PIO message –
Friendly reminder: REAL weather predictions should be based from real science (like our professionals from the National Weather Service @NWS)…not a fugly little fat groundhog on one-single day.
C’mon peeps! Common sense right?!?
Great weekend ICS class!
Good mix of participants from Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Alabama (serving FEMA Region-5, Region-3, and Region-4).
Building all-hazards partnerships early and planning together is a defining factor for success…esp in HAZMAT emergencies.
Special thanks to Antero and Belmont County Emergency Management Agency for the hospitality.
Glad to be a small part in facilitating the new partnerships.
SitRep for West Virginia Chemical Spill (EM-3366) – 01-14-14- at 1030.
The chemical spill (up to 7,500 gallons) into the Elk River in Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia continues to dissipate. “Do not use water” order remains in effect for approximately 65,000. Chemical identified as 4-methycyclohexane methanol (MCHM).
http://www.amwater.com/about-us/news.html
FEMA continues to support the state and local partners in assisting in the mitigation efforts to these nine communities.
@rusnivek
SitRep for West Virginia Chemical Spill (EM-3366) – 01-13-14- at 0900.
The chemical spill into the Elk River in Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia continues to dissipate.
CDC has established threshold levels. At this time, indicators are within acceptable levels at water plant. Now seeking consistent safe reading levels at various points within the 1,700 mile pipeline system. Chemical identified as 4-methycyclohexane methanol.
Counties affected: Boone County, Cabell County, Clay County, Jackson County, Kanawha County, Lincoln County, Logan County, Putnam County, and Roane County.
People in the affected areas in West Virginia = DO NOT DRINK OR USE THE WATER. *Only use for toilet flushing
FEMA continues to support the state and local partners in assisting in the mitigation efforts to these nine communities.
@rusnivek
SitRep for West Virginia Chemical Spill (EM-3366) – 01-12-14- at 1030.
The chemical spill into the Elk River in Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia continues to dissipate.
CDC has established threshold levels. At this time, indicators are still higher than acceptable levels. Still seeking safe reading levels at various points within the 1,700 mile pipeline system. Chemical identified as 4-methycyclohexane methanol.
Counties affected: Boone County, Cabell County, Clay County, Jackson County, Kanawha County, Lincoln County, Logan County, Putnam County, and Roane County.
People in the affected areas in West Virginia = DO NOT DRINK OR USE THE WATER. *Only use for toilet flushing
FEMA continues to support the state and local partners in assisting in the mitigation efforts to these nine communities.
@rusnivek
Phone Numbers to Refer Citizens with Water Questions
http://www.dhsem.wv.gov/contactnumbers/Pages/default.aspx
@rusnivek
FieldReports for West Virginia Chemical Spill (EM-3366) – 01-11-14- at 1715.
Charleston Fire (West Virginia) reporting a solid water distribution site.
Again, thanks to @jumpseatviews for the picture.
Just goes to show you how valuable your local emergency services are during a crisis or emergency. Keep up the good work Charleston Fire!
Reporting live….. @rusnivek
FieldReports for West Virginia Chemical Spill (EM-3366) – 01-11-14- at 1645
Charleston Fire (West Virginia) reporting a very orderly water distribution site.
◾Distribution going very well.
◾Public continues to stream in with rapid load and supply for all recipients.
◾No major problems noted.
◾No hysteria at site reported.
Thanks to @jumpseatviews for the picture. You and your crews are doing a great job – Well done Charleston Fire!
Reporting live….. @rusnivek