September 11, 2012 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (SH2012-65) FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION R. Steve Huffman Public Information Officer (251) 208-2857/Fax: (251) 208-2861 E-Mail: huffman@cityofmobile.org MOBILE FIRE-RESCUE LOOKING FOR A FEW GOOD HOUSES Firefighters can simulate fighting fires and other tasks associated with combating a fire but it’s much better when they can train in an actual controlled structure fire. The Mobile Fire-Rescue Departments Training Division is in need of houses or other structures in which to burn and train in. Anyone who donates a structure to the department for training purposes can receive a tax write-off. There are some requirements that must be met in order for the department to be able to use the structure for training purposes. All utilities must be disconnected; the structure must have a roof, floors, doors and windows. There may be other requirements as well. A member of the Training Division will come out and evaluate the structure to determine if it meets our needs. Anyone wishing to donate a house/structure can contact Captain Paul Cumbaa at 251-208-2864. ###