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2010 Fireworks Rules

cbiggs — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 21:49:17 +0000

Pacific County Fire District 1 encourages all residents and visitors to the area to be familiar with the Washington State laws regarding fireworks and bonfires on the beach.

Have a happy and safe 4th of July!

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Time to Change the Batteries in Your Smoke Detectors!

cbiggs — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 17:55:54 +0000

When you set your clocks forward on Sunday, March 14, make sure to change the batteries in your smoke alarms – it could save your life.

Did you know that having a working smoke alarm reduces a person’s chance of dying in a fire by half? For the best protection, install smoke alarms on every level of your home, outside every sleeping area, and in every bedroom.

Smoke alarms should be mounted high on walls or ceilings, and tested every month.

It’s important to replace smoke alarm batteries once a year, unless they’re 10-year lithium batteries. Even if your smoke alarms are hardwired, replace the batteries in case of a power outage.

Time to Change the Batteries in Your Smoke Detectors! is a post from: Pacific County Fire District No. 1

Live Fire Training – March 6, 2010

cbiggs — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:05:08 +0000

Firefighters have recently had the opportunity to participate in some very realistic training. During February and March, a Search and Rescue drills were conducted for each crew. A smoke machine was used to simulate conducting a search and rescue operation inside a smoke-filled, zero visibility residential situation. The home was donated by the owners, and had to pass certain inspections to ensure that it would be safe.

On March 6, 2010, training at the house concluded with a Live Fire Training at the residence on 225^th Street. Drills conducted on this last day included; forcible entry, power tool operations, vertical, horizontal, and positive pressure ventilation, use of the SCBA in fire conditions, fire hoseline advancement, fire extinguishment, exposure protection and support operations.

Live Fire Training is a valuable experience. In addition to hands-on fireground drills, firefighters also gain a greater understanding of fire and smoke behavior.

Participating in this event were Career and Volunteer Firefighers from Pacific County Fire District 1, Long Beach Volunteer Fire Department, students from the Fire Cadet Program and the Fire Recruit Academy.

Live Fire Training – March 6, 2010 is a post from: Pacific County Fire District No. 1

How Much is my Ambulance Bill Going to Cost?

cbiggs — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:59:18 +0000

In March 2007, the Pacific County Fire District 1 Board of Fire Commissioners approved a resolution to adjust the amount patients pay for emergency services.

Does the Fire District bill for service even if I am not transported? No. The Fire District only bills for service if you are transported.

How much does an ambulance transport cost? If you are transported by ambulance, you are charged a user’s fee, which is based on the level of care you received during the trip, plus mileage to the hospital.

How does the Fire District bill for services? Pacific County Fire District 1 bills your insurance provider(s) directly for treatment and transport. The Fire District contracts with a separate company, Systems Design, to process the billing.

If I pay my taxes, do I still get a bill for service? No. If you are a taxpayer of the Fire District, the amount your medical insurance(s) pay for a transport will be considered payment in full. The Fire District recognizes that taxpayers already directly or indirectly pay for emergency medical services with a portion of their taxes.

What other medical services does the Fire District provide? The Fire District provides non-emergency transports, medical stand-by at local events, blood pressure checks, injury prevention programs, CPR/First Aid training, and other assistance requiring medical expertise.

How Much is my Ambulance Bill Going to Cost? is a post from: Pacific County Fire District No. 1