Watch for NKF&R’s 2011 Annual Report to be available in August at local libraries as well as on our website at www.nkfr.org.
Watch for Burn Bans: As of this writing, fire danger in our area hadn’t yet become a concern due to June and July’s wet and cool weather patterns. However, if summer ever arrives and stays a while, it’s certain that local fire officials will curtail outdoor burning to reduce potential for dangerous wildland blazes. To check if an outdoor burn ban is in effect for our area, check our automated outdoor burn information line at 297-4888, or visit the district’s website, www.nkfr.org.
Safety In and Around the Water: The waters of Puget Sound and Hood Canal are exceptionally cold, sapping even the best swimmer’s ability to save themselves in as little as fifteen minutes. Last summer, five teenagers who were very capable swimmers got into trouble off of Point No Point where strong currents are the norm. We urge swimmers to know their own limitations, and be aware of the impact of current and cold.
And play it especially safe by taking advantage of our life jacket loaner program at Buck Lake Park and Port of Kingston Marina. Life jackets are also available to borrow or to keep (donations accepted) by appointment at our headquarters fire station, 26642 Miller Bay Road NE near Kingston).
Two children from Suquamish Elementary, Katie and Quinn Stuart, won the raffle to lead the Fourth of July Parade on our engine this year. Their family also got reserved parking and viewing space for the rest of the event, along with the refreshments of choice — all made possible by the Cup and Muffin.
Thank you, Mark and Amy, and thank you everyone else who purchased $316 worth of tickets. Our firefighters were able to throw in $684 of their own money to make a $1,000 donation to the best little community celebration around!
Car Seat Checks: Join us on the second Saturday of the month for our regular and free child car seat check at the headquarters station, 26642 Miller Bay Road NE near Kingston, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m.
