Healthiest State Initiative organizers are encouraging Iowans to “Walk at the Whistle” on Wednesday, Oct. 7, as part of the fifth annual Healthiest State Walk. National Fire Prevention Week begins Oct. 4 this year, and the Healthiest State Initiative is partnering with the State Fire Marshal Division to coordinate fire drills with walks for schools and businesses on Oct. 7. “For this year’s Walk, we’re encouraging Iowans to walk in conjunction with the traditional noon whistle used in many communities across our state or with fire drills that will be planned for that date,” said Jeff Russell, president and CEO of Delta Dental of Iowa and co-chair of the 2015 Healthiest State Walk. The Healthiest State Initiative is a privately led public effort that engages Iowans and their communities to become healthier and more active. Click here for more information.