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Here are the Patient scores for 2011. 
What our Patient’s are saying about us “Very professional & very comforting” “I was awestruck at the type of response” “Professional in every manner, reassuring, comforting” “I remember medics being very kind, concerned and professional” “Nothing more than excellent” “Thank you for your prompt, skilled, & caring team” |
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Severe Weather Awareness Week is February 27th through March 5th. Are you prepared for Severe Weather? Do you Know what to do when a Tornado Warming is issued? Find out now before it is too late! |
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The first full week of December was the coldest on record for the period from December 3rd through December 10th at both the Raleigh Durham International Airport (RDU) as well as the Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO). The average temperature for the week ending December 10th was the coldest on record at RDU where an average temperature of 32.6 degrees was recorded. This was nearly 14 degrees below normal for the week at RDU. At GSO the average temperature for the week ending December 10th was the coldest on record with an average of 30.9 degrees. This was around 12 degrees below normal for the week at GSO. On December 6th and December 7th both RDU and GSO set record low maximum temperatures each day meaning those afternoons were the coldest on record. GSO tied its record low temperature of 17 degrees the morning of December 9th. To bring more perspective to the recent cold snap, average temperatures in North Carolina for the past week have been more in line with those usually experienced in Maine in early December. With the prolonged cold snow in mind the National Weather Service would like everyone to keep the following in mind. House fires resulting from heating material within the home ranks second for the most deaths and property loss falling behind improperly discarded smoking material. Chimney fires are the number one cause of home heating fires and are typically the result of a poorly maintained chimney where creosote is allowed to build up. Fires resulting from improper use of portable and fixed space heaters, including wood stoves, are responsible for a disproportionate share of fire deaths. Space heaters are typically involved in 25 percent of home heating fires, but account for 74 percent of the deaths. Take the following preventive measures to help minimize the chance and impact of fire. 1) Make sure all smoke detectors are working properly and have fresh batteries.
2) Be extremely careful with candles. Colder temperatures result in more burning of
candles. Winter storms and power outages further increase the use of candles and oil
lamps in the home. Keep candles away from combustible materials. Never leave
children unattended in a room with lit candles. Keep candles...matches and lighters out
of the reach of children.
3) Inspect fireplaces and wood stoves. Have your chimney connections and flues
inspected by a professional and cleaned if necessary prior to the start of every heating
season.
4) Use a sturdy screen or door in front of your fireplace when burning fires.
5) Burn only wood, never burn paper...including discarded gift wrap...or pine boughs.
6) Do not hang holiday decorations from or on your fireplace if you plan to use it as a
heat source.
7) Be aware of overuse of electrical outlets - don't overload your electrical outlets and
be careful of extension cords that present hazardous walkways.
8) Have one or more working fire extinguishers in your home. Most fire departments will
provide training on how to use fire extinguishers.
Many people fall victim to fires in their homes during the winter. This fact means that
everyone should have a fire extinguisher. Make your fire extinguisher is fully charged.
Be sure to test smoke detectors and replace any broken detectors and dead batteries.
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The holidays are a time to celebrate, give thanks, and reflect. They are also a time to pay special attention to your health and safety. Below are a few safety tips to ensure you and your loved ones enjoy a safe holiday season. Fire Safety - - Avoid using candles. If you do use candles, ensure they are in stable holders and place them where they cannot be easily knocked down. Do not leave lit candles unattended.
- Use nonflammable decorations that are placed away from heat vents.
Artificial trees must be flame retardant. - Place your Christmas tree in a safe place, away from heat sources such as a fireplace or heat vent.
- Fresh Christmas trees need to be kept in water at all times. Needles on fresh trees should be green and should not be falling off. Dried out Christmas trees can ignite easily.
- Avoid wearing loose flowing clothes—particularly long, open sleeves—near open flames - such as those of a fireplace, stove, or candlelit table.
Health Safety - - Wash hands often to keep yourself from spreading germs and getting sick.
Bundle up to stay dry and warm. - Be smoke-free. Avoid smoking and second-hand smoke.
- Fasten seat belts while driving or riding in a motor vehicle.
- Prepare food safely. Remember these simple steps: wash hands and surfaces often, cook foods to proper temperatures, and refrigerate promptly.
- Eat healthy… plenty of fruits and vegetables and don’t forget fluids to avoid dehydration.
- Get moving and stay active!
Happy Thanksgiving!
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Campaign targets parents and caregivers of African-American and Spanish-speaking children.
The International Association of Black Professional Fire Fighters (IABPFF)has launched the No Child Left Alone fire safety and awareness campaign. The campaign focuses on informing parents and caregivers of children about the perils of leaving children alone at home, as well as providing life-saving information to make their children “fire-safe.” According to reports from the U.S. Fire Administration and the National Fire Protection Association, African-American children comprise a large and disproportionate share of total fire deaths nationwide. The No Child Left Alone campaign will offer – at no cost – an educational video, brochure and poster for IABPFF members and the general public. Please see links below for posters and brochures in both English and Spanish. | Media Letters | Posters/Brochure | | English | Spanish | | |
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