Mar 2009
Runs for 3-13 to 3-20-09
20/03/09 17:08 Filed in: Run Report
Feb 26th
through March 12th, Orcas Fire & Rescue responded
to: 1 chimney fire and 6 medical calls that required
no off-island transports. We were gifted an usually
quiet week!
Safety Fact: Home Smoke Alarms have a 10-year life expectancy. A decade of being on guard 24-7 can degrade sensing units inside the device. And although the alarm may work when you press the test button, the sensor may not be able to detect smoke or heat anymore. Newer alarms also have hush buttons that enable you to quiet a unit without taking out the battery. Plus, it automatically resets! If you have hard-wired alarm units, check with your electrician for replacement information.
Safety Fact: Home Smoke Alarms have a 10-year life expectancy. A decade of being on guard 24-7 can degrade sensing units inside the device. And although the alarm may work when you press the test button, the sensor may not be able to detect smoke or heat anymore. Newer alarms also have hush buttons that enable you to quiet a unit without taking out the battery. Plus, it automatically resets! If you have hard-wired alarm units, check with your electrician for replacement information.
Runs for 2-26 to 3-12-09
18/03/09 13:29 Filed in: Run Report
Feb 26th
through March 12th, Orcas Fire & Rescue responded
to: 1 smoke complaint, 1 fire alarm activation, 2
minor injuries, 1 fatal motor vehicle crash and 7
medical calls in which 1 was transported by AirLift
NW and another by the Sheriff’s boat the
Guardian.
Bellingham Fire awaits a patient transport for St. Joe’s Hospital coming in by Sheriff’s boat.
Bellingham Fire awaits a patient transport for St. Joe’s Hospital coming in by Sheriff’s boat.