Miss Frederick Co. Fire Prevention, Elyssa Cool participated in the Maryland State Firemen's Association's Miss Fire Prevention Contest last Monday, June 14, 2010 during the annual convention in Ocean City. Elyssa competed against 9 other young women from around the state. She attended a workshop Sunday morning, presented a five minute fire prevention presentation/interview with the judges on Monday morning, followed by the on-stage contest portion Monday afternoon.
There were approximately 30 people from Frederick Co. in the audience to hear Elyssa's name announced as the winner, including her fan club from the Vigilant Hose Company. Katy Norman from Cecil County was named MSFA Miss Fire Prevention 1st runner-up.
Elyssa did an amazing job in Ocean City, representing Frederick County. We are very proud of her! If you would like to invite Elyssa and/or Katy to attend your department function, their contact information will be made available in the members area.
Elyssa Cool, MSFA Miss Fire Prevention & Katy Norman, 1st Runner-Up from Cecil County
Elyssa's escort, David Stonesifer from Vigilant Hose Company
with Doug Orner, Director of Volunteer Services
Little Miss Frederick Co. Marah Musslewhite and Little Miss Vigilant Hose Co. Shares Musslewhite recieve certificates of regognition for their efforts as miss fire preventions!
Elyssa's many supporters from the Vigilant Hose Company!
with Jean Wetzel-Main, FCVFRALA President
Jennifer Barciz from Washington Co. and Dave Keller pose with Elyssa during the Joint Installation of Officers.
with Ruth Martin, newly inducted member into the "LAMSFA" Hall of Fame
Doyle Cox, MSFA President
Riding the Train during the MSFA Parade!
with Shelby Simmons, Western MD MSFA Jr. Miss Fire Prevention
with Jim Musslewhite, recieving an award for Squad 10