Parkwood Volunteer Fire Department ~ Durham, North Carolina ~ 919.361.0927
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Despite the heat in June, our community once again turned out to support our BBQ fundraiser. The event was a great success thanks to all those who came to eat with us. All profits will be donated to the college funds for the families of two members who died last year, Firefighter Louis Adams and Chief Andy Barringer. Thank you for helping us to achieve our goal!
This month we also started a series of classes on rescue operation. PVFD provides heavy rescue services to the community, in addition to Fire Protection and Emergency Medical Services. Heavy rescue tools are most frequently used in vehicle extrications, but may also be required for structure collapse and machinery entanglement. This program emphasizes classroom training and practical drills. It will certify our new firefighters in rescue techniques and specialized tool operation, as well as provide opportunities for the experienced firefighters to practice their skills. Working for You -- May 2010
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Fourth of July and celebrations go hand in hand. Fireworks are often part of those celebrations. For your safety North Carolina law allows only the sale of fireworks to consumers of non-rocket and non-explosive varieties such as sparklers, glow worms, and noisemakers. If you plan to use fireworks of any kind, follow a few safety tips. Never let children light or hold fireworks. Children are 2.5 times more likely to be injured than adults. Never relight fireworks which did not work. Keep all fireworks outside and away from dry mulch or vegetation. Independence Day has the highest incidence of fire of any day of the year and over half of those fires are fireworks-related. Enjoy the summer fun and celebrate the holiday safely!
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