Prevent Burns and Scalds

Burn Awareness Week focuses on burn prevention and awareness. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 276,086 people received medical care for treatment of unintentional burn injuries in 2020, with 3,028 deaths from fire and smoke inhalation in the United States. A few tips to keep you and loved ones safe are:Continue reading “Prevent Burns and Scalds”

Using Generators Safely

If you lose power and rely on a generator, please follow these safety tips to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning! Keep an eye out for symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning like headaches, dizziness, vomiting and confusion. If signs appear, move to place with fresh air and call 9-1-1. And, if your home doesn’t already have them,Continue reading “Using Generators Safely”

Fire District 3 recognizes emergency personnel at annual awards banquet

Learn more about some of the first responders serving the community BRUSH PRAIRIE, WASH. — Clark County Fire District 3 held its annual awards banquet last month and honored 11 emergency personnel for their outstanding service and dedication to their profession, each other, and the community. Volunteer of the Year: Parker IckertParker joined District 3Continue reading “Fire District 3 recognizes emergency personnel at annual awards banquet”

Stay Safe This Holiday Season!

Did you know that almost 1/3 of Christmas tree fires are caused by electrical problems? Christmas trees can bring holiday cheer to your home, but also introduce a new fire risk to your home. Follow these tips to keep your home safe during this holiday season: Share these tips and ensure everyone has a safeContinue reading “Stay Safe This Holiday Season!”

The Reflector: Cardiac arrest survivor, family meet with emergency personnel that saved her

https://www.thereflector.com/stories/cardiac-arrest-survivor-family-meet-with-emergency-personnel-that-saved-her,330732 In a second case in recent months, a cardiac arrest survivor, Jerissa Cunningham, and her family met with the emergency personnel who saved her during the call on Oct. 24 at Clark County Fire District 3’s Battle Ground station on Friday, Dec. 8. The night was full of joy and thanks on both sidesContinue reading “The Reflector: Cardiac arrest survivor, family meet with emergency personnel that saved her”