Natchitoches Fire Prevention Chief Kory Leo introduced the Natchitoches Fire Department’s new fire safety mascot, Ash the Alligator, to members of the City Council at its Dec. 9 meeting. Ash is set to become the friendly face of fire safety education and awareness within the Natchitoches community.

For more information about Ash the Alligator or the Natchitoches Fire Department’s fire safety initiatives, call 318-357-3860.