By Leesa Zalesky on 10/13/2009 6:23 PM
We've been notified by SJB Health that nine doses of H1N1 flu vaccine have been set aside for our department, which I'll pick up tomorrow (Tuesday). More will be coming as supplies arrive in our area. I believe this is in nasal mist form. If you're interested in getting vaccinated, please let me know asap so I can create a list and get vaccinations scheduled. First preference will be given to EMTs and First Responders (because they have direct patient contact).
My sister in Rapid City, South Dakota called this afternoon. She works in health care at Rapid City Regional Hospital. At a meeting there today it was announced that they have 12 H1N1 cases in hospital right now. There have been two deaths. The hospital there is now taking some pretty dramatic steps to control access to the facility as well as providing for infection control with staff. I think we can expect much the same to occur here in coming days or weeks.
Please remember that handwashing is the first line of defense with the... Read More » |
By Leesa Zalesky on 10/2/2009 7:13 PM
Just in Time For Christmas!
Fort Lewis Mesa Fire Department Cookbooks!
Order Now & Save!
Here’s a terrific way to get your Christmas shopping done early and on a budget! The Fund Raising Committee is extending a short-term offer to order copies of the Fort Lewis Mesa Fire Department cookbook for $10 each until October 31. Beginning November 1, the price will be $12 per copy. To take advantage of this special, one-time offer, complete the order form below and follow the instructions. Delivery of cookbooks is expected by November 1.
The Fort Lewis Mesa Fire Department’s “Flamin’ Favorites” cookbook features more than 200 recipes from members and supporters of the department as well as a short history of the department. The cookbook will make a unique gift for anyone on your shopping list.
All proceeds raised from this project will benefit the department!
Send OrderTo:
Fort Lewis Mesa Firefighter’s Association
Mary Ebner, Treasurer •P.O. Box 95 •Hesperus, CO 81326
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By Leesa Zalesky on 10/2/2009 7:12 PM
The freezer next to the new ice maker at Station 3 has been locked to secure the frozen pork from the 4-H pig purchase. We apologize for the inconvenience, but none of us had personal freezer space to accommodate the meat. Plans are being formulated about how to turn the frozen sausage into a fund raising opportunity for the department. Stay tuned!
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By Leesa Zalesky on 10/2/2009 7:08 PM
In cooperation with Southwest Community College a First Responder class is being taught by Doug and Leesa Zalesky at Station 3 during the month of October for personnel of GCC Energy (King Coal Mine). A second class has been scheduled to begin October 26.
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By Leesa Zalesky on 10/2/2009 7:05 PM
Volunteer being sought to edit and publish the FLMFD monthly newsletter and activities calendar. Anyone interested in the position should contact Leesa Zalesky for specifics.
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By Leesa Zalesky on 10/2/2009 6:49 PM
For the last couple of years a committee has been working on crafting a new set of by-laws that would better guide the department into the future. A lot of time and effort has gone into the development of these as well as a lot of input from members. As this is the members’ department it is extremely important that member input be a part of the process. During a recent business meeting some questions regarding current language in the proposed by-laws came up and it is prudent that we address these questions for all members. The intent at this last business meeting was to take a final vote on the passage of these new by-laws, but it was decided to delay that until questions were answered and clarification was made on some issues.
Probably the biggest issue surrounded the selection and voting process for the officer team each year. In the past, individuals were nominated for positions and the membership voted on each position individually. While the language in the proposed by-laws may seem to completely... Read More » |
By Steve Ebner on 10/2/2009 6:33 PM
The department will be taking possession of two 6 x 6 brush units from Colorado State Forest. These units will arrive late fall or early winter, after the Fort Collins shop has check over the units. Brush Tanker 73 will be returned back to the Forest Service once these units are placed in service. This will leave us with three 6 x 6 brush tankers with low profile tanks. One of the trucks will have a CAFS unit on board.
IMPORTANT! Please note the following for EMS response. When dispatched on a medical call to a residence with a known single patient incident, only ONE medic unit should respond. Additional personnel should respond with a rescue unit if a medic unit is already in route. When dispatched on an MVA call, ONE medic unit, a rescue, and an engine should respond in that order. If additional personnel are available, a second medic unit may respond after the initial assignment has been filled.
A follow-up to department discussion regarding expanded EMS service. Since our meeting... Read More » |
By Doug Zalesky on 10/2/2009 6:23 PM
The month of October might just be the busiest month of all for observations and days of recognition. I could do the whole article on just that topic and still not have room for everything. So I picked out a few special ones related to the department and our members. I’m sure I missed many so I apologize in advance. Here goes. Of course everyone knows that October is Fire Prevention Month and that October 4-10 is Fire Prevention Week. The weekend of October 2-4 is the Fallen Firefighters Memorial weekend and October 1 is Fire Pup Day. October is also Go Hog Wild-Eat Country Ham month, the month of Free Thought, Positive Attitude month, Sausage month, Spinach Lovers month and Squirrel Awareness month. Some other important weekly observances include Emergency Nurses week (11-17), National Chemistry week (18-24) and Give Wildlife a Break week (26-11/1). Some significant day observances are Naval Academy day (10th), Navy birthday (13th) and Navy Day on the 27th. Probably one of the best days of the month, for all... Read More » |