Early CPR, Early Response Critical in Cardiac Arrest Events

This past week our staff trained on the importance of CPR as well as how to perform good quality CPR.  This training is something all of our members complete annually, but it is very important for everyone to know CPR and what to do in the event of a Cardiac Arrest incident.  Below are some signs and symptoms of Cardiac Arrest.  For more information or to schedule a CPR class, please contact the Glen Lake Fire Department by email or phone and we would be more than happy to assist you.

CARDIAC ARREST WARNING SIGNS:
SUDDEN LOSS OF RESPONSIVENESS
No response to tapping on shoulders.
No response to tapping on shoulders.
NO NORMAL BREATHING

More about cardiac arrest - If these signs of cardiac arrest are present, tell someone to call 9-1-1 or your emergency response number and get an AED (if one is available) and you begin CPR immediately.  If you are alone with an adult who has these signs of cardiac arrest, call 9-1-1 and get an AED (if one is available) before you begin CPR.  Use an AED as soon as it arrives.

For more information, visit  www.heart.org

GLFD Staff members training on proper CPR techniques

Ice Safety

Today the several members of the Glen Lake Fire Department (GLFD) gathered at Fisher Lake in Glen Arbor for a co-operative training with the United States Coast Guard (USCG).  Together, the USCG and GLFD members trained on the latest ice rescue techniques to stay fresh should an emergency situation arise on one of the local lakes or waterways.  The USCG provides a great resource for our members as they specialize in water rescue situations while our members work in several different types of environments and handle many emergencies.  By training together GLFD members are able to maintain the skills necessary to perform a rescue in the event it is required.

Important things to remember about venturing out on to the ice:

• No ice is 100% safe.  Always be sure to check the ice for any signs of cracks or weakness even with the sustained cold we have had
• Dangers increase near inlets and outlets from the lakes.  In our area these include the flow between Little Glen and Big Glen, as well as anywhere along the Crystal river.
• Let family or friends know when you are going out on the ice and when you expect to be back

We at GLFD enjoy the outdoors as much as anyone else and are not trying to discourage winter activities like ice fishing, as it is something several of our members partake in, but we do want you to be safe out there and know we are ready in the event of an emergency both on and off the ice.