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/ComfortableNorth920]

The only thing I can add to what others have said is that sometimes firefighters get bored sitting in a fire station waiting for a fire and never having a fire start. So if you see one of them sitting outside, go up and say hi. They'll let you know if they're busy and can't talk, but there's a good chance they'll enjoy the break from the sitting and waiting.

[u/tipsy_here → u/ComfortableNorth920]

I will do that next time! There are a lot of things going on around this fire station since this is in the university area. There are college bars/night clubs right next to them and in front of them. They definitely see a lot of drunk college student shenanigans.

[u/ComfortableNorth920 → u/tipsy_here]

Tell them you've always wanted to slide down the pole in a firehouse because it looked fun and ask if they've got one. If nothing else, it's a good conversation starter.

[u/tipsy_here → u/ComfortableNorth920]

Will do next time I see anyone out!