MESSAGE FROM CHIEF GOODYEAR From the Chief
ATTENTION VOLUNTEERS: NEW TRAINING SCHEDULE POSTED
The 2008 training schedule is now posted. Please note that there are 2 separate schedules; one for new volunteers and one for experienced volunteers.
Sagle Fire in Action
See recent photos of Sagle Fire in action during this brutal winter.
Wildland Urban Interface Information (WUI)
Below are some valuable sites containing information about the wildland urban interface. This information is especially applicable to residents in the Sagle area.
The purpose of this
National Blue Ribbon Panel on Wildland UrbanInterface Fire Report
is, first, to encourage communities throughoutthe United States to consider the benefits of mitigating their risk of
wildland fire and, second, to bring all of the appropriate national
organizations to the table to work collaboratively on this escalating
problem:
http://www.iccsafe.org/government/blueribbon/WUI032508.pdf
It is recommended that homeowners utilize the following website to get the most upto-
date information and/or provide the website with examples of best practices of WUI
mitigation efforts: http://www.wildfireprograms.usda.gov
Current fire information and situation reports at: www.nifc.gov,
WUI interface information is available at www.firewise.org and an excellent site for
tools to deal with the WUI issue at: www.firecenter.berkeley.edu/toolkit.
WUI data for the 11 western states. This information is
located at: www.headwaterseconomics.org.
ICE (In Case of Emergency)
We all carry our mobile phones with names &
numbers stored in its memory
but nobody, other than ourselves, knows which of these numbers belong to
our closest family or friends.
If we were to be involved in an accident or were taken ill, the people
attending us would have our mobile phone but wouldn't know who to call.
Yes, there are hundreds of numbers stored but which one is the contact
person in case of an emergency? Hence this 'ICE' (In Case of Emergency)
Campaign.
The concept of 'ICE' is catching on quickly. It is a method of contact
during emergency situations. As cell phones are carried by the majority of
the population, all you need to do is store the number of a contact person
or persons who should be contacted during emergency under the name 'ICE'
(In Case of Emergency).
The idea was thought up by a paramedic who found that when he went to the
scenes of accidents, there were always mobile phones with patients, but
they didn't know which number to call. He therefore thought that it would
be a good idea if there were a nationally recognized name for this purpose.
In an emergency situation, Emergency Service personnel and hospital Staff
would be able to quickly contact the right person by simply dialing the
number you have stored as 'ICE.'
For more than one contact name simply enter ICE1, ICE2 and ICE3 etc. A
great idea that will make a difference!
Let's spread the concept of ICE by storing an ICE number in our Mobile
phones today!
Northern Lights Article Spotlights Sagle Fire
Local energy cooperative, Northern Lights, recently spotlighted Sagle Fire and volunteer, Yvonne Watson, in their magazine. Read the article here: Northern Lights
Annual Training Burn at Station 1
The annual training exercise involving vehicle fires and extrication was conducted recently at Station 1. Volunteers and paid staff participated in the exercise. Follow the link to view more photos Photo Library
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Our New Engine
Sagle Fire's new engine is now in its home at Station 1! Outfitting has been completed and 1221 is in service as our newest front line engine.
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Sagle Firefighters take 1st Place in Statewide Competition
It all starts here. Holding a 175-pound life like dummy filled with sand, the judge waits for the nod of your head signaling that you are ready. The whistle blows, the butterflies disappear and you focus on the hardest several minutes that you are likely to encounter as a firefighter. You start with the dummy drag for 100 feet, and then race to a simulated forcible entry tool called a Kaiser sled. When you have finished that you run to a hydrant, where you make a standard hydrant connection for water supply. Then it’s on to the maze that requires hands and knees navigation with an axe in your hand. Out of the maze and then run through the obstacle course where you meet a rope/hose drag. When the hose bundle is across the line you move to the charged hoseline drag. As soon as you cross the finish line you shoot a target with the hose stream. You then drop the hose, only to exchange it for a Hotel pack (150ft of bundled hose). Run with that to the base of the ladder, drop the hose, climb the ladder, ring the bell, and the time stops. Total elapsed time- Under 2 minutes. The course record is 1:24 set by our own Lt. Jason Cordle. All of these evolutions involve activities that we are likely to encounter on a fire scene, and all of the stations are done in the protective equipment we wear to fight fire. The competition is tough, and the teams play to win. The Big Red Axe is a highly coveted trophy, and it can be seen at Sagle Fire Department Station #1. We intend to make our wall a permanent home for it.
Yvonne Watson Honored for Service
Volunteer Fireighter was honored recently for 10 years of volunteer service. Yvone was presented with a Proclamation from the Fire Commission by Chief Goodyear. I naddition to her years of service, Yvonne has been recognized numerous times as Firefighter of the Year. Congratulations Yvonne!
Greg Eilerman - Volunteer of the Year
Greg Eilerman was recognized as Sagle Fire's Volunteer of the Year for 2006 for his continued outstanding service to the District. Greg's tireless efforts and his creativity have enabled us to keep our aging fleet of vehicles operational. (click on photo for larger image)
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Capt. Ron Reed Receives Service Award
Capt. Ron Reed was recognized for 10 years of service to the Sagle Fire District. Retired Chief, Barney Phillips presented Capt. Reed with an award in recognition of his 10 years of service to the Sagle Fire District during the Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon. (click on photo for larger image)
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Station Five Completes Insurance Evaluation
The Idaho Insurance and Rating Board has completed its evaluation of Station Five and has certified it as operational! The information below is from the Board's letter to Chief Goodyear. Contact your insurance agent for further information.
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Location of property to be insured. |
Public Protection Class for Dwelling and Homeowners |
Public Protection Class for Commercial Property and Farms |
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Within 1000 ft of a fire hydrant/pumper connection on one of the water systems listed below |
5 |
5 |
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Within 5 miles of a fire station listed below |
8 |
9 |
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Between 5 & 10 miles to a fire station listed below |
9 |
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Over 10 miles to a fire station listed below |
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Listed Water Systems: |
Southside sewer and Water, Mountain Springs Water, Northern Lights Water, and Encoder Products |
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Listed Fire Stations: |
2689 Gun Club Rd, 4278 Cocolalla Loop Rd. , 456055 Highway 95 and 8644 Bottle Bay Rd. |
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These public protection classes took effect March 1,2007.
The classifications listed above are not applicable to those properties with a Needed Fire Flow greater than 3,500 gallons per minute. Those properties, if any, will be evaluated on an individual basis and may vary from the classes listed above.
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Thursday May 01, 2008