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A Message from the Chief
Dear American Canyon Community,
As we move into November, I want to highlight the hard work and dedication of three of our probationary firefighters, Cummings, Loughran, and del Castillo, who have successfully passed two out of their four module tests. Their commitment to continual learning and improvement is inspiring, and I want to thank all our crews for the invaluable support they provide to their peers on this journey.
October was a busy but rewarding month for the American Canyon Fire Protection District. From participating in local Trunk-or-Treat events and providing a safe spot at Station 11 for Halloween trick-or-treaters, to the increase in calls for service and ongoing training, our team has shown incredible energy and resilience. And of course, we proudly wore our pink shirts to honor all those who have faced or are facing breast cancer.
With Daylight Saving Time ending this Sunday, remember to set your clocks back and take a moment to check your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. This is an ideal time to replace the batteries. The National Fire Protection Agency reports that last year, over 450 people lost their lives in residential fires— tragically, more than 70% of these homes did not have a working smoke alarm. Let’s take simple precautions to help protect ourselves and our loved ones.
As we adjust to changing weather, please also take extra care on the roadways. While we are always ready to assist in an emergency, let’s all slow down, stay aware of the conditions, and keep each other safe.
With Thanksgiving around the corner, check out page 14 for some cooking safety tips. If you ’ re planning to deep fry a turkey, please remember to do it outside, at least 10 feet away from your home, and ensure the turkey is fully thawed and dry.
Lastly, I want to express my gratitude for the opportunity to lead such a talented and dedicated team at the American Canyon Fire Protection District. Their commitment to our community and the Fire District has been unwavering.
Stay safe, and thank you for your continued support.
Geoff Belyea
Fire Chief
American Canyon Fire Protection District
Operations Division
October Training
Monthly Training Hours 660
YTD Training Hours
Highlights
Module 3 Testing
EMS Skills Update
USAR Drill -Interior Shoring
Joint Training with Vallejo FD
OUTREACH
TRICK TREAT OR SAFE
POPCORN & BRACELETS HANDED OUT BY AMCANFIRE & AMCANPD
PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING, HALLOWEEN NIGHT
EXPLORER EXPLORER CORNER CORNER
Hands-On
Experience,
Water Sources & Hazardous Materials
For the first drill of October the Fire Explorers performed Evolution 1 which consists of “grabbing” a hydrant, deploying a crosslay, forcing a door and entering the building while spraying water. This was performed by the “senior” explorers while the new explorers, that just joined, focused on the basics. They started off by learning how to deploy a crosslay.
The second drill was taught by Captain Pilkington. Our Fire Explorers tackled hands-on Hazmat drill, learning about hazard classification, using detection equipment, and running a realworld scenario. Thanks to our team for helping build the skills that keep our community safe!
What is ACCERT?
ACCERT, American Canyon Community Response Team, is a program that educates volunteers about disaster preparedness for the hazards that may occur where they live.
ACCERT trains volunteers in basic disaster response skills such as: Fire Safety Light Search and Rescue Team Organization Communication
CERT teams exist to “fill the gaps” emergency services may have during a disaster response. We’re happy to be a resource, even when needs change.
If you are interested in seeing what ACCERT is all about, please contact info@americancanyoncert.org
Next General Membership Meeting
Monday, November 11th @ 7pm
225 James Rd, Station 211
To learn more about the 'Basic CERT Class' scan the QR Code
October Update
October 5th: ACCERT participated in the Public Safety Open House. It was exciting to meet all those you came to the event!
October 14th: ACCERT’s monthly training meeting. Our training reviewed how to do an “area search” for Search & Rescue.
October 19th: Napa County CERT teams, including ACCERT, met at Lake Berryessa for our annual group exercise in collaboration with AMR, CalFire, BoR Rangers, and the Sherriff’s Department. We learned a lot about how our different teams can work together.
Earlier this month, ACCERT launched a new YouTube channel and released its first video summarizing what ACCERT is and does.
ACCERT YouTube channel link: https://www.youtube.com/@AmericanCanyonCERT
The next CERT Basic Training class will be held on Nov 2nd, 9th & 10th in Calistoga (English).
C SHIFT, STATION 211
Serves: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
BUTTER CREAM SALMON OVER LINGUINI
The crew of C Shift, Station 211 bring you one their favortie firehouse meals.
This seared salmon in a light, creamy sauce will allow you to stear away from the turkey dishes in November.
When asked why they wanted to share their secret receipe, they said ‘We are thankful for the AmCan community, so wanted to share something from our lives to theirs Give the community a ‘taste’ of firehouse cooking”
Ingredients:
1 Large Salmon Filet
1 Stick of unsalted butter
2 cloves of garlic
1 white onion, sliced
1/2 bag of spinach
1 can / jar sundried tomatoes
Instructions:
Prepare the Salmon:
1 2
16 oz heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup pasta water
1 box of linguini pasta
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh lemon juice (optional)
Preheat a cast iron skillet over medium high heat
Sear the salmon on both sides until a nice brown crust starts to form
Remove the salmon and place on a seperate plate, leaving butter and garlic in the pan.
Cook the Vegetables:
Add sliced onion and sun dried tomatoes to pan and saute. Once onions start to become translucent, add heavy whipping cream and water from the boiling pasta
Salt and pepper to taste.
Bring it all together:
3 Serve: 4
Add salmon fillets back to the skillet.
Add spinach, cover and simmer over medium heat for 15 minutes
Start linguini Cook for 11-12 minutes or until al dente
Plate a serving of linguini in a bowl or plate
Place a salmon fllet ontop
Spoon a generous helping of sauce on top of the salmon fillet.
SUCCESS WITHSAFETY
Who belongs in the kitchen?
The Cook always belongs in the kitchen when there is anything cooking on the stove
Working smoke alarms with working batteries belong just outside of the kitchen, as well as every sleeping room, every hallway outside the sleeping area, on every level of the home.
Fire extinguishers belong in the kitchen within easy reach. Know how to use the fire extinguisher and what type of fire extinguisher is safe and effective for specific types of fire.
Children and pets do not belong in the kitchen within three feet of the stove.
When hot foods are being taken off the stove, children and pets do not belong in the area. Floors should be kept clear. Clean up spills as they occur.
Anything that can ignite a fire: matches, lighters, flammable objects near a stove should be relocated away from the cooktop and out of reach of children and pets
