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HEAVY FIRE CONDITIONS IN BONAIRE

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Bonaire, Georgia - Just after 5:30 P.M. on Saturday, July 25th, as severe storms rolled through the county, Houston County Fire Department along with Houston Healthcare EMS were alerted to a structure fire on Ogeechee Court off of Thompson Mill Road.

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Firefighters Mourn the Loss of Captain Wright Riverdale, Georgia - Firefighters, family & friends gathered at the Dortch-Williamson Funeral Home for the funeral of Captain Robert Wright of the City of Morrow Fire Department. A procession of motorcycles, fire apparatus and police vehicles made their way from Riverdale to the Georgia National Cemetery in Canton where Captain Wright was laid to rest. Along the way along I-75 to Canton, fire apparatus staged on the overpasses giving Bob a final salute. Captain Wright had over 20 years of service. We thank you Bob for your dedicated years of service with the Fire Department and your service to our country (Retired Army).

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Heavy Fire Conditions in Bonaire Bonaire, Georgia - Just after 5:30 P.M. on Saturday, July 25th, as severe storms rolled through the county, Houston County Fire Department along with Houston Healthcare EMS were alerted to a structure fire on Ogeechee Court off of Thompson Mill Road. Several 911 calls reported the house was struck by lightning and smoke was seen coming from the roof line. On arrival of Tower 6, off duty firefighters assisted the tower operator with catching the plug, dropping lines and fire attack as fire was already showing. Additional apparatus and manpower arrived and assisted throughout the evening. The family of 11 was home when the house was struck and escaped without injury. The county fire investigator arrived and began his investigation later that evening.

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Second Alarm Fire in Macon Macon, Georgia - On July 17th, during the morning hours, Macon Bibb County Fire was alerted to the Baconsfield Office Park off of Baconsfield Drive just before 4 A.M. for a building on fire. As firefighters arrived, a second alarm was alerted for additional firefighters and apparatus. Heavy fire conditions was present when crews arrived. The communications center received multiple calls from motorist on I-16 reporting the roof was on fire. Aerial ladders and ground master streams worked to assist in the extinguishment of the fire. The first fire was on July 8th and was reported just after midnight and the building was heavily involved on arrival which is still under investigation. Firefighters advised there were people inside the vacant area of the office building who had been staying inside the building and left as crews arrived. Fire investigators are still working to determine the cause of the fire. No injuries were reported.

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New York: Jonathan "Thunder" Damon, 38 Rank: Firefighter/AEMT Incident Date: April 23, 2020 Death Date: April 23, 2020 Fire Department: Tupper Lake Rescue Initial Summary: The Tupper Lake NY Rescue Squad mourns the passing of AEMT Critical Care Technician (AEMT-CC) and Firefighter Jonathan 'Thunder' Damon on Thursday evening April 23, 2020. EMT Damon took his final call on Wednesday evening, April 22, at 11:25pm. Jon woke up Thursday morning (4/23/2020) with pain in his back and notified Malone dispatch that he needed help. Thunder was the duty tech on to cover the Village and Town of Tupper Lake at the time, Tupper Lake squad members transported Mr Damon to AMC where he was then flown by North Country Life Flight to UVMC in Vermont Trauma Center were he underwent surgery for an Aorta Dissection. Jon unfortunately did not survive and died that evening. Illinois: Edward Singleton, 55 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: April 5, 2020 Death Date: April 14, 2020 Fire Department:Chicago Fire Department Initial Summary: Firefighter Edward Singleton contracted COVID-19 during the course of his official duties at the firehouse.

Pennsylvania: Joseph Nealon, Jr., 58 Rank: Firefighter/Chaplain Incident Date: May 30, 2020 Death Date: May 30, 2020 Fire Department: Newport Township Fire Department Initial Summary: On Saturday, May 30, 2020, Firefighter/Chaplain Joseph Nealon, Jr. experienced a medical emergency while on-duty at the firehouse. He was immediately transported to the local hospital where he passed away. The cause of his death has not yet been determined.

Pennsylvania: Eric Gore, 49 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: April 27, 2020 Death Date: June 2, 2020 Fire Department: Philadelphia Fire Department Initial Summary: Firefighter Eric Gore responded to an emergency at a residence where he came in contact with a person with a known case of COVID-19. He subsequently passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2020 from the virus.

Colorado: Joshua MacDonald, 34 Rank: Fire Investigator Incident Date: March 25, 2016 Death Date: April 17, 2020 Fire Department: Berthoud Fire Protection District Initial Summary: On March 25, 2016, Fire Investigator Joshua MacDonald responded to a residential fire where he performed EMS care on an occupant of the home. Later, he returned to investigate the scene of the fire, when he fell through the floor and his leg got caught in electrical wiring. Since that time, he had undergone numerous surgeries, to include the amputation of his leg. Fire Investigator Joshua MacDonald passed away on April 17, 2020. Texas: Klayton Manning, 18 Rank: Firefighter Incident Date: June 9, 2020 Death Date: June 9, 2020 Fire Department: Southeast Caldwell County Volunteer Fire Department Initial Summary: On Tuesday, June 9, 2020, at approximately 1808hrs., Firefighter Klayton Manning, driving the fire department’s ATV, responded to reports of smoke in the area. While at the scene, he was approached by a man with a gun and was shot and killed. Firefighter Manning’s cousin was with him and also died from gunshot wounds. The assailant is in custody.

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FLORIDA

DAVID BURNS/@FD4D

Hillsborough Emergency Services Support POTUS The Hillsborough County Sheriffs Office as well as the Tampa Bay Fire Rescue were called out to support a visit by President Donald J. Trump on Friday. The arrival marked the second Presidential Visit to the state during the month of July. The President was on hand along with Governor Ron DeSantis and participated preparedness panel on COVID 19 and the approaching Hurricane Isais. Approximately five hundred people were allowed to assemble on the tarmac for Air Force 1’s arrival and brief comments by the President Several of those had to be treated by Tampa Fire Rescue for heat related issues.

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Congressman Daniel Webster to Tour Lake County Fire Rescue Mask Sterilization Operation Tavares – U.S. Rep. Daniel Webster (FL-11) will tour Lake County Fire Rescue’s mask sterilization efforts Tuesday morning, August 18th. In April, Lake County Fire Rescue began sterilizing N95 masks for reuse among first responders in Lake County. In partnership with the Florida Department of Health, the Lake County Office of EMS and Medical Director, and the Lake County Office of Public Safety Support, the procured Hydrogen Peroxide Decontamination Unit can sterilize up to 300 masks at once during the three-hour process.

JUMP TO FILE #081820100 As the Food and Drug Administration reports a medical device shortage of personal protective equipment, the CDC-approved sterilization and reuse of N95 masks continues to assist in filling the gap while product manufacturers work to meet the growing demand. Researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst found that N95 masks sterilized with Hydrogen Peroxide blocked infectious particles just as effectively as new

masks. The mask integrity is routinely evaluated by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The Sterilization process is being conducted by Lake County Fire Rescue’s Special Operations Response Team; Hazardous Materials team members wear personal protective equipment during the process to protect both themselves and the integrity of the sterilized masks. - LAKE COUNTY FIRE RESCUE

VEHICLE NEWS

EUGENE WEBER JR.

This patch belongs to Jacksonville Fire Rescue Department Station 25, located In Duval County, Florida.

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Squad 53 is a 2019 Pierce Velocity PUC 1250-GPM Rescue Pumper that carries 1000-gallons of water. A twin to Squad 73, this apparatus covers the east side of the county, from its quarters near Alligator Lake (Unincorporated St Cloud).

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WORKING FACES

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CIRONE PHOTOS

Battalion Chief Adam Perry updating owner of the residence at a structure fire.

Dedication and commitment: FIABC president Tommy Demopoulos (l) acknowledges Lt. Beth Martins (r) for 15 years of service as the Association Secretary and announces award named in her honor.

Plantation Lieutenant Honored For Years Of Service Plantation, FL - In years to come, the name of Beth Martins will be synonymous with commitment and dedication. On August 4th, at the monthly meeting of the Fire Inspectors Association of Broward County (FIABC), president Tommy Demopoulos acknowledged Lt. Martins for 15 years of service as Secretary of the Association. Martins, who also serves as an investigator for Plantation, and served for many years as the De-

JUMP TO FILE #081220102 partment’s Public Educator, was honored with the Association naming their Fire and Life Safety Educator of the Year award in her honor. Moving forward the award will be known as the Beth Martins, Public Educator of the Year Award. Martins has also been recognized twice previously by the First

There First Care EMS conference as Public Educator of the Year. Beth joined the Plantation Fire Department in 2001 as a volunteer firefighter. She became a full-time inspector in 2009. She also maintains certifications as a car seat technician, Fire Instructor I, Fire Officer II, and a Fire and Life Safety Instructor. - JOEL GORDON

LITTLE BIG GUYS OCALA FIRE RESCUE

Two People, Four Pets Rescued After Apartment Fire

OCALA, FL - On August 7th, Ocala Fire Rescue (OFR) responded to reports of a fire at Berkley Pointe Apartments, located at 2843 NE 7th St., at 7:51 P.M. OFR Engines 1, 2, and 5, Rescue 1, Tower 1, Battalion Chief 11, and a Safety Officer arrived on scene to find black smoke emitting from a first story apartment. Crews secured the scene, identifying two individuals on the second floor in need of rescue. Firefighters gained access to one of the second-floor residents through a window, while the other was escorted downstairs through the apartment corridors. The fire was under control by 8:05 P.M. and extinguished by 8:10 P.M. Two parakeets, a dog, and a turtle were also rescued. The cause of the fire is unknown at this time. No injuries were reported. The Ocala Police Department, Ocala Electric Utility, and Marion County Fire Rescue also responded.

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Zephyrhills Squad 2 was built by Fouts Brothers on a 2015 Ford F550 chassis. It carries 400 gallons of water and is rated to flow 250 GPM.

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PASCO COUNTY FIRE RESCUE

OCALA FIRE RESCUE

Nine Displaced After Morning Fire in Ocala OCALA, FL - On August 17, 2020, Ocala Fire Rescue (OFR) responded to reports of a fire at the 2300 block of SW Fort King Street, at 3:04 A.M. OFR Engines 1, 3, 4 and 7, Rescue 3, Tower 1, Battalion Chief 22, and a Safety Officer arrived on scene to find flames burning through the roof of a onestory duplex unit. At 3:08 a.m. Engine crews began fire attack operations while Rescue crews completed a search to ensure no one was inside either of the compromised units. The fire was under control by

JUMP TO FILE #081720116 3:16 A.M. The cause of the fire is under investigation. Nine people, including five children, were displaced. No injuries were reported. OFR Chaplain assistance and American Red Cross resources were requested. The Ocala Police Department, Ocala Electric Utility, and Marion County Fire Rescue also responded.

PASCO COUNTY FIRE RESCUE

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Pasco County Fire Rescue Holds “Push-in” Ceremony for New Engine 36

Sarasota Air-1 working a recent brush fire in Venice.

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Dade City, FL - It was a beautiful day in Dade City as we pushed in the brand new Engine 36! Engine 36 is an E-One Typhoon engine manufactured in Ocala Florida with input from our design and safety committee. That committee is comprised of Firefighters from the field and members of our logistics team. The new Engine 36 boasts several features, including a pump that can operate up to 1500 gallons of water a minute, a newly designed hose loading platform, HiViz 360 degree lighting for night operations, a custom bumper to house battery-powered extrication gear, and our new paint scheme. The new Engine 36 is now in service to protect the Trilby and Dade City Communities of Pasco County!

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STILL IN SERVICE

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Tower 611 in Haines City is a 2016 E-One Cyclone 2000 GPM, 95' Platform with a 300 gallon water tank.

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Shocking experience: Plantation Firefighters assisted by the Sunrise HazMat team lay a foam blanket on a large quantity of pool shock began smoking in the back of a trash truck. The product, which was contained in two large trash bags, gave off sparks and caught fire when water was applied to it.

Trash Fire “Shocks” Plantation Firefighters

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Tower 88 at Orlando International Airport is a 2017 E-One Cyclone 100' platform. This beautiful beast carries 270 gallons of water, 30 gallons of foam and is rated to pump 2000 gallons per minute.

Plantation, FL - On July 24th at approximately 3:30 P.M. the Plantation Fire Department was dispatched to a trash fire at the 200 Block of South Flamingo Road at the entrance to Publix. A Waste Management Sanitation truck dumped a load of trash that was smoking. Engine 62 arrived and advised they had light smoke coming from the trash pile and were beginning extinguishment. Within moments the officer advised something in the trash was sparking and flared up. The crew immediately backed away and requested a Haz Mat response. They also identified a large

JUMP TO FILE #080520104 quantity of a yellow powder in two large trash bags as the source of the sparking and flare ups. Although the crew held back on any additional water the material continued to react. Sunrise Fire Rescue’s Haz Mat Team responded and immediately identified the material as pool shock. They indicated they have had several incidents where the “Super Shock” mixes with oily substances and begins to heat up. Applying water causes an incendiary

reaction. In coordination with Sunrise, Plantation’s firefighters separated the material from the rest of the trash and applied large quantities of AFFF foam, which eventually slowed the reaction. Firefighters also secured the storm drains to protect runoff from entering the canals. After about two hours the scene was secured and turned over to Waste Management for cleanup. No injuries were reported and traffic was only partially affected. - JOEL GORDON

COMMAND VEHICLES

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Deland Rescue 81 is a light duty rescue built by Pierce on a 2013 Ford F-550 chassis.

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Hazmat 76 in Lake County operates this 2007 International 4400 tractor that pulls a 1995 Mickey trailer.

Fernandina Beach Ocean Rescue.

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Social Distancing Chaplain’s Corner Pastor Fernando Villicana

What would you say the biggest struggles people go through in life are. Well, according to a recent study (and perhaps due to the social challenges we are all facing recently), these are the top five struggles: 1. stress and anxiety 2. fear 3. anger 4. financial concerns 5. disappointment and discouragement And guess what I have discovered; most of these problems and concerns involve other people. Sigmund Freud (who founded the discipline of psychoanalysis), said: “There are three major causes of human anxiety: 1) the force of nature 2) the powerlessness of human beings in the face of danger 3) SOCIAL AGGRAVATION (personal conflict) This is when social distancing becomes totally voluntary (lol). Many times our answer to personal conflict is social distancing. We tend to avoid people who rub us the wrong way and create walls and barriers between us. Sometimes our biggest social struggles is with the people we surround ourselves with on a daily basis. I have come to realize that if you were to totally remove yourself from people, you probably wouldn’t have many problems at all. Most of the problems we encounter in life have something to do with someone else! A family member, a work associate, a neighbor, an ex-husband or wife. From the very beginning it was brother against brother (Cain/Abel), and disfunction has since been woven into the fabric of fallen man. Husband against wife, wife against husband, children against parents, we even see it in the church and call it “holy wars.” There has been an age old struggle living in harmony with the people within the sphere of our influence. So, what's the answer? I'm not sure if there is only one answer but I can shed some light on at least one. STORY: A young woman wrote

her mother from college: "Dear Mom: Sorry I haven’t written sooner. My arm has been broken. And my left leg too, when I jumped from the second floor of my dormitory...when we had the fire. We were lucky. A young service station attendant saw the blaze and called the Fire Department. They were there in minutes. I was in the hospital for a few days. Paul, the service station attendant, came to see me every day. And because it was taking so long to get our dormitory liveable again, I moved in with him. He has been so nice. I must admit that I am pregnant. Paul and I plan to get married just as soon as he can get a divorce. I hope things are fine at home. I’m doing fine, and will write more when I get the chance. Love, your daughter, Susie. P.S. Mom, none of the above is true. But I did get a "C" in Sociology and flunked Chemistry. I just wanted you to receive this news in its "Proper Perspective!"? The focal point/key in finding strength in your relational struggles is proper perspective. Paul starts right off talking about the blessing of having people in his life. Philippians 1:3 (NIV) "I thank my God every time I remember you." When Paul wrote this it was at a time of tremendous struggle. He had terrible experiences in Philippi. It was in Philippi that he was arrested illegally, whipped, humiliated, thrown in prison. While in prison there was an earthquake. Then he was told to leave town. Paul did not have a good time in Philippi, he had a bad time. Yet he says, when I think of you I remember the good things. "I thank God every time I remember you." Paul could have dwelt on the negative experiences he endured there in Philippi, the painful memories. But he chose to focus on the things he could be grateful for. Happiness is a choice! Maybe you’ve been hurt by a family member or a friend and you're still holding on to that hurt. You're still focusing on the bad and the negative and it has become a constant struggle. Maybe your answer to your struggles has been social distancing rather than crossing over and forgiving those who have offended you. Well, it’s time you be grateful for the good in people. Grateful people are happy people! End social distancing! Philippians 1:6 Being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus."

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CIRONE PHOTOS

Smokey Garage Fire in Southern Manatee Fire District On August 7th, Southern Manatee Fire District responded to a report of a structure fire. Upon arrival, units found smoke coming from the structure. The fire appeared to have started in the garage area. Firefighters vented the structure and pulled ceilings in the garage. All occupants escaped without injury.

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St. Pete Beach Fire & Rescue Water Safety Drive Through With what’s going on today it would have been easy to cancel the water safety day in St. Pete Beach, but they found an inventive way to hold the day. The answer was a drive by water safety day. On August 16th, cars drove up to the information tent at Station 23 on Gulf Blvd signs along the road they had safety messages to read. Once at the tent, children were given life jacket and a packet of water safety information. The two dozen life jackets came from a grant given to Pinellas County EMS. The information packet was donated by the Safe Kids Coalition which included information on where to sign up for swim lessons.

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New York City Rescues (4) VIDEO REVIEW

Video reviews by John Malecky

New York City Rescues (4) 5 DVD Set By Advanced Print & Video Available from: FSP Boos & Videos 188 Central Street, Suite #4 Hudson, MA 01749-1330 1-800-522-8528 E-mail: support@fire-policeems.com www.fire-police-ems.com Price: $69.95

This is the fourth disk of the five disk set, and it is of Rescue Company 4 which is stationed in

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the Borough of Queens. It is also 60 minutes in length. Unlike the introductions of the last three disks, this one has strong music instead of Fontella Bass singing “Rescue Me.” There is a brief presentation of fires in the District of Columbia (DCFD), which I believe was presented to show that the company sells activities from other cities. This Rescue 4 footage covers incidents in 1998 and 1999. There is an introduction about the company by one of the members, as was shown in the first two disks by members of Rescues 1 and 2. In all, there are other interviews about some of the equipment such as K-12 saws, Rabbit Tools and Bunny Tool and airbags. Sadly, the two members giving these interviews later lost their lives in two different incidents. FF Harry Ford lost his life with two other men in “The Father’s Day Fire” in 2001, and Captain Brian Hickey lost his life on 9-11-01 with 342 other firefighters. Activities shown on this disk include several major fires, including taxpayers (a group of generally one-story buildings with common cocklofts cheaply built just to pay the taxes of these properties), a private dwelling which caused a stubborn fire, and others, overturned vehicle on the Long Island Expressway, a collapse at a construction site which trapped workers, and others. Radio traffic can be heard and there is a brief description of the scenes by the videographer. There is also a brief tour of the inside of one of the buildings after the fire was knocked down. This disk has a lot of fire and a lot of action.

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To meal prep or not to meal prep, that is the question... FORK & HOSE CO. a Food Blog by A.J. Fusco

Meal prepping is pretty popular these days, but if you are not familiar with the term, let me break it down for you. To meal prep is basically preparing a meal, or portion of a meal, ahead of time. Most of it’s popularity is rooted in the fitness community, where it allows time for working out instead of cooking. But this doesn’t mean it should be solely used by someone who works out regularly. Prepping meals ahead of time has tremendous benefits, some being more obvious than others. First and foremost, is time. By preparing your breakfast, lunch or dinners ahead of time, it makes eating at work, in between meetings and extracurricular activities much

easier. In today's world, we are busier than ever before and getting a proper homemade meal in is becoming harder and harder. Meal preps are most often prepared and packaged so that they are “grab and go”. Essentially, you open the fridge, grab a container and off you go with a delicious meal. The most popular way of meal prepping is to pick a day, like a Sunday, and dedicate that day prepping all your meals for the week. Besides time, portion control is another benefit. It allows you the opportunity to control exactly how much you will eat that day. This is beneficial to anyone trying to live a healthier lifestyle. You can tailor the portion sizes to your likings much easier than if you were to order takeout. The other less obvious benefit is that it usually leads to better, healthier choices. If you meal prep healthier foods, you are more likely to grab those when you are hungry, rather than opening the bag of chips or cookies. It “forces” you to make bet-

ter decisions, just based off of convenience and availability. Meal prepping is not difficult, but there is one thing that can make it harder to stick to…mundane meals! When the term “meal prep” gets brought up in conversation, it is often associated with the same foods. Grilled chicken, brown rice and a steamed vegetable are probably the most common ingredients found in meal prep. But this doesn’t have to be the case. Change your ingredients often to prevent yourself from getting bored. Use a variety of spices, sauces and condiments to keep things interesting. And don’t forget about breakfast, which is often overlooked. It is the meal that sets you up for success for the rest of the day. These egg “muffins” are the perfect meal prep, they are very portable, can be tailored to your liking and pack a nutritious punch in a small bite. They are the perfect way to get into meal prepping! Stay safe, eat well!

CAPRESE EGG MUFFIN Yields 6 egg muffins Ingredients:

4 Eggs, scrambled 1 Cup Cherry Tomatoes 1 Cup Shredded Mozzarella ¼ Cup Packed Fresh Basil Leaves, sliced thin EVOO Salt Procedure:

-Preheat oven to 350°F

-In a small skillet over medium heat, add a few glugs of EVOO

-When the oil is shimmering, add the cherry tomatoes and cover. Carefully shake the pan often. Cook until tomatoes just start to burst open. Season with a pinch of salt. Set aside

-Spray muffin tin with cooking spray to make removal easier -Pour enough egg to come up about ¾ of the way in each muffin mold

-Top with tomatoes, basil leaves and mozzarella -Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through

AJ FUSCO

-Garnish with extra basil

*Will keep in the fridge for up to 1 week

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WRFD Works a Vehicle Vs. Utility Pole Warner Robins, GA - Just after 8:00 A.M. on June 22nd, Warner Robins Fire along with WRPD and Houston EMS were alerted to S. Houston Lake Road, in front of Lowe Toyota, for a single vehicle into a utility pole. WRFD E-6 arrived and found one SUV with heavy frontal damage. Crews assessed the driver and checked for hazards while WRPD handled traffic and investigated the crash.

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Fire destroys a house in the Dallas Bay area At 7:30 am, a 911 call was made reporting a house fire located at 505 Robert’s Mill Road. Dallas Bay Volunteer Fire Department responded and arrived on the scene reporting a single-story house was fully involved with fire. Dallas Bay VFD requested a Mutual Aid response for additional manpower. Mowbray VFD responded to the fire scene and Chattanooga Fire Department stood by at Dallas Bay VFD station for any additional emergency calls in the Dallas Bay area. Since fire had consumed the entire

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TN State Rep. Hazlewood Donates 4000+ Gallons of Bleach to Hamilton Co. EMA HAMILTON COUNTY, TN -- State Representatives Patsy Hazlewood, Robin Smith and Esther Helton in coordination with the Women in Government Foundation, helped facilitate a donation of over 4,000 gallons of chlorine bleach from the American Chemistry Council's Chlorine Chemistry Division. The American Chemistry Council members provide countless products that help to protect public health. The Hamilton County Office of Emergency Management (HCOEM) is distributing the bleach throughout Hamilton County to help rural communities and businesses who may have unmet cleaning and disinfecting needs. “This donation will go a long way to help protect the health and safety of our community," says HCOEM Director, Chris Adams. “These are unprecedented times, and we appreciate Rep. Hazle-

JUMP TO FILE #082420111 wood, the American Chemistry Council, and the Women in Government for making this generous donation possible,” says Adams. HCOEM will disseminate the bleach out to the Tri-State Mutual Aid agencies, Chattanooga Fire Department, Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, Southeast Regional Healthcare Coalition and various volunteer agencies. Women in Government Foundation, Inc. (WIG) headquartered in Washington D.C. is a national non-profit, non-partisan organization of women state legislators that works resolves complex public policy issues to all women state legislators across the country. - AMY MAXWELL

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Picture Enclosed: (L to R: Jenny Wolverton and Ken Tartar, Regional Healthcare Coalition; Chief Deputy, Austin Garrett and Deputy Chief Joe Fowler, Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office; Tera Roberts, Orange Grove Center; Chief Eric Mitchell, Signal Mountain Fire Deptartment; Eddie Phillips, Tri-State Mutual Aid Association; TN State Representative Patsy Hazlewood, Chief Rick Boatwright and Chief Phillip Hyman, Chattanooga Fire Deptartment; Director Chris Adams and Mark Ericson, Hamilton County Office of Emergency Management. )

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