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Harlem-Roscoe Fire Protection District

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November 2018 Fire Chief Don Shoevlin Editor Sheryl Drost

Garage FirePages 4 & 5

Photo by Sheryl Drost

From The Chief’s DeskBy Chief Don Shoevlin

The month of October flew by like a leaf in the wind. It is always a busy month and this year was no exception. Our firefighters/EMS responded to 232 calls for the month, making

a total of 2548 calls for the year.

October was Fire Prevention Month. Our members were out daily doing fire safety education talks, fire extinguisher training, school drills, tours and attending community special events. This year under the leadership of our Fire Prevention Bureau, we participated in 7 station tours, 5 school inspections/fire drills, 1 business fire extinguisher training and 6 community events.

Now we roll into November, a month of thanks and a time to reflect before the holidays are quickly upon us. We are freshly removed from the 2018 elections and would like to thank everyone who voted. Even though we fell short in our efforts, we assure you we will continue to work diligently to maintain our ability to provide professional service expediently and safely; you are deserving of. It has always been our practice and will remain, to be proactive while being financially responsible with your tax dollars. We are grateful for all your support.

Thanksgiving is not only for football and turkey, it is time for family. I am so fortunate to have my family so close. It allows Tammy and I to watch our children and grandchildren grow, to spoil the heck out of them, and be able to attend their school or outside functions. Then I have my fire family, a group of men and women who do what they do because they care for others. I am honored to be a part of this large family. To all of them and all of you:

“May the good things of life be yours in abundance,Not only at Thanksgiving,

but throughout the coming year”

We greatly appreciate your continuous support and feedback. Your fire department is busy with many things. If you have any questions regarding anything, please don’t hesitate to call me or stop by. Don’t forget to friend us and follow us on Facebook plus visit us on our website.

A Life SavedPhotos by Everett Peterson

Harlem-Roscoe FD and Roscoe PD personnel were recognized Oct. 20 for their joint efforts for saving a life on a medical call on Sept. 3.

The Cody family and friends were present and Dan and his family had an opportunity to meet the people that helped him that day. Great Job to all!!

Officer Jamie Cox Photos by Everett Peterson & Area One Imaging Drone

Firefighters had the honor of raising the flag and being part of the Jamie Cox Memorial 5K held in Roscoe on Oct. 20. There was a huge amount of support by the community to honor Officer Jaime Cox and we were thrilled to be a small part of it.

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Fire Chief - Don ShoevlinEditor & Layout - Sheryl Drost

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Birthdays!

November 2018

1st Don Shoevlin3rd Joe Quast6th Andrew Wiechman8th Harry Wagner10th Nate Noble11th Kelly Green ‘50”14th Ken Kelley21st Mason Hurley

December 201811th Harold Danger26th Patrick Trollop Kyle Swanson

L-r, Lt. Josh Hoffland, Alissa Neubauer, Tyler Young, Lt. Ryan Sarver, Lt. Nate Sarver, Greg Wernick, Jason Street, Steve Rosander, Jay Hampton, Chief Don Shoevlin, and Engineer Marty Green.

Fire Prevention Open House Photos by McKenna Donovan

This year’s Fire Prevention Week Open House was held on Oct. 13 at Fire Station One. Here are some photos from the event.

Car FirePhotos by BC Tom Aaker and Peggy Smith

Firefighters were dispatched to a report of a car fire on Lotus Ln. on Nov. 6. First in units found a car fully involved with fire with fire exposure to the house. The deck gun was used to quickly knock the fire down to protect the home and then followed up with firefighters on a hose line.

A neighbor captured the car burning before trucks arrived.

The deck gun was used to knock the fire down when units arrived.

The fire totally destroyed the vehicle with some extension to the home.

Station Visits and Safety Fairs.Photos by Sheryl Drost

Photos from Sta #2 Tours as well as Meijers and NorthPointe Safety Days.

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Accidents Photos by HRFD Photographers Harold Danger & Sheryl Drost

10/30/18 Hwy 251 north of Bridge St.

10/31/18 Northgate Dr. Car strikes vehicle and then travels into house

10/31/18 Rockton Rd. 11/01/18 Hwy 251

11/01/18 Hwy 251 11/06/18 Quail Trail at Walmart entrance

Garage/House FirePhotos by Sheryl Drost & McKenna Donovan

Firefighters responded to Chandan Blvd. in Machesney Park for a fully-involved garage fire on Oct. 16. The fire had traveled into the attic as well as the neighbor’s home when units arrived on scene. The deck gun on Engine 702 was used immediately knocking down the fire. Then firefighters, with the help of responding MABAS crews aggressively attacked the remaining fire.

The State Fire Marshal Investigator was dispatched to the scene and investigated the fire. The fire is believed to have started in the area by the dryer. The residents and the neighbors were assisted by the Red Cross. A woman and two children were home at the time of the fire, but were outside with the family pets when firefighters arrived.

Space Heaters

• Look for one that is listed with a nationally-recognized testing laboratory such as UL. These heaters have been tested to meet specific safety standards, and manufacturers are required to provide important use and care information to the consumer. On heaters that are not listed, consumers have less assurance that the safety features and operating instructions are adequate.

• Purchase a heater with a guard around the heating element. A wire grill or other protection is essential to keep fingers or fabrics from touching the hot element. Portable electric heaters that heat by circulating oil or water, however, usually have lower surface temperatures and may not need guards.

• Before using the heater, read and follow the instructions for its operation and maintenance.

• If you must use an extension cord, make sure it is a heavy duty cord marked with a #14 gauge or larger wire. An incorrectly-sized cord may create a fire hazard. If the heater’s plug has a grounding prong, use only a grounding (three-wire) extension cord.

• Never run the heater’s cord (or any cord) under rugs or carpeting.

• Do not leave the heater operating unattended or operating while sleeping. Portable electric air heaters are designed for use only as temporary supplemental heating and only while attended.

• Do not use an electric heater as a dryer by placing clothing over it and never use it a heater to thaw pipes.

• Keep the heater in safe working condition. Replace missing guards and controls at once, Never operate a defective heater.

• Do not place the heater where children might play near it or where people might trip over or bump into it.

• Place electric heaters on a level surface for stability.• Avoid using space heaters in bathrooms, or other

areas where they may come in contact with water.

Electric Blankets

As the cold weather spreads across the Treasure Valley, many of us will be dusting off our electric blankets, getting them ready for use. But be careful, don’t risk a fire. You can prevent fires caused

by electric blankets by taking some simple steps.

Checking your electric blanket:• If your blanket or any part of the wiring shows any

of these danger signs, you should have it checked or replaced:

• Fraying fabric• Scorch marks• Exposed elements• Creasing or folding• Soiling• Damp patches• Tie tapes damaged or missing• Loose connections

Buying a new electric blanket:It’s cheaper to replace a worn electric blanket than it is to replace your home or heal your family. If you are in any doubt about the condition of your blanket, throw it out and buy a new one. You should replace you electric blanket at least every 10 years. Don’t buy a second-hand blanket. Make sure the blanket has an overheat protection. Store your blanket safely: Storing your blanket in the correct manner will ensure you get the best from it. Don’t fold electric blankets - it can damage the wiring. Better to roll them. Or you can store blankets by putting them on a spare bed. Electric underblankets can be left on your bed all year if you wish.

Use your electric blanket safely:• Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions.• Never use an electric underblanket as an electric

overblanket, and vice versa.• Keep all blankets flat.• Tie electric underblankets to the bed or mattress -

this stops them from slipping and creasing, which could damage them. Don’t get blankets wet, and if your blanket does get wet, don’t use it. Never switch it on to dry it.

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Keep Your Home Warm and Safe This WinterSource: FEMA, US Fire Administration, US Consumer Products Safety Commission.

A major contributing factor in residential fires is the use of wood burning stoves and space heaters. Many of these fires can be prevented. The tips listed below are meant to help educate and

advise citizens on fire safety and fire prevention within their homes. Citizens with questions should contact the Harlem-Roscoe Fire Department at 815-623-7867,or an experienced electrician, plumber or other building professional.

Wood Stoves and Fireplaces• Be sure the fireplace or wood stove is installed

properly. • Wood stoves should have adequate clearance of 36

inches from combustible surfaces and proper floor support and protection.

• Wood stoves should be UL listed, solid construction and good quality.

• Have the chimney inspected annually and cleaned if necessary, especially if not used in quite a long time.

• Keep tree branches and leaves at least 15 feet away from the top of the chimney.

• Install a chimney cap to keep debris and animals out.• Check the outside chimney for cracks or loose bricks.

All unused flue openings should be sealed with solid masonry.

• Do not use flammable liquids to start or rekindle any fire.• Choose the right fuel. For burning firewood in wood

stoves or fireplaces, choose well-seasoned wood that has been split for a minimum of six months to one year and stored in a covered and elevated location. Never burn Christmas trees or treated wood in your fireplace or wood stove.

• Keep a glass or metal screen in front of the fireplace opening to prevent embers or sparks from jumping out and to help prevent burns to your home’s occupants.

• The stove should be burned hot twice a day for 15-30 minutes to reduce the amount of creosote buildup.

• Never burn charcoal indoors.

• Don’t use excessive amounts of paper to build a roaring fire in fireplaces. It is possible to ignite creosote in the chimney by overbuilding the fire.

• Keep flammable materials away from your fireplace mantel and hearth. Sparks could easily ignite these materials. Keep furniture at least 36 inches away from the hearth.

• Make sure your fireplace fire is out before you go to sleep. NEVER close your damper with hot ashes in the fireplace. A closed damper will heat a fire again and force carbon monoxide into the home.

• Follow package directions on synthetic logs. NEVER break apart a synthetic log to quicken the fire. Do not use more than one log at a time. These logs burn unevenly, increasing carbon monoxide levels.

Proper Disposal of Ashes: • Never discard hot ashes inside or near the

home. • Place ashes in a metal container with a tight

fitting lid outside and away from the house. • Ashes should never be disposed of in plastic

containers, cardboard boxes or paper grocery bags.

• After the ashes have been in a metal container for one week, they will then be safe to dispose of in your trash.

Furnaces

• Check if furnace controls and emergency shutoffs are in proper working condition.

• Inspect the walls and ceiling near the furnace and along the chimney line. If the wall is hot or discolored, additional pipe insulation or clearance may be required

• Check the pipe seams and pipe flue for holes and cracks and be sure they are well supported. Soot along or around a seam may be an indicator of a leak.

• Keep trash and other combustibles away from heating systems.

• Leave furnace repairs to qualified specialists. Do not attempt repairs yourself unless you are qualified.

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NOVEMBER FOLKLORE

• If there’s ice in November that will bear a duck, There’ll be nothing after but sludge and muck.

• November take flail; let ships no more sail.

• If trees show buds in November, the winter will last until May.

• There is no better month in the year to cut wood than November.

• Ice in November brings mud in December.

• A heavy November snow will last until April.

Bugle AlarmBy Lt. Ryan Sarver

Community CPR

Harlem-Roscoe Fire Protection District offers community CPR/AED classes six times a year and a community CPR/AED/First Aid class six times a year.

We teach the American Heart Association (AHA) Heartsaver curriculum. We currently have six instructors who volunteer their time to teach the classes on their off days.

These classes are available to anyone, there is no age requirement, the only restriction is that they must be able to perform the skills of CPR.

In 2018, we have taught nearly 200 residents of our fire district in CPR.

To sign up for the classes or to find the dates of upcoming classes, please call our station 1 at 815-623-7867. The cost is $20 for either class, we charge only to cover the cost of the materials used in the class, as you get to take home the book.

Harlem-Roscoe Fire also provides our businesses with CPR training by request to train their employees.

If you view the flier (pictured on page 7), it’ll give you basic instructions on performing CPR. The goal is train as many people as possible, so when someone goes into sudden cardiac arrest, chest compressions will be started prior to emergency services arrival.

The studies have show that the survival rates can double or triple when chest compressions are started at time of cardiac arrest.

If you are called on to give CPR in an emergency, you will most likely be trying to save the life of someone you love: a child, a spouse, a parent or a friend.

NOTE: The AHA still recommends CPR with compressions and breaths for infants and children and victims of drowning, drug overdose, or people who collapse due to breathing problems.

Cardiac arrest – an electrical malfunction in the heart that causes an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia) and disrupts the flow of blood to the brain, lungs and other organs – is a leading cause of death. Each year, more than 350,000 EMS-assessed out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur in the United States.When a person has a cardiac arrest, survival depends on immediately receiving CPR from someone nearby.According to the American Heart Association, about 90 percent of people who suffer out-of-hospital cardiac arrests die. CPR, especially if performed immediately, can double or triple a cardiac arrest victim’s chance of survival.

Why Learn Hands-Only CPR?

About 46 percent of people who experience an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest receive the immediatehelp that they need before professional help arrives

About 70 percent of out-of-hospitalcardiac arrests happen in homes

70%

Hands-Only CPR FACT SHEET

Be the Difference for Someone You Love

Music Can Save Lives

Take 90 Seconds to Learn How to Save a LifeWatch the 90-second video. Visit heart.org/handsonlycpr to watch the Hands-Only CPR instructional video and share it with the important people in your life. Hands-Only CPR is a natural introduction to CPR, and the AHA encourages everyone to learn conventional CPR as a next step. You can find a CPR class near you at heart.org/findacourse.

Song examples include “Stayin’ Alive” by the Bee Gees, “Crazy in Love” by Beyoncé featuring Jay-Z, “Hips Don’t Lie” by Shakira” or “Walk the Line” by Johnny Cash. People feel more confident performing Hands-Only CPR and are more likely to remember the correct rate when trained to the beat of a familiar song.When performing CPR, you should push on the chest at a rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute, which corresponds to the beat of the song examples above.

Hands-Only CPR has just two easy steps, performed in this order:

Hands-Only CPR has been shown to be as effective as conventional CPR for cardiac arrest at home, at work or in public.

1 2Call 911 if you see a teen or adult suddenly collapse

Push hard and fast in the center of the chest to the beat of a familiar song that has 100 to 120 beats per minute

To learn more, visit heart.org/handsonlycpr

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NOVEMBER FOLKLORE

• If there’s ice in November that will bear a duck, There’ll be nothing after but sludge and muck.

• November take flail; let ships no more sail.

• If trees show buds in November, the winter will last until May.

• There is no better month in the year to cut wood than November.

• Ice in November brings mud in December.

• A heavy November snow will last until April.

Bugle AlarmBy Lt. Ryan Sarver

Community CPR

Harlem-Roscoe Fire Protection District offers community CPR/AED classes six times a year and a community CPR/AED/First Aid class six times a year.

We teach the American Heart Association (AHA) Heartsaver curriculum. We currently have six instructors who volunteer their time to teach the classes on their off days.

These classes are available to anyone, there is no age requirement, the only restriction is that they must be able to perform the skills of CPR.

In 2018, we have taught nearly 200 residents of our fire district in CPR.

To sign up for the classes or to find the dates of upcoming classes, please call our station 1 at 815-623-7867. The cost is $20 for either class, we charge only to cover the cost of the materials used in the class, as you get to take home the book.

Harlem-Roscoe Fire also provides our businesses with CPR training by request to train their employees.

If you view the flier (pictured on page 7), it’ll give you basic instructions on performing CPR. The goal is train as many people as possible, so when someone goes into sudden cardiac arrest, chest compressions will be started prior to emergency services arrival.

The studies have show that the survival rates can double or triple when chest compressions are started at time of cardiac arrest.

If you are called on to give CPR in an emergency, you will most likely be trying to save the life of someone you love: a child, a spouse, a parent or a friend.

NOTE: The AHA still recommends CPR with compressions and breaths for infants and children and victims of drowning, drug overdose, or people who collapse due to breathing problems.

Cardiac arrest – an electrical malfunction in the heart that causes an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia) and disrupts the flow of blood to the brain, lungs and other organs – is a leading cause of death. Each year, more than 350,000 EMS-assessed out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur in the United States.When a person has a cardiac arrest, survival depends on immediately receiving CPR from someone nearby.According to the American Heart Association, about 90 percent of people who suffer out-of-hospital cardiac arrests die. CPR, especially if performed immediately, can double or triple a cardiac arrest victim’s chance of survival.

Why Learn Hands-Only CPR?

About 46 percent of people who experience an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest receive the immediatehelp that they need before professional help arrives

About 70 percent of out-of-hospitalcardiac arrests happen in homes

70%

Hands-Only CPR FACT SHEET

Be the Difference for Someone You Love

Music Can Save Lives

Take 90 Seconds to Learn How to Save a LifeWatch the 90-second video. Visit heart.org/handsonlycpr to watch the Hands-Only CPR instructional video and share it with the important people in your life. Hands-Only CPR is a natural introduction to CPR, and the AHA encourages everyone to learn conventional CPR as a next step. You can find a CPR class near you at heart.org/findacourse.

Song examples include “Stayin’ Alive” by the Bee Gees, “Crazy in Love” by Beyoncé featuring Jay-Z, “Hips Don’t Lie” by Shakira” or “Walk the Line” by Johnny Cash. People feel more confident performing Hands-Only CPR and are more likely to remember the correct rate when trained to the beat of a familiar song.When performing CPR, you should push on the chest at a rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute, which corresponds to the beat of the song examples above.

Hands-Only CPR has just two easy steps, performed in this order:

Hands-Only CPR has been shown to be as effective as conventional CPR for cardiac arrest at home, at work or in public.

1 2Call 911 if you see a teen or adult suddenly collapse

Push hard and fast in the center of the chest to the beat of a familiar song that has 100 to 120 beats per minute

To learn more, visit heart.org/handsonlycpr

Keep Your Home Warm and Safe This WinterSource: FEMA, US Fire Administration, US Consumer Products Safety Commission.

A major contributing factor in residential fires is the use of wood burning stoves and space heaters. Many of these fires can be prevented. The tips listed below are meant to help educate and

advise citizens on fire safety and fire prevention within their homes. Citizens with questions should contact the Harlem-Roscoe Fire Department at 815-623-7867,or an experienced electrician, plumber or other building professional.

Wood Stoves and Fireplaces• Be sure the fireplace or wood stove is installed

properly. • Wood stoves should have adequate clearance of 36

inches from combustible surfaces and proper floor support and protection.

• Wood stoves should be UL listed, solid construction and good quality.

• Have the chimney inspected annually and cleaned if necessary, especially if not used in quite a long time.

• Keep tree branches and leaves at least 15 feet away from the top of the chimney.

• Install a chimney cap to keep debris and animals out.• Check the outside chimney for cracks or loose bricks.

All unused flue openings should be sealed with solid masonry.

• Do not use flammable liquids to start or rekindle any fire.• Choose the right fuel. For burning firewood in wood

stoves or fireplaces, choose well-seasoned wood that has been split for a minimum of six months to one year and stored in a covered and elevated location. Never burn Christmas trees or treated wood in your fireplace or wood stove.

• Keep a glass or metal screen in front of the fireplace opening to prevent embers or sparks from jumping out and to help prevent burns to your home’s occupants.

• The stove should be burned hot twice a day for 15-30 minutes to reduce the amount of creosote buildup.

• Never burn charcoal indoors.

• Don’t use excessive amounts of paper to build a roaring fire in fireplaces. It is possible to ignite creosote in the chimney by overbuilding the fire.

• Keep flammable materials away from your fireplace mantel and hearth. Sparks could easily ignite these materials. Keep furniture at least 36 inches away from the hearth.

• Make sure your fireplace fire is out before you go to sleep. NEVER close your damper with hot ashes in the fireplace. A closed damper will heat a fire again and force carbon monoxide into the home.

• Follow package directions on synthetic logs. NEVER break apart a synthetic log to quicken the fire. Do not use more than one log at a time. These logs burn unevenly, increasing carbon monoxide levels.

Proper Disposal of Ashes: • Never discard hot ashes inside or near the

home. • Place ashes in a metal container with a tight

fitting lid outside and away from the house. • Ashes should never be disposed of in plastic

containers, cardboard boxes or paper grocery bags.

• After the ashes have been in a metal container for one week, they will then be safe to dispose of in your trash.

Furnaces

• Check if furnace controls and emergency shutoffs are in proper working condition.

• Inspect the walls and ceiling near the furnace and along the chimney line. If the wall is hot or discolored, additional pipe insulation or clearance may be required

• Check the pipe seams and pipe flue for holes and cracks and be sure they are well supported. Soot along or around a seam may be an indicator of a leak.

• Keep trash and other combustibles away from heating systems.

• Leave furnace repairs to qualified specialists. Do not attempt repairs yourself unless you are qualified.

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Garage/House FirePhotos by Sheryl Drost & McKenna Donovan

Firefighters responded to Chandan Blvd. in Machesney Park for a fully-involved garage fire on Oct. 16. The fire had traveled into the attic as well as the neighbor’s home when units arrived on scene. The deck gun on Engine 702 was used immediately knocking down the fire. Then firefighters, with the help of responding MABAS crews aggressively attacked the remaining fire.

The State Fire Marshal Investigator was dispatched to the scene and investigated the fire. The fire is believed to have started in the area by the dryer. The residents and the neighbors were assisted by the Red Cross. A woman and two children were home at the time of the fire, but were outside with the family pets when firefighters arrived.

Space Heaters

• Look for one that is listed with a nationally-recognized testing laboratory such as UL. These heaters have been tested to meet specific safety standards, and manufacturers are required to provide important use and care information to the consumer. On heaters that are not listed, consumers have less assurance that the safety features and operating instructions are adequate.

• Purchase a heater with a guard around the heating element. A wire grill or other protection is essential to keep fingers or fabrics from touching the hot element. Portable electric heaters that heat by circulating oil or water, however, usually have lower surface temperatures and may not need guards.

• Before using the heater, read and follow the instructions for its operation and maintenance.

• If you must use an extension cord, make sure it is a heavy duty cord marked with a #14 gauge or larger wire. An incorrectly-sized cord may create a fire hazard. If the heater’s plug has a grounding prong, use only a grounding (three-wire) extension cord.

• Never run the heater’s cord (or any cord) under rugs or carpeting.

• Do not leave the heater operating unattended or operating while sleeping. Portable electric air heaters are designed for use only as temporary supplemental heating and only while attended.

• Do not use an electric heater as a dryer by placing clothing over it and never use it a heater to thaw pipes.

• Keep the heater in safe working condition. Replace missing guards and controls at once, Never operate a defective heater.

• Do not place the heater where children might play near it or where people might trip over or bump into it.

• Place electric heaters on a level surface for stability.• Avoid using space heaters in bathrooms, or other

areas where they may come in contact with water.

Electric Blankets

As the cold weather spreads across the Treasure Valley, many of us will be dusting off our electric blankets, getting them ready for use. But be careful, don’t risk a fire. You can prevent fires caused

by electric blankets by taking some simple steps.

Checking your electric blanket:• If your blanket or any part of the wiring shows any

of these danger signs, you should have it checked or replaced:

• Fraying fabric• Scorch marks• Exposed elements• Creasing or folding• Soiling• Damp patches• Tie tapes damaged or missing• Loose connections

Buying a new electric blanket:It’s cheaper to replace a worn electric blanket than it is to replace your home or heal your family. If you are in any doubt about the condition of your blanket, throw it out and buy a new one. You should replace you electric blanket at least every 10 years. Don’t buy a second-hand blanket. Make sure the blanket has an overheat protection. Store your blanket safely: Storing your blanket in the correct manner will ensure you get the best from it. Don’t fold electric blankets - it can damage the wiring. Better to roll them. Or you can store blankets by putting them on a spare bed. Electric underblankets can be left on your bed all year if you wish.

Use your electric blanket safely:• Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions.• Never use an electric underblanket as an electric

overblanket, and vice versa.• Keep all blankets flat.• Tie electric underblankets to the bed or mattress -

this stops them from slipping and creasing, which could damage them. Don’t get blankets wet, and if your blanket does get wet, don’t use it. Never switch it on to dry it.

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Car FirePhotos by BC Tom Aaker and Peggy Smith

Firefighters were dispatched to a report of a car fire on Lotus Ln. on Nov. 6. First in units found a car fully involved with fire with fire exposure to the house. The deck gun was used to quickly knock the fire down to protect the home and then followed up with firefighters on a hose line.

A neighbor captured the car burning before trucks arrived.

The deck gun was used to knock the fire down when units arrived.

The fire totally destroyed the vehicle with some extension to the home.

Station Visits and Safety Fairs.Photos by Sheryl Drost

Photos from Sta #2 Tours as well as Meijers and NorthPointe Safety Days.

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Accidents Photos by HRFD Photographers Harold Danger & Sheryl Drost

10/30/18 Hwy 251 north of Bridge St.

10/31/18 Northgate Dr. Car strikes vehicle and then travels into house

10/31/18 Rockton Rd. 11/01/18 Hwy 251

11/01/18 Hwy 251 11/06/18 Quail Trail at Walmart entrance

From The Chief’s DeskBy Chief Don Shoevlin

The month of October flew by like a leaf in the wind. It is always a busy month and this year was no exception. Our firefighters/EMS responded to 232 calls for the month, making

a total of 2548 calls for the year.

October was Fire Prevention Month. Our members were out daily doing fire safety education talks, fire extinguisher training, school drills, tours and attending community special events. This year under the leadership of our Fire Prevention Bureau, we participated in 7 station tours, 5 school inspections/fire drills, 1 business fire extinguisher training and 6 community events.

Now we roll into November, a month of thanks and a time to reflect before the holidays are quickly upon us. We are freshly removed from the 2018 elections and would like to thank everyone who voted. Even though we fell short in our efforts, we assure you we will continue to work diligently to maintain our ability to provide professional service expediently and safely; you are deserving of. It has always been our practice and will remain, to be proactive while being financially responsible with your tax dollars. We are grateful for all your support.

Thanksgiving is not only for football and turkey, it is time for family. I am so fortunate to have my family so close. It allows Tammy and I to watch our children and grandchildren grow, to spoil the heck out of them, and be able to attend their school or outside functions. Then I have my fire family, a group of men and women who do what they do because they care for others. I am honored to be a part of this large family. To all of them and all of you:

“May the good things of life be yours in abundance,Not only at Thanksgiving,

but throughout the coming year”

We greatly appreciate your continuous support and feedback. Your fire department is busy with many things. If you have any questions regarding anything, please don’t hesitate to call me or stop by. Don’t forget to friend us and follow us on Facebook plus visit us on our website.

A Life SavedPhotos by Everett Peterson

Harlem-Roscoe FD and Roscoe PD personnel were recognized Oct. 20 for their joint efforts for saving a life on a medical call on Sept. 3.

The Cody family and friends were present and Dan and his family had an opportunity to meet the people that helped him that day. Great Job to all!!

Officer Jamie Cox Photos by Everett Peterson & Area One Imaging Drone

Firefighters had the honor of raising the flag and being part of the Jamie Cox Memorial 5K held in Roscoe on Oct. 20. There was a huge amount of support by the community to honor Officer Jaime Cox and we were thrilled to be a small part of it.

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The Firehouse Scene The Firehouse Scene is a monthly newsletter produced by the Harlem-Roscoe Fire Prot. Dist. #1

Fire Chief - Don ShoevlinEditor & Layout - Sheryl Drost

The Firehouse Scene is available at Station One - 10544 Main Street in Roscoe and on the department’s website after the second Sunday each month: You can now sign up on the home page of our website to receive the newsletter by email.

www.harlemroscoefire.comE-mail submissions to Sheryl: hrfdsdrost@gmail.com

Birthdays!

November 2018

1st Don Shoevlin3rd Joe Quast6th Andrew Wiechman8th Harry Wagner10th Nate Noble11th Kelly Green ‘50”14th Ken Kelley21st Mason Hurley

December 201811th Harold Danger26th Patrick Trollop Kyle Swanson

L-r, Lt. Josh Hoffland, Alissa Neubauer, Tyler Young, Lt. Ryan Sarver, Lt. Nate Sarver, Greg Wernick, Jason Street, Steve Rosander, Jay Hampton, Chief Don Shoevlin, and Engineer Marty Green.

Fire Prevention Open House Photos by McKenna Donovan

This year’s Fire Prevention Week Open House was held on Oct. 13 at Fire Station One. Here are some photos from the event.

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November 2018 Fire Chief Don Shoevlin Editor Sheryl Drost

Garage FirePages 4 & 5

Photo by Sheryl Drost