tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21964250509223337582024-03-13T17:27:44.937-04:00Glen Lake Fire Department NewsNEWS & EVENTSAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.comBlogger58125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2196425050922333758.post-36153011430709748722016-03-22T19:06:00.005-04:002016-03-22T19:07:44.002-04:00Welcome to National Poison Prevention Week <br />
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">Thank you for joining the nationwide effort to help prevent accidental poisonings, a leading public health problem. Almost anything can be poisonous if used the wrong way, in the wrong amount, or by the wrong person, but help is available. Through the toll-free Poison Help line, <b>1-800-222-1222</b>, which connects callers to their local poison center, the nation’s poison centers respond to more than 2 million poisoning exposures each year. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">During <i>National Poison Prevention Week, March 20 – 26, 2016, </i>do your part to educate the public about poisoning risks and what to do about them. The week is an opportunity to highlight the dangers of poisonings for people of all ages and to promote community involvement in poisoning prevention on a local and national level. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">Participating in <i>National Poison Prevention Week </i>is easy, and every activity—large or small—can make a difference. Throughout the country, poison centers conduct activities to raise awareness of the dangers of poisoning. <b>Poison centers are your first resource for advice and help in planning activities during that week—and they may have activities already under way that you can support, so it’s important to find out first what’s already planned. </b>Visit www.PoisonHelp.hrsa.gov/poison-centers/find/index.html or call <b>1-800-222-1222 </b>to find the poison center serving your area.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2196425050922333758.post-5750460549534542062016-03-07T14:10:00.002-05:002016-03-07T14:10:45.021-05:00March 10, 2016 Exercise<br />
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The Glen Lake Fire Department would like to advise anyone in the area that on Thursday, March 10, 2016, we will be conducting a multi-agency practical exercise involving ice and water rescue in the area of the Glen Lakes. </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2196425050922333758.post-83535687066918524272015-11-20T11:57:00.001-05:002015-11-20T11:57:34.122-05:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Toys for Tots Donation sites in our community!</div>
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We at the Glen Lake Fire Department are proud supporters of the United States Marine Corps Reserve Toys For Tots Program which helps provide toys for those who may be less fortunate than ourselves. Locally, in Glen Arbor and Empire Townships the following locations have drop off boxes available for new, unwrapped toys: Huntington Bank, Tahgon's Garage, Anderson's Market, Boonedocks, and Cherry Republic.</div>
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For more information regarding the Toys For Tots Program, please visit: <a href="http://toysfortots.org/">http://toysfortots.org</a></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2196425050922333758.post-39831333771661433212015-11-02T14:43:00.001-05:002015-11-02T14:43:08.772-05:00Residential Safety Program!THE GLEN LAKE FIRE DEPARTMENT WANTS YOU TO BE SAFE IN YOUR OWN HOME! <div>
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The Residential Safety Program, or RSP is a voluntary solution to help homeowners prevent fires. The RSP is designed to reduce the number and severity of fires in Glen Lake Area. The GLFD and our partners are offering the following:<br />· Free in home fire safety assessments<br />· Free smoke alarm upgrades and installations<br />· One-on-one fire safety consultations specific to the residence<br />· A connection with our partners to assist with fire safety issues<br /></div>
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To qualify for the program, homeowners must meet the following requirements:<br />· Reside within the Empire or Glen Arbor Area<br />· Be a home owner, residing within the dwelling.<br /><br /><br />Homeowners can ensure their safety by scheduling an appointment. Contact us at <a href="tel:231-334-3279">231-334-3279</a><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2196425050922333758.post-73822488986442853382015-10-30T19:19:00.000-04:002015-10-30T19:19:31.773-04:00Change your batteries!With this weekend being the time change, this is a great opportunity to change your smoke detector batteries. The National Fire Prevention Association recommends changing the batteries twice a year, and what better way to remember than with the time change when we change all of the clocks?<br />
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If you have any questions about your detectors or home safety in general, please do not hesitate to contact our station at 231.334.3279 to schedule a home safety survey or smoke detector check. These services are free of charge and can help you stay safe all year round!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2196425050922333758.post-65500690909038537672015-10-28T06:34:00.003-04:002015-10-28T06:34:41.951-04:00Halloween Safety and Facts<div style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; margin-bottom: 6pt;">
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Job Description and Application Packet are available at <a href="http://www.glenlakefire.org/employment.html">www.glenlakefire.org/employment.html</a><br />
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For more information about the Department and the position please visit <a href="http://www.glenlakefire.org/">www.glenlakefire.org</a><br />
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Please direct all questions to <a href="mailto:info@glenlakefire.org">info@glenlakefire.org</a> or 231.334.3278Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2196425050922333758.post-58506564576361846452015-09-11T16:46:00.000-04:002015-09-11T16:47:15.509-04:009-11-2001 A Day We Will Never ForgetOn this Patriot Day we took time out from the normal routine to celebrate the lives of those lost and remember the events of September 11th, 2001. The videos below are of this morning's memorial service. If you were unable to attend and have the time, please watch the video recording from the ceremony.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2196425050922333758.post-18716080753799954542015-09-09T08:07:00.002-04:002015-09-09T08:07:31.367-04:00September 11th Memorial ServiceOn Friday, September 11, 2015 The Glen Lake Fire Department will hold its fourteenth
annual memorial service, marking the anniversary of the attacks on the Twin Towers in New
York City. Particularly remembered will be the 343 firefighters and medics who lost their lives in
the tragedy.<br />
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The memorial will begin at 8:30 AM in the Glen Lake Fire Station, located at 6401 W. State
Street, Glen Arbor.<br />
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The program will feature remarks by Dusty G. Shultz, Superintendent of the Sleeping Bear
Dunes National Lakeshore, comments by the Reverend Russell Logston, Pastor of Empire
United Methodist Church, and music selections by bagpiper Jack Fellows and coronetist Norm
Wheeler.<br />
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The ceremony will be complimented by tours of the 9-11 Memorial Garden, designed by local
artist and designer the late Ted Peterson, located outside the fire station, titled "We Remember
The Fallen, The Bravery, The Sacrifice." An artifact, consisting of a rusty, twisted steel beam,
recovered from the Twin Towers wreckage, is highlighted on a basalt column in the middle of a
flowing infinity pool.<br />
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The public and all local firefighters, EMTs, law enforcement, NPS, and military personnel are
invited to attend.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2196425050922333758.post-71239102731845086932015-08-05T21:58:00.001-04:002015-08-05T22:02:57.487-04:00Thoughts and Updates<div>
Our apologies for not having any updates sooner, but as with nearly all of the community we are without internet access.<br />
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As of today, the Glen Lake Fire Department is very happy to say that with assistance from firefighters from the communities of Northport, Leland, and Suttons Bay we were able to access nearly every structure affected by the storm in our community. Additionally, we were able to make contact with a great number of residents over the past days as concerns of welfare and safety were noted. Throughout the storm the support from other agencies and communities has allowed us to maintain a standard duty crew for emergencies as they arise as well as performing the other storm related duties. We could not have gotten through all of these tasks accomplished without the outside aid and assistance. </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2196425050922333758.post-74701582689231201662015-07-20T08:44:00.001-04:002015-07-20T08:44:49.649-04:00Open House at Station 1!<div style="text-align: center;">
This Saturday, July 25th we will be hosting our annual open house at Station 1 in Glen Arbor. The Glen Arbor Station, located at 6401 State Street, serves as headquarters for the administration and training offices as well as a duty crew of 4 scheduled each day.</div>
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The open house will feature many fun activities including a fire department themed bounce house and a fire hose spray challenge for kids. Many apparatus will be on display as well as a great deal of equipment and gear used by our firefighters! </div>
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Please join us between 10 and 2 for this fun day of activities and education!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2196425050922333758.post-1041314235753727662015-07-02T08:59:00.002-04:002015-07-02T08:59:59.735-04:00Fireworks, Parades, and Pancakes!Hello everyone! We know its been a while since our last post, but we are back with more things to share!<br />
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First, on the note of fireworks.. Fireworks are only allowed to be set off the day before, the day of, and the day after major holidays per local ordinances. Besides that legal note, please exercise great caution when using fireworks as the weather has been rather dry and the sparks and debris can quickly lead to grass and structure fires.<br />
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Parades and other ceremonies in the area to take note of for the Fourth of July.. There will be a flag raising ceremony at the Old Settler's Picnic Grounds on Glen Lake at 10am and then the annual Fourth of July Parade in Glen Arbor begins at Noon.<br />
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Pancakes!! This is the most important note you will read here all weekend! The Glen Arbor Fire and Rescue Association is once again hosting its annual all you can eat pancake breakfast at the Glen Arbor Township Hall on SUNDAY JULY 5TH! Funds generated from the event go to support firefighter training and equipment purchases that would not otherwise be possible. Please come out and support the event if you are able, we would greatly appreciate your support!<br />
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Happy 4th of July!!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2196425050922333758.post-29373752845309240032015-05-03T09:57:00.000-04:002015-05-03T09:57:01.300-04:00Red Flag Warnings and Burn Permit StatusWith the unusually dry weather we have been experiencing, combined with the high heat and low relative humidity, conditions continue to be very conducive to grassland and wildland fires. <br />
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Prior to burning each day, regardless of any precipitation, wind conditions, etc we ask that you please check the <a href="http://michigan.gov/burnpermit" target="_blank">Michigan DNR website</a> for the current status of burn permits in the area. That link is <a href="http://www.michigan.gov/burnpermit">www.michigan.gov/burnpermit</a> If you do not have internet access, the DNR also have a hotline established, the phone number for that information is 866.922.2876. The web link also contains other information about when a permit is required and what materials are legally allowed to be burned.<br />
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What is a Red Flag Warning?<br />
A Red Flag Warning, or fire weather warning, means that the National Weather Service has identified the conditions in the area are right for rapid growth and development of wildland fires. When Red Flag Warnings are issued, no burning of any kind is recommended. Factors into the issuing of a Red Flag Warning include: air temperature, relative humidity, and wind conditions. Please visit <a href="http://www.weather.gov/">www.weather.gov</a> for more information and other active weather alerts.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2196425050922333758.post-52550043401445401012015-03-21T08:56:00.000-04:002015-03-21T08:56:04.798-04:00Application Deadline Extended! Full-time, Part-Time, and Pool positionsThe Glen Lake Fire Department is currently accepting applications for the positions of both Full-Time and Part-Time Firefighter/EMTs. Applications will be accepted until April 3rd at 5:00pm. Qualified applicants will then be invited to participate in the Physical Agility and Written Testing scheduled for April 25th.<br />
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Job Description and Application Packet are available at <a href="http://www.glenlakefire.org/employment.html">www.glenlakefire.org/employment.html</a><br />
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For more information about the Department and the position please visit <a href="http://www.glenlakefire.org/">www.glenlakefire.org</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2196425050922333758.post-19114427113015985302015-02-27T15:38:00.001-05:002015-02-27T15:38:20.314-05:00Ice Cave SafetyHello all, as you may have seen in the media lately, there are once again ice caves in Leelanau County all along the Lake Michigan shoreline. While they may be beautiful, they are also dangerous as pack ice is not as safe or stable as the ice on inland lake. Please, if you do venture out on to the ice, exercise extreme caution.<br />
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Be smart, stay safe, and have a great weekend!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2196425050922333758.post-54255668294444941402015-01-30T13:38:00.000-05:002015-01-30T13:38:29.502-05:00Now Accepting Applications for Part-Time PositionsThe Glen Lake Fire Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Part-Time Firefighter/EMT. Applications will be accepted until March 27th at 5:00pm. Qualified applicants will then be invited to participate in the Physical Agility and Written Testing scheduled for April 11th.<br />
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Job Description and Application Packet are available at <a href="http://www.glenlakefire.org/employment.html">www.glenlakefire.org/employment.html</a><br />
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For more information about the Department and the position please visit <a href="http://www.glenlakefire.org/">www.glenlakefire.org</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2196425050922333758.post-14985026945589891922015-01-30T08:40:00.004-05:002015-01-30T08:40:51.131-05:00Weekly Training On Ice!As we have mentioned previously in posts, there is a very large emphasis on training for all types of hazards and situations that may arise in our area. One of the biggest hazards present in the winter beyond the slick and icy roadways is the ice and frozen bodies of water.<br />
While ice may appear safe, and in many instances is quite thick there is no such thing as safe ice. Spring fed lakes, inlets, and currents below the surface can lead to weakened areas in most any lake. To help prepare our personnel be ready for ice related emergencies we conduct annual training with the United States Coast Guard (USCG). This past week, each one of our shifts had the opportunity to train with the USCG to refresh and improve upon techniques to help individuals in trouble should they become stuck on the ice or have fallen through the ice. Below are some pictures from the training conducted! <br />
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As always, stay safe out there and if you have any questions feel free to ask!<br />
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<br /><br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2196425050922333758.post-37397829053374761952015-01-15T10:39:00.001-05:002015-01-15T10:39:19.529-05:00Safety on the IceAs we are sure you have noticed, its winter, its cold, and that means there is ice forming on all bodies of water in the area! While the ice can be fun and relatively safe for fishing, skating, and other hobbies, there are some dangers everyone must remain aware of.<br />
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<li>Always watch for cracks forming in the ice as they may show weak spots</li>
<li>Let someone know where you are going and when you expect to return</li>
<li>Be vigilant as ice conditions can change rapidly with wind and temperature shifts</li>
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It was just last year when Lake Michigan froze out all the way past the Manitou Islands and many beautiful ice cave structures were formed by the lake. While these ice caves and their beauty is very intriguing to many, please keep in mind that ice can still be dangerous. Not only for the above mentioned reasons, but on larger bodies of water the current below the ice can eat away at the ice from below. So please, for safety's sake exercise due caution if and when Lake Michigan freezes up!<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2196425050922333758.post-13099285115580946052015-01-07T17:56:00.002-05:002015-01-07T17:56:49.882-05:00Winter Storm Warning!<div style="font-family: Helvetica, Arial, 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19.3199996948242px; margin-bottom: 6px;">
<span style="background-color: black; color: white;">New WINTER STORM ADVISORY from National Weather Service.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: black; color: white;">Weather service personnel calling this to possibly be the "strongest snow event" we've seen yet this winter.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: black; color: white;">*Worst expected from Thursday 4pm until 1am Friday morning (although lake effect snow is forecast through Saturday)</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: black; color: white;">*Very strong winds - sustained 15-20mph with gusts to 30+</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: black; color: white;">*6-12" of snow forecast with the bulk of that coming in the Thursday evening - Friday am time frame.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: black; color: white;">*Snow expected to reach 2" per hour at times. VERY light and dry snow that will blow and drift exceptionally easy due to the extreme cold.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: black; color: white;">*Time to frostbite from exposure to cold is less than 30 minutes due to the extreme windchill.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: black; color: white;">*PLEASE plan accordingly and try to make arrangements to not have to travel during this storm.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: black; color: white;">For more information on what to do to be more prepared to winter storms, and all hazards please visit <a href="http://ready.gov/">ready.gov</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: black; color: white;">Weather updates are available using local media outlets, as well as <a href="http://noaa.gov/">noaa.gov</a> and<a href="http://www.weather.gov/" target="_blank"> weather.gov</a></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2196425050922333758.post-26860047036334066092014-12-17T09:45:00.004-05:002014-12-17T09:45:42.283-05:00Holiday SafetyWith the Holiday and Christmas season in full swing, we just wanted to take a moment to remind everyone to keep their Christmas trees properly watered and to remember not to overload outlets with too many strands of lights or other extra cords.<br />
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The video below shows the difference in burning between a dry Christmas tree and one that has been properly watered and maintained. As you can see, the difference is very drastic. <br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">In fact, fires caused by Christmas trees have lead to the following statistics:</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 16px;">Between 2007-2011, U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 230 home fires that started with Christmas trees per year. These fires caused an average of 6 deaths, 22 injuries, and $18.3 million in direct property damage annually.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 16px;">On average, one of every 40 reported home fires that began with a Christmas tree resulted in a death, compared to an average of one death per 142 total reported home fires.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 16px;">Electrical problems were factors in one-third (32%0 of home Christmas tree structure fires.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 16px;">Two of every five (39%) home Christmas tree fires started in the living room, family room, or den.</span></li>
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<span style="line-height: 16px;">Overloading electrical circuits is another leading cause of fire during this time of year so please be mindful of overloading outlets and circuit breakers. We wish everyone the best during this holiday season and hope that you all have a safe and merry time with family and friends. </span><br /><div>
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<span style="line-height: 16px;">Stay Safe and Have a Happy Holiday Season!</span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2196425050922333758.post-54684544666328203672014-12-08T06:28:00.001-05:002014-12-08T06:29:14.436-05:00CPR AED Grant Received! <div class="MsoNormal">
The National Automobile Dealers Charitable Foundation has presented
the Glen Lake Fire Department with a new Resusci-Anne manikin and AED training
system which teaches cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills and how to
properly use automated external defibrillators – an AED. The Glen Lake Fire Department has partnered
with the Bill Marsh Auto Group of Traverse City to apply for the donation. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Since its inception in 1975, the NADA Foundation fund has
given more than 4,100 training units in all 50 states and Washington, D.C., for
a total donation of more than $2.3 million in grants. More than 1.9 million people have been trained
on Foundation-donated CPR manikins, and countless lives have been saved. The Glen Lake Fire Department trains over 100
people annually in these important life-saving skills.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The NADA Foundation, the philanthropic arm of NADA, is a
non-profit organization that supports a wide variety of charities and causes,
including Canine Companions for Independence. The NADA Foundation provides
grants to colleges and universities and academic scholarships to students, and
includes the Ambassadors program, a CPR manikin donation program and an
Emergency Disaster Relief fund for dealership employees. For more information,
visit www.nada.org/foundation.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2196425050922333758.post-23256368308562034512014-11-19T14:25:00.005-05:002014-11-19T14:25:58.536-05:00Winter Weather Notes!As you most certainly have noticed, winter showed up a little over a month early again this year. While most are very familiar with the hazards of this wonderful fluffy white stuff, there are just a few things we want to remind you of.<br />
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<li>Prepare a readiness kit to keep in your vehicle. Blankets, snack bars, and a shovel are highly recommended.</li>
<li>While outside, be mindful of traffic and others hazards. Wear bright colors that can easily be seen.</li>
<li>Remember that snow, ice, and limited visibility complicate travel so be sure to leave a little extra room between vehicles.</li>
<li>Limited visibility affects both you and other drivers equally, so please keep your headlights on to help others see you better.</li>
<li>Clearing off all windows as well as the top of your car and all lights can greatly assist you in seeing clearly, as well as help prevent minor whiteout type conditions from the blowing snow off your vehicle.</li>
<li>DO NOT pass snow plows as their blades extend out on both sides in an effort to keep lanes clear for travel. Stay calm, allow a little extra time, and we can all stay safe and get where we need to go.</li>
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Have a safe winter!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2196425050922333758.post-40005750597425384952014-11-04T15:35:00.002-05:002014-11-04T15:35:58.143-05:00Time Change!As everyone knows, this past weekend we turned the clocks back one hour. While the time change is not a critical event for most, those of us who live an active lifestyle in the outdoors have to face the reality that afternoon workouts may now be nearing the twilight hours. <br />
For runners, cyclists, and drivers alike, please keep in mind that the time change can affect how well people can see you during your workout as the daylight generally makes you more visible. If you are working out or driving near twilight, dawn, or in the dark please remember these few tips.<br />
Runners and cyclists:<br />
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<li>Wear bright colors</li>
<li>Wear reflective swatches and clothing</li>
<li>Carry a flashlight or wear a lighted vest/ headlamp</li>
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Drivers:<br />
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<li>Be mindful that regardless of the time of day, someone may be out along the road</li>
<li>With the seasons changing, animals are more active as well so please be mindful of them as well</li>
<li>Should you see runners or cyclists, give them at least three feet of space and slow down when possible.</li>
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Thanks and Stay Safe Out There!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2196425050922333758.post-23459324837070155122014-10-20T11:18:00.000-04:002014-10-20T11:18:04.535-04:00Training Update!As many of our page visitors are aware, we handle a wide array of emergency situations. In a single day we could respond to a fire, water incident, auto crash, or medical emergency. As part of our required training all members of our staff recently completed a Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) course.<br />
While a refresher for most employees, PHTLS is a course that reviews and trains over traumatic injuries of all types from falls to automobile accidents. With this training our staff will be be better prepared, should an incident occur.<br />
Other recent training our staff has completed includes hazardous materials training which reviewed how to identify hazardous materials incidents. Both PHTLS and the hazardous materials trainings were part of nationally recognized curriculum, but there is much more that training and education that goes on every day. With the State of Michigan requiring over 240 hours of training for firefighters annually, our entire staff stays on top of new techniques and maintains a vast knowledge base. <br />
As always, if you ever have any questions please feel free to give us a call or stop by and we will be more than happy to share our knowledge with you.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2196425050922333758.post-37849069169514079992014-10-08T17:11:00.004-04:002014-10-08T17:11:29.295-04:00Working Smoke Alarms Save Lives!Hello Everyone, as you may be aware from radio, print, or other media this week is Fire Prevention Week. This week we are taking a very particular focus on smoke detectors as this year's theme is Working Smoke Alarms Save Lives!<br />
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Think you know about smoke alarms you? <br />
Well, did you know smoke alarms should be checked once a month by pressing the button on the front to make sure they alarm properly? If you didn't now you do! In addition to monthly testing, batteries in your alarms should be changed every 6 months, not when they start chirping. Even hard-wired whole home systems have battery packs that need to be changed. And finally, as with anything else, smoke alarms get old and wear down. For this reason, the National Fire Prevention Agency (NFPA) and most major manufacturers recommend replacing your smoke alarms every 10 years. If you aren't sure how old they are, manufacturers put a sticker on the back with the manufactured date.<br />
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Here are some other helpful links!<br />
<a href="http://fpw.org/"><span style="color: lime;">fpw.org</span></a> - Home of NFPA's Fire Prevention Page<br />
<a href="http://www.sparky.org/parentpage/fpwkids.htm"><span style="color: lime;">http://www.sparky.org/parentpage/fpwkids.htm</span></a> - A special kid's edition webpage for fire safety and prevention<br />
<a href="http://ready.gov/"><span style="color: lime;">ready.gov</span></a> - A Federal Emergency Management Agency website geared toward all types of preparedness and prevention, not just fire.<br />
<a href="http://glenlakefire.org/"><span style="color: lime;">glenlakefire.org</span></a> - Our very own website contains several links, as well as important information for you to use as a resource.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07645297918257793520noreply@blogger.com0