Col. Alex Mezynski, 5th Bomb Wing commander, and Col. Robert Vercher, 91st Missile Wing commander, designated Oct. 6 -12 as Fire Prevention Week. In a proclamation signed by both commanders early September, they urged all at Minot Air Force Base to support the public safety activities hosted by the Fire Emergency Services during this time. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Kristoffer Kaubisch)