Fire

Father Of Infant Commends World-Class Response By Los Alamos Fire Department

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By ROBERT HAYWARD
Los Alamos

Recently my wife and I had to call 911 because our infant daughter was having a medical emergency. The response by Los Alamos Fire Department (and the community in general) was nothing short of exemplary.

The genuine concern, professionalism, and sub-3-minute response by LAFD helped the recovery of my daughter and provided assurance to my wife and me that we were in good hands. This outstanding response continued when we were transported to UNM hospital in Albuquerque.

The community came out to help during this time as well. Neighbors came over to take care of our cat. Read More

Wildfire Preparedness: Pack A Go-Bag & Keep It Near!

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Courtesy/FSG

Forest Stewards Guild News:

SANTA FE — It is vital to have an emergency kit and an evacuation plan in place for you and your family.

The 2023 Wildfire Preparedness is Year-Round campaign provides monthly wildfire preparedness tasks that follow the changing seasons. The February message from the Forest Stewards Guild and the Fire Adapted NM learning network, partners, agencies and non-governmental organizations is, “Preparedness is all Year, Pack a Go-Bag and Keep it Near.”

Whether you live in the wildland-urban interface or in a rural area in the mountains, communication Read More

McQuiston: How To Help Prevent House Fires

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By ALLEN MCQUISTON
Jemez Insurance Agency
Serving Los Alamos Since 1963

Using our claim data, Travelers Insurance has developed a list of the most common causes of fire-related losses as well as some things you can do to help prevent them.

Faulty Wiring and Outlets Are One of the Top Causes of House Fires.

        • Check the electrical cords throughout your home for signs of fraying, and replace all frayed wires.
        • Do not pinch or cover electrical cords with items such as rugs.
        • Be aware of the capacity of your home’s electrical system. Do not overload your circuits. If you have questions about your home’s
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LAFD Honors Retirements, Recognitions & Promotions

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Fire Chief Troy Hughes delivers welcoming remarks recognizing LAFD distinguished employees at a special ceremony Jan. 14 at Crossroads Bible Church. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Keynote Speaker Sen. Leo Jaramillo honors distinguished employees. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

Los Alamos County Clerk Naomi Maestas administers the Oath of Office. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com

LAFD News:

The Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) took a pause out of its normal routine to recognize the accomplishments of many of its distinguished employees with a special ceremony for Read More

LAPD: Battle Of The Badges To Benefit Special Olympics

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LAPD News:

This year our communities finest will suit up to play a charity event to benefit our local Special Olympic Athletes at the Los Alamos ice-rink. On Saturday Feb. 25, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Los Alamos Police Officers will battle Los Alamos Firefighters in a game of Broomball! What is Broomball? Broomball is like ice hockey but without skates, what could go wrong?

The event will be raising money through selling concessions, selling merchandise, taking donations, having a halftime raffle, and a silent auction. All proceeds will go to benefit Special Olympic Athletes. Volunteers will Read More

Los Alamos National Laboratory Looks At What’s Driving Re-Burns Across California & The West

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Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) shares a news story on what’s driving re-burns across California and the West. Seasonal temperature, moisture loss from plants and wind speed are what primarily drive fires that sweep across the same landscape multiple times, a new study reveals. These findings and others could help land managers plan more effective treatments in areas susceptible to fire, particularly in the fire-ravaged wildland-urban interfaces of California. Read the full article here. Read More

Wildfire Preparedness: Resolve To Be Ready In 2023

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SFNF News:

SANTA FE — The Wildfire Preparedness is Year-Round campaign continues in 2023 with monthly wildfire preparedness messages from the Santa Fe National Forest, in partnership with Fire Adapted New Mexico learning network, agencies and non-governmental organizations.

While winter may provide a break from wildfire activity, wildfires are possible during any time of year. As this new year begins, the message for January is Resolve to be Ready.

In spite of recent snow in many parts of the state, New Mexico is still expected to have a dry, “La Niña” winter following the 2022 monsoon Read More

Governor Proclaims State Agency Fire Response Appreciation Week In New Mexico

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STATE News:

SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham Friday proclaimed the week of Jan. 23 as State Agency Fire Response Appreciation Week to honor the dedication and hard work of personnel across state agencies who responded to New Mexico’s historic wildfires and flooding in 2022.

“The commitment to public service and public safety displayed by state workers in the wake of devastating fires and floods was truly exemplary, and I know that lives were saved because of those efforts,” Gov. Lujan Grisham said. “I am committed to fighting for every resource during this legislative session, including Read More

Stansbury And Kim Introduce Bipartisan Bill To Boost Wildfire Communications & Information Sharing

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From the Office of U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, U.S. Representatives Melanie Stansbury (N.M.-01) and Young Kim (Calif.-40) introduced the National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) Wildland Fire Communications and Information Dissemination Act (H.R. 369) to boost communications and information sharing efforts between first responders, fire management response officials and community members during wildfires.

Rep. Joe Neguse (Colo.-02) joined as an original cosponsor.

Rep. Stansbury initially introduced the bill with Rep. Kim during Read More

Governor Urges FEMA To Make New Mexicans Whole Through Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire Assistance Act

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From the Office of the Governor:
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced today that the Office of the Governor has filed her comments to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) regarding the agency’s draft rules to govern the distribution of $3.95 billion in direct federal aid through the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire Assistance Act.
“The Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire Assistance Act is intended to make individuals and communities whole after catastrophic losses from these federally-caused wildfires, and it is the State of New Mexico’s priority that that intent be fully
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