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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”

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”

It’s cold out there! Thought it was a good time to remind everyone drive safely this winter.

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!”

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”

Looking for a way to give back this holiday season? We are running our annual toy and food drive until December 13th. Help support our community by donating non-perishable food items, toys and gift cards for families in need! Donations can be dropped off at Station 31 in Hockinson (17718 NE 159th St., Brush Prairie,Continue reading “Toy and Food Drive”

Tis the season to light a bright candle. Whether used to make your house smell delightful, or as part of a religious celebration, keep your house cozy and safe by following these candle safety guidelines: Have a safe and happy holiday season.

📬 Our Fall 2023 newsletter will arrive in mailboxes any day now. You can read it here: https://fire3.org/newsletter/. In this edition:🚒 Message from the Chief📈 Let’s Talk About Growth🚑 Why Does Fire District 3 Respond to Medical Emergencies?🧯 Check Your Insurance Rating🎁 Holiday Toy & Food Drive Newsletter available in other languages: Fall Newsletter 2023Continue reading “Newsletter – Fall 2023”

Applications can be submitted by one of the following methods: Online Here (electronic copy of application must be uploaded).Emailed dustinwaliezer@fire3.org Physical copy dropped off at Clark County Fire District 3 – Station 31 Payment for the class is due a minimum of 1 week prior to the start of the class (11/21/23). Please drop offContinue reading “FD3 WA DOH EMT-IV Training”

Don’t wait for an emergency to remind you – it’s time to check those batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Regular maintenance is key to ensure these life-saving devices are ready when you need them most. Here are some essential tips: