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Crane Collapses on Guemes Ferry Dock...
Friday, January 27, 2012, 3:00 p.m...This afternoon, while contractors were pulling the piling on the west side of the Guemes Island transfer span, the boom of the crane buckled and the crane’s ball fell on the deck of the approach span. There is some damage to the deck of the approach span; however, ferry operations were not interrupted. Fortunately, there we no injuries. Over the next couple of days, please watch your step when walking down to the ferry. Areas that were impacted are marked with safety cones and candlesticks...Rachel Beck, Ferry Manager.
Posted Jan 28, 2012 9:18 AM by Michael Stamper
Job Opening The Guemes Island Fire Department is looking for a new maintenance person. The position entails vehicle checks and light maintenance as well as building maintenance. Please click here for more information.
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The Guemes Island Fire Department is a volunteer organization dedicated to providing the best possible medical and fire emergency response services to the people of Guemes Island, Washington. Located in the San
Juan Islands, Guemes Island is just north of Anacortes across the Guemes Channel. The island is served by a small ferry
operated by Skagit County. GIFD provides basic life support response and care with a modern ambulance and a team of ten emergency
medical technicians. Advanced life support response is provided by
Anacortes Fire Department. With two pumpers, a tanker and brush rig,
GIFD is equipped to handle everything from wildland fires to complex
structure fires.
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You Should Know...Guemes Connects
Emergency Medical Information Forms
Guemes Connects is spearheading an effort to make your medical information readily available to EMS responders. Knowledge about your medications and health related conditions can make all the difference in the quality of care responders can provide. For more information check out the Guemes Connects programs.
I C E - IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
The concept of 'ICE' is catching on quickly. It is a method of contact for EMS personnel to use during emergency situations. As cell(mobile) phones are carried by the majority of the population, all you need to do is store the number of the person or persons who you wish to have contacted during an emergency under the name 'ICE' (In Case Of Emergency). The idea was thought up by a paramedic who found that when he went to the scene of an accident, there were often mobile phones with patients, but responders didn't know which number(s) to call. He thought it would be a good idea if there was a nationally recognized system for this purpose. In an emergency situation, EMS personnel and hospital staff are able to quickly contact the right person by simply dialing the number(s) you have stored as 'ICE.' For more than one contact name, simply enter ICE1, ICE2 and ICE3 etc. A great idea that will make a difference!
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Department NewsMyStates to replace IvyTalk
At its November meeting, the Guemes Island Fire Department Board of Commissioners decided to let the IvyTalk contract expire at the end of December. Funded through a grant from IvyTalk and PSE, the emergency contact system was hoped to be a stop gap for emergency communications with island residents until the Skagit 911 system could provide the service. Those who signed up for IvyTalk will be contacted through the system and provided with instructions on how to sign up expanded communication services through the new MyStates emergency communications system being implemented at Skagit 911.
Cost was the primary factor in the decision to switch services. The IvyTalk system would eventually require a significant monthly fee to maintain. Since emergency notifications of this type are relatively rare, the MyStates system looked like a better option. For emergencies that are regional in nature, Skagit 911 will automatically activate the system as part of the current rate structure paid into by the department. We can also activate the system locally for a nominal cost per message sent.
The MyStates system replaces a notification system put in place by industries located on March Point many years ago. These companies have picked up much of the cost of implementing and maintaining the new system. Feedback from Skagit 911's clients has been overwhelmingly positive.
Skagit County Chief's Association Adopts an Active Shooter Policy
In response to several active shooter incidents, the Skagit County Fire Chief's Association has adopted an Active Shooter Policy to help guide fire department personnel. The policy outlines actions for responding fire fighters and county dispatchers. Included are formal suggestions for interfacing with law enforcement. Click here to see the full policy.
The Chief's Association is committed to working with both Skagit 911 and law enforcement agencies to improve our response to these highly dangerous incidents.
Commissioner's Meeting MinutesThe January 10th Commissioners meeting minutes are posted here. To access past and current meeting minutes, you can always click on the Meeting Minutes link under Commissioners along the right hand side of this page.
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