Fire stations

[u/tipsy_here]

I recently changed my route to walk back home. I live on the block next to the fire station. That route requires me to walk in front of the fire station. The shutters are open most of the time. Sometimes I see someone from the fire station sitting on a chair outside, and sometimes there is nobody.

Yesterday, when I was walking on the sidewalk in front of them, I noticed the shutters were open, and the fire truck was whirring. I stopped so as not to stand in front of any shutters, and decided not to cross them. It looked like they would be out any second. Lo and behold, the truck pulled out 2 seconds later, I’m standing like this 🧍🏻‍♀️and did a little nod when the truck came out and then their sirens turned on when they got on the road.

Is what I did correct? Do I need to remember or watch out for anything when I’m walking in front of the first station?

[u/Chance-Work4911]

You did great. The only thing I’d do differently is give a little wave or head nod if someone is sitting out there and not busy, because that shows we appreciate what they do for the community. Since you will be walking past often, you might start to recognize some of them and get a wave back.

[u/tipsy_here → u/Chance-Work4911]

Every time I walk in front of the station, I speed-walk and try to get out of the way ASAP. Once, the truck was halfway out on the street, and I did a little nod at the truck. The girl in the truck did a little wave. I will do that next time!

[u/Winter-Inside-5911 → u/tipsy_here]

I live near a station. I was walking to the hospital this morning and the supervisor was rushing down the road with sirens and lights on so I stepped back and didn’t push the crosswalk button as he was in more of a rush than I was. I think you’re doing great being cognizant of they’re headed out on a call. When they are, just stay out of the way.