firefighters proudly flew Old Glory outside the station today.

Del Norte firefighter Matthew Bolin and his pal Smokey.

The new station bay.

A shiny red firetruck.

The public could also step aboard a Coast Guard rescue boat.

Coastie the robotic Coast Guard mascot.

Kids received free firefighter hats and safety information.

Smokey gave dap to those who swore to prevent wildfires.

Arcata Fire Chief Desmond Cowan gave tours of the station throughout the day.

The second storey living quarters.

A fancy new balcony.

Do not touch the pole!

Because firefighters work in 48 hour shifts, they require basic household amenities.

Where firefighters will wash smoke out of their uniforms.

The little firefighter’s room.

There are several dorm-style bedrooms upstairs.

Sparky the Fire Dog.