Hanksville Elementary students went on a field trip to the Hanksville Emergency Services building. Emergency services are organizations which ensure public safety and health by addressing different emergencies. Some of these agencies exist solely for addressing certain types of emergencies while others (like Hanksville) deal with multicomponent emergencies as part of their normal responsibilities. Emergency Services also engage in community awareness and prevention programs to help the public avoid, detect, and report emergencies effectively.

While there the students from Hanksville Elementary were able to see the fire trucks, ambulances, and the first response truck. The students were given a tour of each vehicle and their purpose was explained. The First Response truck is unique and important because due to our isolation Hanksville Emergency Services is often the first responder on the scene. The students then learned about safety and why it is so important around the equipment and at home. They also learned what actual emergences are and when they should call 911. They also learned the importance of knowing their address so that emergency services can find them. The students learned about the support local citizens provide each community. We had a good visit and want to thank all of the emergency services providers that do so much for their communities.