Limestone Firefighters will be out this weekend for the Fill the Boot campaign to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
Firefighters will be collecting spare change from motorists at E 76th St North and N 177th East Ave from roughly 8 am to 6 pm Friday through Sunday.
Those monies are used by MDA to provide a wide variety of services to over 550 children and adults in Eastern Oklahoma who are affected by one of the 43 neuromuscular diseases covered by the association.
Those services include equipment repair for wheelchairs, leg braces, communication devices, free visits to the MDA clinic in Oklahoma City, support groups, summer camp for children and worldwide research to find treatments and cures.
So, come out and help us fill the boot.
Tulsa, OK (
Tulsaworld.com) - If you live in northeastern Oklahoma, get ready to dial 10 digits for local telephone calls. Residents of the 918 area code, which extends from Bartlesville in the north to Sallisaw in the south and from the Oklahoma-Arkansas border to Pawhuska, will be required on March 5, 2011, to dial the 918 area code plus the local number to complete calls in northeastern Oklahoma, federal and state officials say.
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Claremore, OK - Tuesday, contractors began the work installing four additional fire hydrants – paid for by the Limestone Fire Protection District – along SH-20. Work will begin at the southeast corner of SH-20 and N. 193rd East Avenue.
This year, Limestone Fire Protection District will pay for the installation of four hydrants. They hope to fund another 10 hydrants next year.
Limestone officials say that the additional hydrants will improve their access to water, thereby enhancing their fire suppression capabilities. When responding to a fire in an area without hydrants, Limestone firefighters must rely on tanker trucks – which range from 1,200 to 2,000 gallons – for water.
Summer Storm Fire Safety
Protect yourself, your family and your home from the potential threat of fire during or after a summer storm.
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Every year Americans look forward to summer vacations, camping, family reunions, picnics, and the Fourth of July. Summertime, however, also brings fires and injuries due to fireworks and outdoor grills. Annually just under 10,000 Americans are injured by fireworks and almost 5,000 are injured by charcoal/wood-burning and propane grill fires. In 2007, 64 percent of fireworks injuries occurred between June 22 and July 22.
Families also enjoy camping in the summer. It is important to follow the park's rules for the use and extinguishing of campfires.
Collinsville, OK - Around 11:00 p.m. Limestone firefighters responded to a report of a dog in a well. Upon arrival, firefighters found a small dog at the bottom of an Aerobic Septic Tank. The cover was apparently off and the dog walked right into the hole and fell approximately 5 - 6 feet. The homeowner made several attempts to rescue the dog before calling the fire department. It took firefighters about 20 minutes to pull the dog out safely from the tank.
Claremore, OK - Recent service improvements may pay off for residents of a local fire protection district. On April 1, the Insurance Services Office (ISO) revised the Limestone Fire Protection District's public protection classification - from a Class 7/10 to a Class 5/10 - to reflect investments in capital and operational upgrades made by Limestone Fire Department. Only 16% of Oklahoma fire districts have earned an ISO classification of 5 or below.
Oklahoma City, OK - The Oklahoma Highway Patrol is prepared for the increase in travelers this holiday weekend as they target motorist who fail to comply with the states seat belt law. " The Oklahoma Highway Patrol enforces a ‘no tolerance' policy when it comes to safety belts and child restraint violations, we DO NOT issue warnings. Every operator and front seat passenger along with anyone under the age of thirteen is required to be buckled up, or be in an approved safety seat belt system," said Captain Chris West, Department of Public Safety spokesman.
Most homes have a multitude of electrical appliances ranging from small kitchen items such as toasters and microwaves to major appliances like clothes dryers and dishwashers. While appliances make our lives much easier, they also pose significant risks—including fire—if not maintained properly.
Appliance fire safety is a matter of keeping your appliances in good working order, as well as using them as they were intended. The average homeowner has several thousand dollars invested in appliances. To protect your investment and to avoid the potential risk of fire, find out what to check for to ensure your appliances don’t put you or your family at risk.
By the Numbers: Residential Appliance Fires
Residential appliance fires annually result in an estimated:
- 9,600 fires
- 25 deaths
- 525 injuries
- $211 million in property loss
Source: National Fire Incident Reporting System
The high cost of home heating fuels and utilities have caused many Americans to search for alternative home heating sources such as wood burning stoves, space heaters, and fireplaces. Heating is one of the leading causes of residential fires. Over one-quarter of these fires result from improper maintenance of equipment, specifically the failure to clean the equipment.
Did you know that 50 percent of child fire deaths affect those under the age of 5? Escaping from a fire can be difficult for very young children because they generally lack the motor skills and mental capabilities needed to quickly escape a burning building. The U.S. Fire Administration provides fire prevention information to teach children and their caregivers about the dangers of fire. Protect your kids ... install and maintain smoke alarms and residential sprinklers and practice home fire escape plans to ensure your children will be safe if a fire were to start in your home.
The Oklahoma Highway Patrol is prepared for the increase in travelers this holiday weekend as they target motorist who fail to comply with the state's seat belt law. "Oklahoma Highway Patrol has a ‘no tolerance' policy for seat belt and child restraint violations and we do not issue warnings. Every operator and front seat passenger along with anyone under the age of 13, is required to be in a safety seat belt system,"said Captain Chris West, Department of Public Safety spokesperson. Oklahoma Highway Patrol troopers will be out in full force over the "Memorial Day" weekend in an effort to keep travelers safe. "Along with seat belts, troopers will be watching for speeders and aggressive drivers," said West.
WASHINGTON D.C. - The United States Fire Administration (USFA) has issued a special report examining the causes and characteristics of outdoor fires. The report, Outdoor Fires, was developed by the National Fire Data Center, part of the USFA. This report is based on 2004 to 2006 data from the National Fire Incident Reporting System (NFIRS) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). The report, part of the USFA's Topical Fire Report Series, shows an estimated 655,200 outdoor fires occur annually in the U.S. resulting in 50 civilian deaths, 875 civilian injuries, and $154 million in property loss.
Claremore, OK (
Claremoreprogress.com) - Residents violating a burn ban issued by Rogers County Commissioners Monday could be fined up to $500. Fire danger is high despite last week’s icy precipitation.
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Washington, D.C. – Yesterday, Philadelphia Fire Commissioner Lloyd Ayers, Baltimore Fire Chief James Clack, Washington, D.C. Fire Chief Dennis Rubin, and other fire organization leaders joined U.S. Fire Administrator Greg Cade to ask all residents of this nation to install, maintain, and test their smoke alarms. This national effort is a result of one of the deadliest holiday seasons in recent memory and several significant fires in the first days of 2009. Since Thanksgiving 2008, there have been more than 158 fatal fires in the United States resulting in over 200 fire fatalities.
Owasso, OK. - Around 4:30 this New Year's Eve Morning Limestone Fire responded to a report motor vehicle accident at 76th St N and 177th E Ave.
Oklahoma Highway Safety Office says "Be prepared"
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - Winter driving can be hazardous and scary, particularly for Oklahomans who are accustomed to mild weather during much of the year.
Fatal Home Fires Jumped Nearly 68% during Cooler Months
WASHINGTON, D.C. – “Home fire season” starts now, and the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) is working to make this year’s cold months safer than last years—when there was a dramatic increase in home fire deaths. According to the USFA, during the “home fire season” of October 2007 to March 2008, there was a 68% increase in the number of fatal home fires and a 67% increase in the number of people killed in home fires, compared to the warmer months.
Oklahoma City, OK. – The seat belt message is “clicking” with Oklahomans. An observational survey of seat belt use, sponsored by the Oklahoma Highway Safety Office, measured how often drivers and front-seat passengers wore their seat belts. The seat belt use rate increased from 83.1% in 2007 to 84.3% in 2008, the highest rate since the first survey in 1986.
Oklahoma City, OK - The Oklahoma Highway Patrol has received numerous telephone calls from alarmed citizens that have received messages stating that there has been a serious, sometimes fatal accident on a highway, and that their phone number was listed on a cell phone found inside the vehicle involved in the crash. They are then instructed to dial an exact sequence of numbers beginning with *72.
WASHINGTON - The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Ready Campaign (www.ready.gov) is sponsoring the fifth annual National Preparedness Month (NPM) in September with support from more than 2,700 NPM coalition members, the largest amount to date. NPM coalition members, consisting of national, regional, state, and local organizations, will combine efforts throughout the month of September to encourage all Americans to take steps to prepare for emergencies before they happen.
Tuesday, September 2nd.
5:30 pm - 9 pm
Limestone Station #3
(Located on the NW Corner of 76th St N and 177th E Ave.)
To schedule an appointment
call Tammy Goode at 341-6430
If you are at least 17 year of age, weigh a minimum of 110 pounds and are in general good health, you may be eligible to donate blood. For more information on blood donations call 1-800-GIVE-LIVE. The Red Cross reminds those coming to donate to bring a photo ID.
Motorists are reminded to stay alert for students that are heading back to school as area schools start back this Wednesday and Thursday.
NFPA report finds overall decline in deaths and injuries
People at the highest risk of death in home structure fires are the very young and very old, according to the Characteristics of Home Fire Victims report released today by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
Everyone enjoys fireworks, particularly in the festive Fourth of July season. But some devices can be dangerous. The National Council on Fireworks Safety recommends that you only buy consumer fireworks from a licensed store or stand. Never buy firework devices from an individual’s house, or out of someone’s car. Such fireworks are likely to be illegal explosives that can seriously injure you.
Claremore, OK - SH-20 at Keetonville Hill in Rogers County will be open to traffic by 6 p.m. tonight. The roadway has been closed since April 10, 2008, after a landslide caused by heavy rains damaged both the pavement and the hillside.
Stillwater, OK (
Firehouse.com) - A firefighter collapsed and later died following a training exercise at Oklahoma State University Fire Service Training on May 31, according to university spokesman Gary Shutt.
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Claremore, OK (
Claremore Progress) - A recent geotechnical investigation reveals two potential failure zones exist along a 3/4-mile stretch of Keetonville Road. Those failures and the cost of reconstructing the roadbed mean the county road, closed since April, will be closed permanently.
“We’ll abandon that portion of Keetonville Road,” County Commissioner Mike Helm said this morning by phone
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The Oklahoma "Click it or Ticket" campaign began today and will run through June 1st. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol, along with 256 Oklahoma law enforcement agencies, will participate in the event. Law enforcement officers will target area motorists who are in violation of Oklahoma's mandatory seat belt use act.
Oklahoma City, OK - At a special meeting of the Oklahoma Transportation Commission today, a contract for the reconstruction of SH-20 at Keetonville Hill in Rogers County was awarded to Muskogee Bridge Co., Inc.
Claremore, OK – On Monday afternoon an emergency meeting was called by the Rogers County Commissioners at the County Courthouse. Commissioners declared a State of Emergency in the County on the advice of District Attorney Gene Haynes. During the meeting emergency response agencies from Claremore, Verdigris, Northwest, Limestone, Catoosa, Tiawah, Tri District and Pafford developed temporary coverage and response routes to areas that were isolated by last Thursday’s closing of Keetonville Road and SH20 at Keetonville Hill. Jackie Custer of Oologah-Talala EMS and Matt Mueller from the City of Claremore also attended the meeting. Representatives from Owasso Fire/EMS were unable to attend the meeting.
Claremore, OK - State Highway 20 was closed this afternoon by Oklahoma Department of Transportation. Overnight rain cause the west bound side SH 20 to giving way on Keetonville Hill just west of Verdigris River in Rogers County.
Oklahoma City, OK - Citing recent precipitation and the advice of fire experts, Gov. Brad Henry today modified the state’s burn ban, lifting burn prohibitions for all but 25 counties in the panhandle and southwestern Oklahoma.
Oklahoma City, OK - Citing high winds, dry conditions and a series of recent wildfires, Gov. Brad Henry today declared a statewide burn ban for Oklahoma.
Governor Brady Henry has issued a Proclamation declaring Sunday, January 13, 2008 as "Amber Alert Awareness Day" in Oklahoma.
With winter weather approaching, the Oklahoma Highway Patrol is urging motorists to help bring the year to a close without any more deaths on our roadways.“We really need people to ensure their vehicles are ready to operate in cold weather, and then make a mental check about the driving changes they'll need to make in order to get to their destinations safely on potentially slick roads,” said Captain Chris West, spokesman for the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.
The Limestone Firefighters Association will hosting it Annual Haunted House.
Many people and families follow a series of items on a schedule or a to-do list to keep things running smoothly. Sound familiar? There is one item that should get top billing on everyone’s list - plan and practice a home fire escape. This item should be marked “must-do now!” Whether the list of tasks is posted on the refrigerator door, is a running tally in your head or takes on the form of a reminder that lives in your latest organizer gadget – the time is now to get this item moved to your “done” list.
Limestone Fire Protection District Board of Directors, Claremore, OK, has authorized liquidation of surplus property by sealed bid. Item(s) offered for sale include:
On Tuesday, June 15, 2007, at 6:00 pm a public hearing will be held at Limestone Fire Protection District Station 1, 5262 East Highway 20. Claremore, OK; located in Southwest Counter of Rogers County. Pursuant to O.S.S 19-901.42 the Board of Directors will be meet to discuss the proposed budget for the 2007-2008 fiscal year. Any property owner in the Limestone Fire Protection District is invited to attend.
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- With winter storms and cold weather impacting much of the country, the need for supplemental heating is on the rise. Continued reports of deaths and injuries associated with alternative heating products prompts the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) again to warn consumers to exercise extreme caution when using space heaters, kerosene heaters, and fireplaces.
The Limestone Firefighters Association will be hosting it's Annual Haunted House.
On Tuesday, June 13, 2006, at 5:30 pm a public hearing will be held at Limestone Fire Protection District Station 1, 5262 East Highway 20. Claremore, OK; located in Southwest Counter of Rogers County.
The Limestone Firefighters Association will hosting it Annual Haunted House.
Limestone Fire Protection District is celebrating it's 25th Anniversary During the month of October.
Limestone Fire Protection District has been presented with a Life Safety Achievement for the year 2004 by the Residential Fire Safety Institure (RFSI). The award was announced by Roy L. Marchall Director of the RFSI.
Limestone Fire Protection District has a new fire station at the corner of North 177th East Avenue and East 76th Street North. The new station will help increase response time to the southern section of our district.
