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Call 911 should you have an emergency, or call 360-452-4545 for general information. Listen to your local radio station 1450 AM. Refer to your telephone book for information regarding other emergency assistance. Make sure you have stored a minimum of one gallon of water, per person, per day. COMMERCIAL STRUCTURE FIRE AT PARKER PAINT
Posted July 20, 2010 At 5:35 PM, on Monday, July 19, 2010, Port Angeles Police Officers responded to a report of an alarm sounding at Parker Paint, located at 201 E. Front Street . When the first officer arrived, he saw that the paint store was filled with smoke. He notified dispatchers who in turn notified the Port Angles Fire Department.
When the first fire engine arrived, the firefighters aboard quickly set up a "deck gun" and immediately started flowing water through street level windows on the west side of the building. This operation kept the fire in check until additional firefighters arrived, forced entry into the structure and extinguished the fire with a hoseline. Fire damage was contained to the lower level of the paint store. There was smoke and water damage throughout the structure as well. There was no fire damage in the adjacent restaurant. Port Angeles firefighters responded with 1 engine, a medic unit, a ladder truck and a breathing air unit. Clallam County Fire District #2 (CCFD#2) responded with an engine and 6 personnel. Additionally, CCFD#2 staffed a standby medic unit at the Gales Addition Station and a full engine company at the Port Angeles Fire Station. A total of 32 personnel either responded to the scene or to stations for coverage. There were no injuries, the buildings were closed at the time of the fire. The cause of the fire is under investigation. There is no estimate at this time as to the dollar loss to the structure or the contents. PORT ANGELES FIRE DEPARTMENT PORT ANGELES FIRE DEPARTMENT & CLALLAM COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT #2 Posted July 9, 2010 - This study is the culmination of a two year process that examined all of the various issues to be considered as a part of the potential consolidation of the two agencies.
While fire suppression capability is obviously important, what may not be so obvious is that well over 80% of all calls responded to (in both the District and the City) are for EMS-related events. EMS services are also provided by volunteers and by a private ambulance provider when they are available. Since EMS calls are so prevalent, one of the primary goals of consolidation is to increase the availability of EMS response units and reduce their response times.
On the part of the Port Angeles Fire Department, the need is to continue to provide the level of service that the City has been providing and that the citizens expect. This is becoming increasingly difficult, especially considering that the Department has not added personnel resources for nearly 20 years, during a period when calls for service have have dramatically increased. In addition, there is a need to ensure long-term financial stability for the Department – especially during this difficult financial time when the City is faced with competing priorities.  Get it First - Sign Up Today to Receive City News via Email Give it a try and sign up today! And then get ready to "Read....or should we say....Email All About It". ~ In Partnership With the Community ~ FIRE EXTINGUISHED AT PEN PLY MILL Firefighters responded to the scene from the Port Angeles Fire Department and Clallam County Fire District #2. In addition, Clallam County Fire District #3 assisted by staging equipment and personnel at the Port Angeles station to provide coverage for the city while PAFD resources were at the fire. In all, over 30 firefighters responded to the scene. The response included three fire engines, one ladder truck, one rescue, one ambulance, one mobile breathing air unit, and a Chief's vehicle. Based upon an initial assessment, the mill sustained little, if any, structural damage. Several large electrical motors were damaged, as well as some electrical conduit. It is likely the impact on the mill's production will be minimal. "What is notable about this fire is the level of cooperation and coordination provided by mill staff. This level of participation by the mill employees helped make this a truly positive outcome", Chief Dan McKeen. FIREFIGHTERS RETURN from HAITI RELIEF EFFORT
The Firefighters estimated that they provided basic medical treatment to at least 100 people per day during the ten days they were actively working in Haiti. They also provided advanced medical aid to approximately 30 people per day and also assisted in transporting others to hospitals when possible. Our team is overwhelmed by the outpouring of strong support from our local community and is extremely thankful for this support in making the trip possible. The group plans on making a report at the February 16 City Council Meeting. BACKGROUND INFO
Captain Jamie Mason, Lieutenant Kevin Denton, Firefighter/Paramedic John Hall, Firefighter/Paramedic Mark Karjalainen and Firefighter/EMT Bryant Kroh departed from Port Angeles on January 23. After a brief stopover in Florida , the team entered Haiti by air either via Port au Prince or through the Dominican Republic . Once on the ground, the team will liaison with representatives from MAF, then they will proceed to utilize their emergency medical and rescue skills to provide as much aid as they can, wherever they are able. The group plans to return to Port Angeles on February 3rd. The team will be completely self-sufficient, bringing their own food, equipment, rescue tools, personal protective gear and medical supplies. This trip is being funded entirely by the personnel participating, with some assistance from private donations. Almost every member of the Fire Department is contributing in some way, either through monetary donations or by arranging their work schedules to enable the personnel to go. As an example, a Port Angeles Fire Department paramedic who is unable to accompany the team, is not only working shift trades, he donated $500 personally to the effort. The generosity of the community has also been wonderful. The Independent Bible Church has donated air miles and Olympic Medical Center, Wall Mart, and Home Depot are also making a donation. Team Updates Available online: The team will post updates on their efforts as often as possible. Follow them at: http://www.mercworks.us/index_files/Page657.htm Fire Department 2009 Annual Report The Port Angeles Fire Department appreciates all of the support provided by the community and the City Council. It is your support that inspires each and every one of us to perform at our best every day...... Medic I Utility Cost of Service Study - 2010 The Medic I Fund is structured around a cost of service approach, with the first cost of service study completed in 2005. It is the purpose of this study to identify Medic I's cost of providing ambulance and EMS services to its customers and to propose rate adjustments that more closely reflect the utility's present cost structure. The Medic I Utility Cost of Service Study - 2010 is available below. City Council will review and discuss this study at a future City Council meeting. If you have any questions, please contact Fire Chief Dan McKeen at dmckeen@cityofpa.us
PA FIREFIGHTERS - STAIRCLIMB RESULTS Firefighters ran up 69 flights of stairs in full gear including self-contained breathing apparatus in this timed event. Port Angeles Firefighters also posted these individual time scores: Name / Time / Overall Placement This was PA Firefighter Jake Patterson's fifth time up the Tower. Last year Patterson posted the best time for Port Angeles with a time of 18 minutes to climb the 69 flights of stairs. Kroh, Church and Karjalainen made their second trip up the stairs with Montana and Warren experiencing their first climb. Retired Firefighter Brian Wheeler assisted at the halfway mark to help climbers change air tanks. At 788 feet of vertical elevation, the Columbia Center (formerly Bank of America Tower) in downtown Seattle stands as the second tallest building west of the Mississippi. It takes 69 flights of stairs and 1,311 steps to reach the highly acclaimed observation deck overlooking Seattle and the surrounding area. The Scott Firefighter Stairclimb supports the mission of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, raising money through sponsorships, individual and department fundraising, and entry fees. Support the Home Team: ~ In Partnership With the Community ~ PORT ANGELES FIRE & RESCUE NEW LOGO Each functional consolidation between agencies has shown that both departments are progressively changing to meet the needs of our citizens. This joining of resources has never been more important as our demands have been increasing at a time when our financial resources have been struggling. The formation of an ad-hoc committee to explore the feasibility of a full consolidation is moving forward. Based upon the committee's recommendation, we may be combining both departments into a single more efficient organization.
Each firefighter from the two departments was given the opportunity to submit a proposed name and a proposed patch. A committee comprised of an equal number of career and volunteer firefighters paired the submittals down to three. The entire membership of both departments was given the opportunity to vote on the final selection. The selected patch with the name is shown above. Click on the graphic to view larger image size. There will likely be some minor modifications to the patch. The new name and patch will only be used if the consolidation effort moves forward and is successful. Public Safety Advisory Board It also holds public meetings from time to time to solicit public input regarding public safety services and programs; serves as a liaison between the Police and Fire Departments and the community; apprises the City Council, City Manager, Chief of Police and Fire Chief of the community's need for public safety services; and encourages individuals and community groups to assist in the police and fire programs and services, including the provision of funds, manpower and capital. The Public Safety Advisory Board reviews and makes recommendations concerning such other and further matters as may be referred to the Board, from time to time, by the City Council, City Manager, Police Chief or Fire Chief; and reviews and makes recommendations regarding legislative changes affecting public safety services in Port Angeles. All members shall either be City residents or work or attend school within the City. The Board meets the 4th Tuesday of each month, at 6:00 p.m., at the Port Angeles Fire Hall. Fire Department Salutes Outgoing Ladder Truck
This photo, by Captain Terry Reid of the Port Angeles Fire Department, was taken on Viewcrest Avenue overlooking the Port Angeles High School track with the harbor and the Strait of Juan de Fuca in the far background.  The Port Angeles Fire Department offers a variety of services and programs to help educate the public on proper fire and personal safety.
If we can provide you with further information, or assistance, please contact us at your convenience. Education:
Obviously the content and delivery will change as the audience grows older and matures. The Port Angeles Fire Department provides public education opportunities for thousands of individuals ranging from pre-schoolers to senior citizens. Investigations: The Fire Prevention Division investigates all significant fires that occur in the City. Fires are investigated in order to determine the origin of the fire and the cause of the fire. Finding the origin and cause of a fire can help investigators determine whether or not a crime has occurred, but more importantly, the investigation may enable the Department to prevent a similar occurrence through directed prevention efforts. If a fire is determined to be suspicious in nature, The Fire Department investigators work closely with the Police Department in order to process the scene and follow-up with necessary investigative work. The Port Angeles Fire Department also works closely with local and regional fire investigation teams. IMPORTANT: As an essential part of our commitment to you, the Port Angeles Fire Department maintains the privacy of certain confidential health care information about you, known as Protected Health Information or PHI. We are required by law to protect your health care information and to provide you with this Notice of Privacy Practices. The Notice outlines our legal duties and privacy practices with respect to your PHI. It not only describes our privacy practices and your legal rights, but lets you know, among other things, how we and our business associates are permitted to use and disclose PHI about you, how you can access and copy that information, how you may request amendment of that information, and how you may request restrictions on our use and disclosure of your PHI. We are also required to abide by the terms of the version of this Notice currently in effect. In most situations we may use this information as described in this Notice without your permission, but there are some situations where we may use it only after we obtain your written authorization. We respect your privacy, and treat all health care information about our patients with care under strict policies of confidentiality that all of our staff are committed to following at all times.
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