Kemah Fire Department

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is urging consumers to replace the batteries in their smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms this weekend for Daylight Saving Time. This year, Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 10th. Fresh batteries allow smoke and CO alarms to do their jobs saving lives by alerting families of a fire or a buildup of deadly carbon monoxide in their homes.

The Kemah Fire Department is offering to assist replacing batteries or installing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. If you need any assistance please call the fire station at 281-538-5727

CPSC estimates there was a yearly average of 386,300 residential fires resulting in nearly 2,400 deaths between 2006 and 2008.

Two-thirds of fire deaths occur in homes where there are no smoke alarms or no working smoke alarms. That is why it is important to replace batteries at least once every year and to test your alarms every month to make sure they work. CPSC recommends consumers have smoke alarms on every level of their home, outside bedrooms and inside each bedroom.

CPSC estimates there was an annual average of 183 unintentional non-fire CO poisoning deaths associated with consumer products between 2006 and 2008. CO is called the "invisible killer," because it is a colorless, odorless and poisonous gas. Because of this, people may not know they are being poisoned. Carbon monoxide is produced by the incomplete burning of fuel in various products, including furnaces, portable generators, fireplaces, cars and charcoal grills.

That is why it is important to have working CO alarms in the home, on each level and outside each sleeping area.

To our brothers, sisters, family and friends in the Bryan Fire Department

When duty call's me, oh Lord,
Wherever Flames may rage,
Give me the strength to save some life
Whatever Be its age.

Help me embrace a little child
Before it is too late
Or save an older person from
The horror of that fate

Enable me to be alert,
and oh Lord, guide my every move,
for life is so precious,
please don't let us loose.

I want to fill my calling and
To give the best in me
To guard my every neighbor
And protect their property

And if according to thy will,
That I must give my life,
Then with thy protecting hand my Lord,
I pray thee, protect my children and my wife.

Amen

Grapefruit and Medicines

We've known for twenty years it's not safe to mix grapefruit and some prescription drugs. Eighty-five drugs are known or suspected to interact with grapefruit. More than half of them can cause very serious effects. These include dangerous heart rhythms, kidney damage, muscle damage... Read on.

OUR SINCEREST CONDOLENSES

To the angels young and old, the Newtown community and Sandy Hook Elementary we stand with you through this difficult time.

**** Rescheduled****2012 SANTA AROUND TOWN INFORMATION AND MAP**** Rescheduled****

Kemah Fire Department is once again planning its annual “SANTA AROUND TOWN”. The Fire trucks carrying Santa and his helpers, with candy and greetings of holiday cheer, will be going all around town on Thursday, December 20th from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (approximate*). Please come out and greet Santa, as horns and sirens announce his arrival in your neighborhood; starting at the fire station, going thru Southeast Kemah, then Kemah Village, Kemah Oaks, the Boardwalk, Northwest Kemah, Lazy Bend and finally Clear Lake Shores. *Times and Route may vary depending on weather and/or emergency calls. We wish all, a very Merry Christmas and a Safe, Happy New Year.

Santa Around Town Map (click here)

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE KEMAH VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT RECIPIENT OF THE 2012 FIRST RESPONDER ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR AWARD

First Responder Award honors a first responder organization that demonstrated leadership in EMS in patient care, public access, medical control, disaster preparedness, public education or training.

Great job to all those involved. We have a highly talented and cohesive command staff, an energetic membership and a community that supports us. Being selected for this award from the pool of responding agencies across the state just shows how much can be accomplished when we work together as a team. Great job everyone!

Texas Department of Health Awards Website (click here)

THANKYOU TO THE KOCH PIPELINE COMPANY

We were suprised at out last Emergency Services Board meeting by representatives from the Koch Pipeline Company who made a $500 donation to our department. The contribution is greatly appreciated and showing up in person to present the check was really icing on the cake.

Thankyou so much!

Merle Teeter Koch Pipeline Company with Chief Hahn

2011 Awards Banquet

Congratulations to all of the service award recipients and thanks to the banquet committee for an awesome banquet. I cannot wait for next year...

Special recognition for Fire Chief Brent Hahn on his exemplary leadership.

Dustin Blue was both Rookie of the Year and Top Responder.

David Zinsky was Officer of the Year.

Recieving the Chiefs Award was Assistant Chief Steve Ruthstrom.

A special thanks to all those who donated items for our members and guests.

BAKKHUS TAVERNA
BOHICKEY’S
CHILI’S
CICI’S
HOAGIE RANCH
HOME DEPOT
JACKIE’S BRICKHOUSE
KEMAH CANDLES
KEMAH HARDWARE
LANDRY’S CORPORATION
MARBLE SLAB
MARIO’S
OFFICE DEPOT
OPUS BISTRO
OUTRIGGERS
RAILEAN DISTILLERS
SPIRVIN GROUP – ROLF SCHAUMBURGER
SONIC
STOMPS
SWAMP SHACK
T-BONE TOM’S
TEQUILA MIA’S
TOOKIES
TRADEWINDS
TROPICAL EXPRESS
WALMART
WHAT’S COOKIN’ BISTRO
MATT WIGGINS - WINE DOWN BISTRO -
EDGEWATER INN - BUBBAS SHRIMP PALACE

THANKYOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT IN THE FIRE DEPARTMENT FEE ELECTION

We are ecstatic to see the strong show of support provided by the community and look forward to working hard to earn every penny.

THANKYOU THANKYOU THANKYOU!

PLEASE SUPPORT KVFD IN OUR UPCOMING ELECTION

The Kemah Volunteer Fire Department is requesting to increase our service fee in order to better protect our community. The department is working hard to keep our operating costs under control. However, increases in insurance, mandatory equipement certification, maintenance and fuel costs over the years have negatively impacted our ability to appropriately respond to issues that arise. A simple example is shown in our 2011 Property Inventory which lists 21 full sets of bunker gear for our organization currently boasting 31 members. Help us help you and vote yes to the Fire Department Fee increase proposition.

The ballot proposition lists an increase of $5 to the current $5 charge. However, our plan is to only increase the amount to a total of $7 for the foreseeable future. Also, all expenditures are fully vetted through the Emergency Services Board which is comprised of area residents. We take pride in the communities we serve and always try to make the most appropriate choices with any revenue we collect.

The following information is available for download. If you would like to review any additional information please call Station 1 at Phone:(281) 538-5727.

Fee overview and rationale (click here)

Budget and Cash Management Report (click here)

5 Year Plan (click here)

Annual Property Inventory for 2011 (click here)

THANKYOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

STOK Gas Grills Recalled by One World Technologies Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
STOK Gas Grills Recalled by One World Technologies Due to Fire and Burn Hazards04/23/2012 04:05 PM EDT

On April 18, 2012, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a voluntary recall of STOK Island and STOK Quattro gas grills. The regulator on the grill can leak propane gas, which can ignite, posing fire and burn hazard to consumers. The STOK Island has a round grill base and two burners. "STOK" is written on the grill cover and a label on the bottom of the grill stand. The STOK Quattro gas grill is a rectangular, four-burner grill. "STOK" is printed on the grill's lid. To identify whether a specific Island or Quattro grill is included in this recall, you will need to look at the grill's regulator. The recalled grills have regulators on them with the model number "AZF" on the front and a date code between 1046 and 1143 on the back of the regulator. Sold at: Home Depot stores nationwide and in Canada and Direct Tools Factory Outlet stores nationwide from March 2011 through February 2012 for between $79 and $350.

Gas Cylinders Recall

Gas Cylinders Recalled by Worthington Cylinders Wisconsin Due to Fire Hazard

02/27/2012 08:14 AM EST

On February 23, 2012, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commissioned announced a voluntary recall of Worthington Cylinders Wisconsin Map Pro Propylene and MAPP Gas Cylinders sold at various plumbing/HVAC distributors, Home Depot, Lowes, and Ace Hardware Stores nationwide and in Canada from October 2004 through January 2012 for about $7 to 13 for cylinders and $45 to 75 for the torch kits. The seal on the cylinders can leak after torches or other fuel consuming equipment are disconnected from them, posing a fire hazard.

GIRL SCOUT TROOP VISIT

Kemah Fire Department was delighted to have a visit from a local Daisy Girl Scout troop. Thank you for coming out to visit our department!

With Special Thanks To All Of You

BURN AWARENESS WEEK

Feb. 5-11, 2012 is Burn Awareness Week, and during this week, Shriners Hospitals for Children will begin its annual burn prevention campaign. This year's focus is on teaching children to "Be Burn Aware," especially at home. Information and materials pertaining to the effort can be found on the health care system's website dedicated to burn awareness and prevention, www.burnawareness.org.

Flashlight Recall

Target Recalls LED Flashlight Sets Due to Fire and Burn Hazards