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National Call to Action Day! Thanks to @PrepareAthon @ReadyGov

Posted on April 30, 2015 by rusnivek

Take a few minutes to commit to being ready for disasters that may threaten your community. The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Region V office in Chicago, Ill., is encouraging everyone to take part in America’s PrepareAthon! National Day of Action on April 30 and consider doing at least one activity to improve your resilience to potential disasters.

“Spring in the Midwest can bring a heightened risk for severe weather, so it’s even more critical for people to get ready now,” said FEMA Region V Administrator Andrew Velasquez III. “Be proactive, and engage your family, friends and neighbors in one of the many simple ways to prepare for emergencies.”

Sign up for local alerts and warnings and check for access to wireless emergency alerts. Visit your city and/or county website to find out if they offer emergency alert notifications through their own systems. You should also ensure your cell phone is enabled to receive Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) to warn you of extreme weather and other emergencies in your area. And always heed the weather warnings from your local National Weather Service Office (NWS).

Download the free FEMA app to get and stay prepared: Access disaster safety tips, an emergency kit list, emergency meeting location information, and a map with open shelters. Text ANDROID or APPLE to 43362 (4FEMA) and receive a link for download.

Follow preparedness agencies on Twitter like @FEMA @FEMARegion5 @Ohio_EMA @rusnivek @ReadyGov @PrepareAthon @CraigatFEMA for quick information and regularly posted preparedness tips.

Develop and test emergency communications plans. Visit www.Ready.gov/plan-for-your-risks for tips on how to ensure your plan is as comprehensive as possible.

Assemble or update emergency supplies. Include drinking water, a first-aid kit, canned food, a radio, flashlight and blankets. Visit www.Ready.gov/build-a-kit for a disaster supply checklist. Don’t forget to store additional supply kits in your car and at the office too.

Collect and safeguard critical documents. Keep copies in your home and store originals in a secure place outside the home, such as a bank safe deposit box.

These easy preparedness steps takes seconds to complete.

Be a part of the 2015 National Call to Action and be prepared for any disaster or emergency.

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Following Los Angeles Fire Department Ladder

Posted on April 29, 2015 by rusnivek

Following Los Angeles Fire Department Ladder 20 – zoom zoom!

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Multi-alarm fire here in LA County (California) #Firefighter

Posted on April 27, 2015 by rusnivek

Here’s the quick recap on the multi-alarm fire I caught yesterday here in (LA County) California.

I was staying at a hotel in California and my Brother came knocking on my door. I opened it up and he said, “Hey, I think there’s a fire.”

As soon as I smelled the smoke, I knew it was a working fire.

I ran over to the hotel rooms to see if anyone was trapped.

Yep, it was a fire alright!

Since the first due company wasn’t onscene yet, I knew I had to initiate the Search & Rescue part for possible trapped victims. Time to go to work! Room to room…here we go!

Sure glad to see you here Engine-21. MBFD E-21 onscene confirming the work.

Engine-21: Crosslay to the door and make the hit. Looks like they are going to have to cut some holes.

I believe the fire probably made it into the void space. Need a bigger hole lads!

Vertical ventilation – Ladder up lads!

Looks like they are going to have to do some real vertical ventilation.

Reporting to the ICP to give my report to the Batt Chief…but first, lemmie take a selfie.

Crews from various agencies showed up to assist.

Glad to see everyone working together.

After the fire, of course I gave my statements to the Arson Investigators.

Good work by all the crews onscene.

Remember these three easy steps:

1. Always know two ways out.

2. Regularly practice fire safety with your entire family.

3. Fire can strike at any time. Be ready.

Stay safe peeps.

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Left coasters call this a “Rescue”

Posted on April 26, 2015 by rusnivek

Left coasters call this a “Rescue” – I don’t know why because it is sure looks like a “Squad” to me.

#KMG365

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THIS is an outstanding reassignment of

Posted on April 23, 2015 by rusnivek

THIS is an outstanding reassignment of an old phone booth.

I am sure this will definitely save lives!

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Teaching CERT stuff. Are you a part of your local CERT?

Posted on April 21, 2015 by rusnivek

Teaching CERT stuff tonight. Shout out to all the volunteer agencies across the U.S.!

Many Americans give back to the community every single day. In fact the bulk of the fire service in the United States are made up of volunteer firefighters.