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SMOKE SIGNALSNEBCO FIRE-EMS

NEWSLETTERVol.13 No.3Editor: Judy Linstruth

December 2011 14639 S. Wimpy Jones Rd, P.O. Box 205, Garfield, AR 72732Office: 479-359-3134 www.nebcovfd.org

Well another year is coming to a close

and a lot of good things have been accomplishedhere at NEBCO FIRE-EMS. I am so pleased with the way

things are going regarding the way the two services have been combined. Our paramedics and EMTs have done a

great job in making this service what it is today, providingthe citizens of our area with some of the latest and best

procedures in the field of pre-hospital care. We are blessed

with this due to the great relationship we have with Rogers

Fire Department who provides our personnel with theirongoing continuing education. At this time, we are also

looking into doing joint training with AirEvac. This willbe a great way of expanding our way of giving you even

better service when AirEvac and NEBCO need to workdirectly with one another. Provided the funding is

available, we are also hoping to send two more students to paramedic school this spring.

Another big accomplishment was being able to purchase a newer ambulance, one equipped with four

wheel drive. With the winter coming I will feel a lot better knowing that we should be able to get to mostplaces without the concern of getting stuck. Last years snow was no fun for our guys to get to and from theirdestinations. This newer ambulance already has, and will continue to make a big difference in our ability to

travel our diverse terrain.

We have sold the property across the street that was VASs headquarters. This sale is a win win for ourcommunity. The funds from this sale will help us with the much needed funding for a new ambulance and

replace some of our older EMS equipment that will need to be replaced in the next year or two. On the otherside of this, Gods Pantry is who acquired the buildings and this is going to help them serve more people in

need. So again, this is a big win for the community as a whole.

Thanks to a wonderful donor, Fire Station 2 in the Lost Bridge area now has water service to thestation. This will now let us move forward on finishing some of the other projects in Station 2. These

projects would be really hard to complete without some really big hearted people helping make this happen.Thanks so much!

We purchased a New tanker fire truck and it has been delivered and put in service at Station 2. Even

though this truck is stationed there, it will respond to all calls in our entire area and will help in getting a moresubstantial water supply on all our fires. A big positive! This is a huge step forward in replacing a part of our

older fleet, and by the way, this is the first new truck NEBCO has ever had the opportunity to buy.

CALENDER

OF COMING EVENTS

FROM THE CHIEFS DESK

Dec 9 - Pictures with Santa

Gareld School

Dec 16 - Santa Visit to Gareld

School

Feb 25 - Chili Cook-O 10-3

NEBCO Community

Center

No other dates have been set

Watch our web site for informaon

on events

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We sent two of our firefighters to the Northwest Arkansas Community College to get their state fire

certifications for Firefighter I and Firefighter II. This was a year long course spending every Tuesday andThursday night, plus Saturday in training to become firefighters. These two did this entirely on their own

time. The next time you see Andy Driggs and Cris Vitali pat them on the back and tell them good job. Donttell them, but the instructors told me they finished in the top of their class! Great job! This is an example of

what our responders are truly about; a dedication to providing our community the best service possible.

When we brought the Fire and EMS service together, we advised you we would evaluate how it wasgoing and get back to you. Since then I have comented in these letters how I think were doing, but I feel we

need to get together personally to hear you opinions and discuss where our service is and where we need togo. So, after the first of the year we plan to set up some community meetings. Your input is needed to con-

tinue to help make this the service you want.

I would like to take this time to thank all of you that allow me to serve as the Fire Chief of this depart-ment. It means a lot to me knowing you have the faith and trust in me to serve this community. Without your

support and trust there is no way we would be where we are today. Thanks again.

NEBCO FIRE-EMS Chief

Rob Taylor

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ADDITIONAL TURKEY SHOOT

RIB COOK-OFF

RESULTS

Best Sauce: First Baptist Church of Seligman

Cook: Tim WaltersJudges:

Will Hanna, Benton County Fire Marshall

John Scott, Park Superintendent, Pea Ridge

Military ParkRobert McGowen, Benton County D.E.M.

CoordinatorJeremy Bernard, Chief, Wasburn Fire

DepartmentJerry Cousin, Owner, Shipping Resources

Do you have your

911 sign yet?Only $15 and well worth knowing that in an emer-

gency we can find you. Call or stop by our office

and order one today.


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Page 3 Shooters line up for the PokerShoot competition. Best poker

hand wins a Turkey.

Martin Schoenecker shows off isSmokin Ribs. Martin was cook-

ing for Barnett's Pawn and Bait inGateway.

Having a great time at the Shooting EventFrom right Paulette Roos, Cecile Bledso

our State Senator and Mary Freeman.

Travis Clark chief representing FastLane Entertainment shows off is

gourmet skills preparing appetizers

while his ribs are smokin.

Cecile Bledsoe gets some instruction on loaned shotgun before taking aim alonwith Mary Freeman in the shotgun shoot.

RIB COOK-OFF RESULTS

Loretta Burgess accepts trophy for 1st place, spon-

sored by Seligman Greater Area Chamber of Com-merce & Pepsi. They also took best presentation.

Bill Schnitzer walks away with 2nd place,sponsored by the City of Gateway.

Nathan Keck, new to our competition this

year, takes 3rd place, Sponsored by Ozark MountainPropane.

Rib Food Inspector: Carl Baker

TURKEY SHOOT FUNSpider Mountain and Gyro Ball

provided entertainment for

kids of all ages. Shooting, Rib

Cookn, face painting, Bingo

Silent Auction and a great

lunch. What more could you

want. Thanks to a host of vol-

unteers and Fast Lane Enter-

tainment for providing the best

games we ever had.

We brought in over $13,000 for

fuel, maintenance and re-

placement gear expenses for the

department.

THANK YOU FOR HELPING

SUPPORT NEBCO


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Spider Mountain and Gyro Ball provided all-day entertainment for the kids of all ages. Fast Lane Entertainment donated the use of

their equipment and the man power to run it. They were great and enjoyed the event as much as the kids did.

Chairwoman Kara Funk and Fire Chief Rob Taylor for a

whirl on the Gyro Ball.not really they chickened out

but we got a great picture anyway!

With a little guidance and assurance kids at any age can enjoy

the Daisy BB gun Range.

Face painting is always a popular attraction. Eleanor Jones

is a great artist and what better canvas than a childs face.

Anita Frevert serves up ribs at our lunch. We had chicken, ribs,pulled pork, coleslaw, beans, beverage and dessert.Wow what

a feed!

TURKEY SHOOT FUN


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If you have a fireplace or wood burning stoveyou need to have your flue cleaned and inspected

before seasonal burning. Flue fires are a big cause ofhouse fires and with the cold weather upon us dont

waste any time calling your friendly chimney sweep.You might also check your heater filter and

clean out your dryer vent pipe. Filters becomeclogged and cause your heater to become less

efficient and cost you more money to run. Dryervents filled with lint are another leading cause of

house fires.

So be safe this winter. Do you safety checksand get your flue shot.

HAVE A SAFE AND

HAPPY HOLIDAY SEASON

FLU AND FLUE SEASON

IN FULL SWING

May the

Joys of the

Holiday

Season bewith you all


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COMMUNITY CENTER AVAILABLE FOR RENT - BOOK YOUR SPECIAL EVENT

359-3134

We have a wonderful

facility for your special event

If you would like we canassist you with experienced

people to prepare your food

in our commercial kitchen.

We have Several options

available to make your

event worry free and extra

special. Call us today to

discuss your plans and we will

help you make it an event toremember. Book early to be

sure your date is available.

A REMINDER OF WHY WE

ARE HERE AND WHY WEHAVE OUR FUND RAISERS.

FOR ALL THOSE THAT

PARTICIPATE, CONTRIBUT

AND

VOLUNTEER

WE THANK YOU!


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Holiday Fire Safety

Following are a few simple fire safety tips that can keep electric lights, candles, and the ever popular Christmas treefrom creating a tragedy. Learn how to prevent a fire and what to do in case a fire starts in your home. Make sure all ex-

its are accessible and not blocked by decorations or trees. Help ensure that you have a fire safe holiday season.

Selecting a Tree for the Holidays

Needles on fresh trees should be green and hard to pull back from the branches, and needles should not break if the tree

has been freshly cut. The trunk should be sticky to the touch. Old trees can be identified by bouncing the tree trunk on

the ground. If many needles fall off, the tree has been cut too long and, has probably dried out, and is a fire hazard.

Caring for Your Tree

Do not place your tree close to a heat source, including a fireplace or heat vent. The heat will dry out the tree, causing itto be more easily ignited by heat, flame or sparks. Be careful not to drop or flick cigarette ashes near a tree. Do not putyour live tree up too early or leave it up for longer than two weeks. Keep the tree stand filled with water at all times.

Disposing of Your Tree

Never put tree branches or needles in a fireplace or wood- burning stove. When the tree becomes dry, discard it

promptly. The best way to dispose of your tree is by taking it to a recycling center or having it hauled away by a

community pick-up service.

Using an Artificial Tree

Many of the same tips apply to your artificial tree. Keep away from heat and fire sources.

Maintain Your Holiday Lights

Inspect holiday lights each year for frayed wires, bare spots, gaps in the insulation, broken or cracked sockets, and

excessive kinking or wear before putting them up. Use only lighting listed by an approved testing laboratory.

Do Not Overload Electrical Outlets

Do not link more than three light strands, unless the directions indicate it is safe. Connect strings of lights to anextension cord before plugging the cord into the outlet. Make sure to periodically check the wiresthey should not be

warm to the touch.

Do not leave holiday lights on unattended!

Never put wrapping paper in the Fireplace

Wrapping paper in the fireplace can result in a very large fire, throwing off dangerous sparks and embers that may resultin a chimney fire.

CANDLE CARE

Avoid Using Lit Candles. If you do use lit candles, make sure they are in stable holders and place them where they

cannot be easily knocked down. Never leave the house with candles burning.

NEVER PUT CANDLES ON A TREE

COOKING SAFETY

There is a lot of cooking being done during the Holiday Season, here are some safety tips.

The leading cause of fires in the kitchen is unattended cooking. Stay in the kitchen when you are frying, grilling, or

broiling food. If you leave the kitchen for even a short period of time, turn off the stove.

If you are simmering, baking, roasting, or boiling food, check it regularly, remain in the home while food is cooking,

and use a timer to remind you that youre cooking.

Stay alert! To prevent cooking fires, you have to be alert. You wont be if you are sleepy, have been drinking alcohol,

or have taken medicine that makes you drowsy.


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Sponsors / CooksNow is the time to call

and reserve

your spot in the line up.Competition is heatingup, so dont miss out!

Call NEBCO VFD359-3134

For information

NEBCOCOMMUNITY CENTER17823 Marshall St. (Hwy 62),

Garfield, AR

11am to 2 pm

FEBRUARY 25, 201211am to 3pm

ALL YOU CAN EAT

CHILI!Including Drinks

$6.00 ADULTS

$3.00 KIDS 5-12UNDER 5 EAT FREE

WE WILL HAVEDESSERT SALES

To reserve the NEBCOCommunity Center for

your next event, pleasecall 359-3134

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