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Fire sparked by static kills gas pumper in Pa.

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Canada girl dies from injuries after fire that killed father

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Mass. fire chief blames billing errors on computer issues

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Hong Kong fallen firefighter mourned

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Colleagues mourn Pa. medic who died chasing patient

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Freight train derails in Philadelphia

The Associated PressPHILADELPHIA — Authorities say five cars on a freight train derailed in downtown Philadelphia, but none tipped over and there were no injuries or hazardous materials involved.CSX spokesman Bob Sullivan says the 123-car train was heading from outside Albany, N.Y., to Hamlet, N.C., when it derailed about 10:35 p.m. Monday.Battalion Fire Chief Mike Kane tells The Philadelphia ... more >>

La. heart attack LODD report makes health recommendations

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FDNY aims to transform firefighter safety culture

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NWCFD News

Jan.23,2010 Meeting Overview

     The new 700meg. Radio system was tested in known trouble spots in our district. There were some problems at Hutamuki as we figured. If a major incident happens there we should call for a mobile repeater or Com I from the ECC.

     Staffing- after we have run all full time and part time personnel through the Sta. 193 familiarization program we will staff Sta. 192 as discussed at an earlier meeting with two personnel when possible.

     When station rotations begin it will be for two months at a time.

     Training for all personnel. The discussion was to develop a training system to deliver monthly sessions on one night, one afternoon and one weekend morning like the EMS training is being done.

     It has been decided that during the winter months of November 1 through March 1 to run a squad on medical calls from Sta.193.

     The duty officers will be producing a map study and testing standard for personnel, with a report due March 1.

    Asst. Chief Frehe and Asst. Chief Kramer are starting to work on new S.O.G's with a report due March 1

    Deputy Chief Ritter is developing a company inspection program (to include preplans) within the city limits of De Soto. We will be working with the City building code official during this program. Also he will be working with Leavenworth    County and the city of Shawnee Fire Department to produce water rescue training.

     Chief Zahner will be conducting pump training with shift personnel and volunteers.

     Personnel are advised to start thinking about the 2011 budget.

     Future plans will be discussed to develop long range goals for the district and personnel.

    If you have any questions contact the station duty officer or chief officers.

   Thanks for your assistance,

Terry Zahner
Chief
Northwest Consolidated Fire Dist.
(913) 583-3886

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H1N1 Vaccine Available During Regular Clinic Hours
(OLATHE, KS - December 29, 2009) The Johnson County Health Department is offering free H1N1 vaccine during regular clinic hours at both locations:

Mission
6000 Lamar, Suite 140
Mission, KS 66202

Olathe
11875 S. Sunset Drive, Suite 300
Olathe, KS 66061

Clinic hours at both sites are Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and Fridays, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

On the first Monday of each month, the Olathe location offers later clinic hours, from 8:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Vaccine will be administered on a first-come, first-served basis, no appointment is necessary. Due to an increase in the amount of vaccine available, anyone interested in getting vaccinated will be able to do so.

It is still especially important for individuals in these high-risk categories to receive vaccine:

�         Pregnant women

�         Persons who live with or provide regular care for infants less than six months of age (parents, siblings, daycare providers, etc.)

�         Healthcare and emergency services personnel

�         Persons six months through 24 years of age

�         Persons 25 through 64 who have medical conditions that put them at higher risk for influenza-related complications

For additional information, go to www.jocoflu.org, or call the JOCO Flu Line at (913) 826-1263 from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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12/1/09 - NWCFD Board Appoints Chief
- Board members appointed current JCFD3 Chief Terry Zahner to be the chief for the new Northwest Consolidated Fire District. Current DeSoto Fire Dept. Chief Kevin Ritter was appointed to Deputy Chief of NWCFD. DeSoto Explorer Article.