No more painted buffalo? Aug 29, 2009
From 8:30 to 10:30 Saturday morning, the Hebgen Basin Fire District will offer a hearty pancake breakfast in the Holiday Inn's back parking lot to raise funds to help purchase new emergency equipment, during which the raffle drawing for the painted buffalo calf "Lulubelle" will take place at 10 a.m.. The Buffalo Roam painted herd of buffalo cows and calves can be viewed all together for the last time on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Grand Hall. (W. Yellowstone News, MT)
Police Pull Baby From Burning Car Aug 28, 2009
Police say when the speeding car made a right turn onto Bull Run Road, Officer Oyler activated his emergency equipment but the driver did not stop. Police say the driver then turned onto West Rugby Road and began to rapidly accelerate. (W-USA News, DC)
Fire-insurance rates could drop Aug 26, 2009
Fountain Hills contracts with Rural/Metro for firefighters and personnel but owns its fire stations and emergency equipment. The Fire Department ranked in the top 10 percent in the country last year. (AZCentral -- News)
Medical board expected to crack down on office surgeries Aug 20, 2009
If proposed rules go into effect as expected, doctors will or the first time have to have specific monitoring and emergency equipment, provide specialized staff training and inform patients of the risks of having surgery done in an office setting. (Copyright 2007 by The Associated Press. (FOX 11, AZ)
Businesses give cops help Aug 15, 2009
The officers who ride them were given $600 in emergency equipment as well. For the first six months of 2009, downtown crime is down slightly compared to the same period last year, according to the business groups crime statistics. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Fading Hurricane Felicia still poses threat Aug 9, 2009
Big Island Civil Defense head Quince Mento said county workers have been checking drainage areas to ensure there are no blockages and are making certain that emergency equipment works in preparation for the storm ... Big Island Civil Defense head Quince Mento said county workers have been checking drainage areas to ensure there are no blockages and are making certain that emergency equipment works in preparation for the storm. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Hawaiian Electric offers storm-preparedness tips Aug 8, 2009
Double check your emergency equipment at home such as flashlights, radios, cell phones and other battery-powered equipment to be sure they are operational. Turn off and unplug any unnecessary electrical equipment, especially sensitive electronics. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Brush fire interrupts communication with a LISD school Aug 6, 2009
In the meantime, the district does have the ability to communicate with the affected campuses via its emergency equipment resources. If you have an urgent need to contact a campus, please call us at 570-0000. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Board of Selectmen agenda, Aug. 3, 2009 Aug 4, 2009
Proposed NERAC Emergency Equipment Cache (10 min.) 5. Busa Land Lease Agreement (15 min.) 6. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
New Bedford officials sift through trash for cause of noxious Aug 4, 2009
More than 100 people had to be decontaminated, as well as emergency equipment and vehicles. One worker, Roland Beaulieu, said he was inside the station when he smelled the fumes and saw his co-workers looking ill. (Boston Globe)
Pickup truck kills boy, 10, on bicycle Aug 3, 2009
State environmental officials have scheduled a news conference today in Winthrop to unveil one of the oil spill-response trailers, which contain emergency equipment that can be deployed to contain a spill in coastal waters. The trailers are being paid for by a trust fund the Legislature created after a massive 2003 oil spill in Buzzards Bay, which polluted more than 90 miles of shoreline and killed hundreds of birds. (Boston Globe)
Get ready for a National Night Out on the town Jul 31, 2009
Of course, we ll have plenty of emergency equipment, from the Police, Fire and Emergency Management Departments. We ve also invited the Essex County Sheriff s Department and Massachusetts Environmental Police to attend. (Amesbury News, MA)
FAA safety oversight of small operators criticized Jul 18, 2009
These operations also typically involve small airports without air traffic control towers and emergency equipment. On-demand operations are also allowed under FAA regulations to hire less experienced pilots than commercial airlines and their planes don't have to have the same safety equipment. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
FACTS West Coast Training Center Announces Enhancements Jul 16, 2009
Included among the innovative training devices offered at the Long Beach facility is a full motion, cockpit and cabin FACTS Emergency Procedures Simulator, state-of-the-art Hypoxia Awareness Trainer, a full size cabin service trainer, Live Fire training, Inverted Underwater Egress Trainer plus a full complement of survival and emergency equipment. In a recent interview, AirCare Solutions Group CEO, Dr. Doug Mykol stated, "Over the past 25 years, our mission has been to consistently provide the... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Lee County could lose emergency radio capabilities Jul 15, 2009
Several times it was suggested he ask for an injunction to keep the tower in operation because of the emergency equipment on the tower. Reader Comments. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
More of this story Jul 13, 2009
" justathought wrote on Jul 12, 2009 5:57 PM:" I took the time to drive down there and when I found that there were no streets roped off or emergency equipment readily available, I knew it was a hoax. Glad I didn't waste my time waiting to see it. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
El Nino's return may be stormy Jul 11, 2009
Check the condition of emergency equipment, such as flashlights and battery-powered radios. Ensure that enough nonperishable food and water is on hand to last for at least five to seven days. (Honolulu Advertiser)
La Conchita arms itself for disaster Jul 5, 2009
La Conchita resident Dan Rogers, center, hugs a neighbor as the community unveils emergency equipment. . (Santa Barbara News-Press)
Radio Operators Prepare For Catastrophe Jun 29, 2009
Radio operators in Macon and across the nation tested emergency equipment as part of a field day. Volunteers, also known as hams, practiced using the device as if it were the only way to deliver messages. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Parade leads off Summerfair with a few new additions Jun 28, 2009
The parade will also feature the Carlisle Town Band, Carlisle Area Dog Parks and local fire and emergency equipment and personnel. Those in the parade will be judged and $50 awards will be given to the first-place winners in three divisions. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
'Transformers' blasts back: Another Michael Bay direct hit Jun 19, 2009
The emergency equipment is in place to prevent such a disaster; the loss of the set would be devastating for the production. Everything is in place action. (USA Today)
Dem will try for 2nd term Jun 6, 2009
The Cairo facility includes a burn building for firefighter practice and a plan for a new storage garage for emergency equipment. Designed to provide lifelike simulation of a smoke-filled building, it s suitable for other EMS and police exercises including search and rescue, simulated burglary investigations and K-9 training. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Probe focuses on Air France plane's speed Jun 5, 2009
Two buoys standard emergency equipment on planes also were recovered from the Atlantic Ocean about 340 miles northeast of Brazil's northern Fernando de Noronha islands by the helicopter crew, which was working off a Brazilian navy ship. Air France's CEO Pierre-Henri Gourgeon told family members at a private meeting that the Airbus A330 disintegrated, either in the air or when it slammed into the ocean and there were no survivors, according to Guillaume Denoix de Saint-Marc, a grief... (MSNBC -- International)
Investigators look to jet speed in Air France crash Jun 5, 2009
Two buoys - standard emergency equipment on planes - were spotted from the Atlantic Ocean about 340 miles northeast of Brazil's northern Fernando de Noronha islands by the helicopter crew, which was working off a Brazilian navy ship. Other debris spotted so far includes a 23-foot chunk of plane, an airline seat, an oil slick, and several large brown and yellow pieces that Cardoso said probably came from inside the plane. (Boston Globe)
Recovered Debris Not From 447 Crash Jun 5, 2009
Searchers had picked up standard airplane emergency equipment, a cargo pallet and two buoys, and initial reports suggested the items might have been from the crashed plane. But later, Brazilian military officials said debris recovered so far was not from the missing Airbus. (ABC News)
Obama seeks more funds to fight A/H1N1 flu Jun 4, 2009
The funding will be on top of the one-and-a-half-billion dollars the president has already sought from the Congress to buy antivirals, emergency equipment and to fund vaccine development in the wake of the H1N1 flu outbreak. Obama said in the letter that he made the new request "out of an abundance of caution.". (Xinhuanet, China)
Centocor Ortho Biotech Data to be Presented at American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting May 29, 2009
Medications to treat such reactions, as well as emergency equipment, should be available for immediate use. The initial rate of infusion should be 1 mg/min to minimize the risk of infusion reactions. (PR Newswire)
Frank Miniter on Recapturing Manhood May 28, 2009
(Fortunately for folks like me, who aren t much on fighting off animals, a firearm is part of the emergency equipment Miniter suggests we pack for our adventures. . (Human Events Online)
Project bid flies in low May 27, 2009
Situated at the west end of the airfield, the building houses maintenance and emergency equipment. When airport improvement projects are added to projects completed by the airport authority, airport tenants, and various capital improvements, the cost total reaches roughly 108. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
School bus hit by truck May 21, 2009
The bus activated its emergency equipment and came to a stop on State Road 47 to allow children to exit and Minisalls truck struck the left rear of the bus with the right front of his truck. There were no visible brake marks located at the scene, however, it. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Students Hurt In Columbia County Bus Crash May 21, 2009
A Columbia County school bus was traveling in front of Minisall, activated its emergency equipment and came to a stop on SR-47, to allow passengers to exit the bus. According to the Florida Highway Patrol report, Minisall struck the left rear end of the school bus. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Port buys cranes, will build marine emergency center May 21, 2009
The 4,600-square-foot facility will have emergency equipment bays, living quarters and emergency equipment storage. Project site work includes adjoining parking, service roads, utilities and a guard booth with associated gate arms. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Cambridge company faces $71,000 in fines for work site violations May 13, 2009
OSHA s inspection found that the contractor allegedly had not evaluated the oxygen levels in the steam vault in which the employees worked to determine if it would be safe to enter; had not provided a harness and rescue equipment; and had not trained the employees in confined space hazards and precautions, and the protective and emergency equipment required for work in confined spaces. As a result, OSHA has issued the company one willful citation with a proposed fine of $63,000. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
A bump in the export road May 3, 2009
She said countries are beginning to come to North Dakota for dairy and beef, and that seed varieties, environmental technologies, aviation and medical emergency equipment also is experiencing growth. The Trade Office is heading a mission to South Africa this month, and is looking at new countries, such as Kazakhstan. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Obama: U.S. responding aggressively to flu outbreak May 2, 2009
"Out of an abundance of caution, I have also asked Congress for $1.5 billion if it is needed to purchase additional antivirals, emergency equipment, and the development of a vaccine that can prevent this virus as we prepare for the next flu season in the fall," Obama said. He paid tribute to the work the Bush administration did in 2005 to prepare for a possible avian flu pandemic, saying it put the government in a better state of readiness to meet the current outbreak. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Frisco COPS gets $14,000 grant Apr 16, 2009
These vehicles have been stripped of their emergency equipment and police decaling. Much like before, Frisco COPs members are still required to place magnetic logos on both the driver and passenger side doors so to identify them as a citizen patrol. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
We need more people like Lt. Carillo Apr 10, 2009
lodisafeway wrote on Apr 9, 2009 7:03 AM:" I would like to believe most people witnessing a little dog being dragged to its death would do whatever they could to get the attention of the drivers to stop. It was indeed fortunate that this fine police officer was on the scene; he had the advantage of a very fast car, flashing lights and a siren to alert the owners of this poor pup that disaster was looming. Being an avid dog-lover myself, I would have pretended that I was an officer of the law,... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Man Killed By Train Apr 6, 2009
Crews said all emergency equipment, such as bells and lights, were working at the time of the accident, but the railroad safety crews are investigating. Copyright 2009 by. (KERO 23, CA)
Alarm 'failed' on ditched chopper Mar 26, 2009
Page last updated at 00:01 GMT, Thursday, 26 March 2009. The missing tail section was eventually recovered and brought ashore. (BBC News -- UK)
Belford: Whole state facing dire situation, unprecedented flooding Mar 26, 2009
We need to get them marked in the event emergency equipment needs to be moved, added Belford. We ve got sandbags at the county and city shops, but they need to be filled. (Devils Lake Daily Journal, ND)
Delta jet lands safely after hitting bird Mar 17, 2009
He said the aircraft had no trouble returning to the airport and was met by fire trucks and other emergency equipment when it landed. They were inspecting the wing, he said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Grady Memorial cuts 150 jobs Mar 12, 2009
Grady Memorial Hospital cuts 150 jobs - Atlanta Business Chronicle. for free extra services. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Anti-terror planning 'poor', MPs warn Mar 12, 2009
Staff are confused about who can order the deployment of emergency equipment, the Public Accounts Committee said ... He said the DCLG held no comprehensive data on the availability of emergency equipment or which firefighters were trained to use it. (BBC News -- UK)
Emory puts $1.5B expansion on hold Mar 11, 2009
A chilly economy and frozen credit markets have also forced Piedmont to delay plans for a $194 million hospital in Newnan and halt capital expenditures, except for construction projects under way or emergency equipment needs. Reader Comments. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
JSO Officer Cited After Rear-Ending Big Rig Mar 10, 2009
"Our policies require ... that they properly utilize emergency equipment, taking into consideration due regard for life and property. Our policy speaks to the need for officers to operate their vehicles safely, but does not specifically address the laptop.". He said that the laptop is integral to officers effectively doing their jobs, but that the policy will be reviewed as part of the administrative review once the FHP investigation is complete. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Country Club home gutted by fire Mar 10, 2009
Seven fire trucks and other emergency equipment from the county, Lompoc and Buellton fire departments, with red lights flashing, lined St. Andrews Way. At 9:15 p.m., gray smoke was still billowing off the roof of the wood frame and stucco dwelling and tall flames were shooting upward. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Perdue suggests $81M in Medicaid cuts Mar 5, 2009
A chilly economy and frozen credit markets have also forced Piedmont to delay plans for a $194 million hospital in Newnan and halt capital expenditures, except for construction projects under way or emergency equipment needs. Hospitals, such as , have a disproportionately large share of Medicaid patients and have the most to lose, Bloye said. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Newspaper attorney says law requires disclosure Mar 4, 2009
Lodian wrote on Mar 2, 2009 12:11 AM:" It's very important to make sure this kind of emergency equipment is in good order. I can think of quite a few things to eliminate in order to make sure the time and funds are available to ensure this kind of safety/emergency equipment works when needed the most. It's about priorities. ". Lodian wrote on Mar 2, 2009 12:10 AM:" It's very important to make sure this kind of emergency equipment is in good order. I can think of quite a few things to eliminate... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
PennDOT approves Carlisle 'road diet' plan Mar 4, 2009
concerned wrote on Mar 3, 2009 4:13 PM:" Well thanks to all the business owners for your past business when this comes into effect i will no longer be in town to do business. Carlisle needs to wake up and not do this. Wait till the emergency equipment has to respond thru town ". Kastil wrote on Mar 3, 2009 3:52 PM:" What a colossal mess this will be. Imagine downtown Carlisle during car show weekends. Better yet, when all the tractor-trailers have to divert off of 81 and go through downtown.... (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
City council opens bids for new fire truck Mar 4, 2009
Heiman Inc. of Lyon, Danko Emergency Equipment of Synder, Nebr. and Ed M Feld Equipment of Carroll, Ia. (Tyndall Tribune & Register, SD)
State slams BP for 2008 explosion Feb 25, 2009
But no one was close enough to be hit with the flying metal, and the workers were able to complete an emergency equipment shutdown. The rupture was the result of what has become a painfully persistent problem for BP -- corrosion that can eat holes in Prudhoe Bay's vast and aging pipeline network. (Anchorage Daily News)
AMTRAK Train Strikes And Kills Man In Virginia Feb 25, 2009
Police say the engineer activated his emergency equipment to try and stop the train, and that the man turned around and faced the train but didn't get out of the way in time, and was struck. Police are trying to idenfity the man who was killed, who is described as a black man in his fifties, wearing a UPS uniform, a UPS sweater and black sweat pants. (W-USA News, DC)
Accident involving ambulance kills 3 in Tucson Feb 24, 2009
The ambulance was conducting a normal patient transfer and did not have any of its emergency equipment activated, police said. The force of the collision knocked the ambulance onto its side, and both vehicles traveled into the eastbound lanes striking a 2000 GMC pickup that was stopped at the red light in the curb lane. (FOX 11, AZ)
