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WHAT
IF YOU HAD A
FIRE……. AND NO ONE CAME
In our last news letter we explained that the Plumas Eureka Volunteer Fire Department (PEVFD) needs volunteers and that this is a serious issue. To fill our roster and consider ourselves sufficiently manned to respond to an emergency at all times we need an estimated eight more volunteers, especially people who are here during the day. In response to our previous newsletter two people came forward who may be able to start in the Spring; Mr. Tom Forster & Mr. Ed Yelland both from Eureka Springs. Thank you both for your willingness to help your community and help resolve this worrisome situation. The whole community owes these two men a thank you because, as evidenced by the response to our newsletter, people who are willing to volunteer to help their community are becoming increasingly hard to find.
PEVFD does offer its' volunteers some exciting training opportunities. First there is the "in house" training on all aspects of fire suppression and medical first responder operations. From operating the fire engine with its' pumps and variety of sophisticated equipment, to manning the Medical Rescue Unit with all of the latest medical and rescue gear, to learning radio communications during an emergency, the training can be as exciting and extensive as you want to make it. All in house training is under the supervision of our seasoned Fire Chief, Gary Castagnetti, who has over 32 years of fire suppression and medical experience. Then there is "the off site" training and certification; 1st responder, EMT, live fire and a host of others all paid for by PEVFD, including travel expenses.
Give us a try, you may like it!!
If you are interested in volunteering please contact Chief Castagnetti at the CSD offices at 836-1953 or the Fire Department at 836-0532.
Thanks
Ivan Gossage
Ivan Gossage, General Manager Plumas Eureka Community Services District
