In a recent council meeting, the state fire marshal's office showcased a residential sprinkler trailer designed to educate the public on fire safety. The demonstration featured two identical rooms—one equipped with a residential sprinkler system and the other without—where a live burn was conducted to illustrate the effectiveness of the sprinkler system in preventing fire damage.

Nick Hudson from the State Fire Marshal's Office was present to answer questions regarding the costs and logistics associated with installing residential sprinkler systems. The initiative aims to promote the adoption of these systems in new homes, particularly in areas where such safety measures have not yet gained traction.

The council expressed enthusiasm for the demonstration, highlighting the potential benefits of residential sprinklers, which can be installed for approximately $1,000 and may save homeowners significantly in property damage. The meeting concluded with an invitation for community members to attend the live demonstration scheduled for later that evening.

As the public comment section opened, no members of the community stepped forward to speak, leading to a brief discussion among council members before the meeting adjourned.