Elmore County First Responders Coloring Book

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Sheriff Bill Franklin

The Sheriff and his deputies are your friends and will be there when you need them.

Elmore County Sheriff Bill Franklin

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chief robert head guards and protects the eclectic community

Chief Robert Head, Eclectic PD

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the chief of police's main job is to make sure each department is protecting and serving our community.

Chief Matthew Higgins, Tallassee PD

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Chief Benton is in charge of keeping the Police Department and the community working together.

Chief Greg Benton, Wetumpka PD

334.514.3410 • 203 Orline Drive, Wetumpka BAR AND GRILL 6 Elmore County First Responders • 2021

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chief willis keeps watch over the wetumpka fire department

Chief Greg Willis, Wetumpka Fire Department

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TO OUR FIRST RESPONDERS & ESSENTIAL WORKERS

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Lt. Spraggins has computer equipment in his vehicle to track offenders

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Firetrucks have to be big to hold all of the equipment to put out fires.

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officer katrina harden rides patrol to keep our community safe Katrina Harden, Wetumpka PD

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Ready Teddy, the ema preparedness fair mascot and mcgruff the crime dog love to meet children!

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Firemen work together as a team to get the job done!

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LEARN CPR ♥ SAVE A LIFE

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assistant chief ed reeves oversees all areas of the police department Assistant Chief Ed Reeves, Wetumpka PD

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emt’s and emt’ paramedics use medical ambulances to respond to people who are sick or hurt.

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Firefighters are trained to put out fires and rescue people.

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Police work with children to help in case of emergency.

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Wild Weather Safety Checklist Wild weather can be scary, but following the Ɵps below can help you stay safe.

Complete the Ɵps using the phrases from the Word Bank.

If there is a tornado we . . .

• Listen for safety announcements.

• Bring pets indoors • Find _________________________ • Stay inside, away from __________ If there is a blizzard we . . .

• Wear ________________________ • Shovel _______________________ • Avoid icy roads.

• Don’t stay out for long periods of Ɵme.

If it is really hot we . . .

• Use sunscreen.

• Drink lots of _____________________ • Wear __________________________ If there is a thunderstorm we . . .

• Get out of _______________________ • Stay away from bodies of water, tall trees and high structures.

• Try to go indoors.

• Listen to ________________________

Word Bank Windows and Doors • Cool, Comfortable Clothing Warm Clothing • The Swimming Pool • Sidewalks and Driveways Water • Weather Alerts • Shelter Before you renew your insurance policy...

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If you get in trouble on the water, the firemen have rescue boats.

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Swimming Safety Rules

1. Walk. Don’t run around pools or docks.

2. Do not dive into less than 9 feet of water.

3. Do not hold your breath under water for a long time.

4. Play safely. No horse play.

5. Never swim alone.

6. Wear a life jacket.

7. If you see someone who needs help, never jump in after them. Throw them a life perserver and call the life guard.

8. Take swimming lessons.

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Detectives work to collect evidence, interview witnesses and perform searches to solve crimes

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Hospitals have a lot of housekeepers to keep germs away.

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START

Help the ambulance get to the hospital.

FINISH

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It’s easy to love the rain when you’re prepared for the storm.

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Detectives store evidence collected from crimes in secure lockers until trial

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Serving Breakfast and Lunch - Meat and Three

more than a gas station!

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75930 Tallassee Hwy.| Wetumpka, AL 2021 • Elmore County First Responders 31

Fire Departments depend on their vehicles for service and rescue work

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My Personal Safety Rules My body is my body and it belongs to me!

I can say, “No!” if I don’t want to kiss or hug someone. I can give them a high five, shake their hand or blow them a kiss. I am the boss of my body and what I say goes! No one can touch any area that a bathing suit covers.

Early Warning Signs If I feel frightened or unsafe I may sweat a lot get a sick tummy become shaky and my heart might beat really fast. These feelings are called my Early Warning Signs. If I feel this way about anything. I must tell an adult on my Safety Network straightaway.

I have a Safety Network These are five adults I trust. I can tell these people anything and they will believe me. If I feel worried, scared or unsure, I can tell someone on my Safety Network how I am feeling and why I feel this way.

Fill in the blanks with your five trusted adults. Get your parents to help.

Secrets I should never keep secrets that make me feel bad or uncomfortable. If someone asks me to keep a secret that makes me feel bad or unsafe, I must tell an adult on my Safety Network straightaway!

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Hospital staff stays up-todate on saftey procedures

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what should you do?

What should you do if you see fire or smell smoke in your house?

I should...

I shouldn’t...

get out fast.

hide.

get down low.

call 911 after escaping from the house.

know of 2 ways to escape.

go back inside.

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(334) 567-5421

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wetumpka firemen work as a team to protect our community

S COTT E. G RIER CPA, CVA 116 C OMPANY S TREET W ETUMPKA , A LABAMA 36092

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THINGS KIDS SHOULD KNOW ABOUT SCHOOL BUS SAFETY: • The bus driver and others cannot see you if you are standing closer than 10 feet to the bus. Stay out of the danger zone!

• If something falls under or near the bus, tell the driver. NEVER try to pick it up yourself!

• While waiting for the bus, stay in a safe place away from the street.

• When you get on or of the bus, look left, right, left before you enter or cross the street.

• When the driver says it is safe to cross the street, remember to CROSS IN FRONT of the bus.

• Stay in your seat and sit quietly so that the driver is not distracted.

• Some school buses now have seat belts. If you have seat belts on your school bus, be sure to learn to use the seat belt correctly.

STUDENTS RIDING A SCHOOL BUS SHOULD ALWAYS: • Arrive at the bus stop five minutes early.

• Stand at least 5 giant steps (10 feet) away from the edge of the road.

• Wait until the bus stops, the door opens, and the driver says it’s okay before stepping onto the bus.

• Be careful that clothing with drawstrings and book bags with straps or dangling objects do not get caught in the handrail or door when exiting the bus.

• Check both ways for cars before stepping off the bus.

CROSSING STUDENTS SHOULD: • Walk in front of the bus; never walk behind the bus.

• Walk on the sidewalk or along the side of the road to a point at least 10 giant steps ahead of the bus.

• Be sure the bus driver can see them, and they can see the bus driver.

• Wait for the driver’s signal to cross.

Elmore County Public Schools 100 H. H. Robison Dr. | Wetumpka, AL 36092 2021 • Elmore County First Responders 37

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Officers use dogs to track criminals and in search and rescue missions.

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physical fitness is a requirement for firemen to be able to handle all areas of their job.

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firefighters wear special gear to fight fires and help them breathe

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Alignment & Muffler Service, LLC

• ALIGNMENTS • EXHAUST • TIRES/BRAKES • OIL CHANGES

334-567-6760

220 Company Street | Wetumpka, AL

Fire Stations proudly fly their American Flags.

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Locally Owned & Operated Smartphone and Cell Phone Experts

HOURS: Monday - Friday 9-6; Saturday 10-2

419 S. Main Street

(334) 478-4949

Wetumpka, AL

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Top Electrical Safety Tips Never fly a kite on a rainy day or anywhere but an open space. A high point in the sky makes a kite a grounding point for lightning and kites could easily become tangled in power lines.

Don’t climb trees that are near power lines and poles – evergreens can disguise dangers this time of year; leaves during the spring and summer.

Stay far away from power lines lying on the ground. You can’t tell if electricity is still flowing through them. If there’s water nearby, don’t go in it. Water is the best conductor of electricity.

Obey signs that say “danger” and “keep out” around large electrical equipment, like substations. These signs aren’t warnings; they’re commands to keep you safe.

Never climb a power pole. The electricity carried through this equipment is extremely high voltage and could hurt you.

Downed power lines are big trouble.

Stay well away from them, and call 911 immediately. Always assume that any power line is fully charged and is not turned off.

Do not attempt to cut or remove a tree that is, or could become, entangled with power lines.

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Do not throw objects up into power lines, which can cause short circuits that could result in injuries This includes items you might not consider conductive, such as ropes and strings.

Never touch a person who is in contact with power lines or other objects that are touching power lines You cannot help them by being electrocuted yourself.

This page is brought to you by Central Alabama Electric Cooperative • Prattville, Alabama 44 Elmore County First Responders • 2021

Firemen must pass inspection before starting their day

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Hospitals use specialized equipment that help keep you healthy.

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Our communities depend on volunteer fire departments in case of emergencies

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lt. roberts is in charge of all administrative staff for the wetumpka police department on a daily basis

Lt. Roberts, Wetumpka PD

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Firemen must wear special equipment to protect themselves while fighting fires.

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