tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62655120313864484112024-02-08T01:08:49.913-05:00Virginia Wildfire Information and PreventionWildfire Prevention and Education Information and Information on Current Wildfires and other Significant Events From VA Smokey BearUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger221125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6265512031386448411.post-85218793739381086872014-04-07T07:23:00.001-04:002014-04-08T06:49:37.406-04:00Start Your Engines<div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; margin: 9.4pt 0in;">
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touring competitors in the NASCAR Whelen Southern Modifed Tour and a pair of
75-lap events for the drivers in the NASCAR Whelen All American Late Model
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<span style="font-size: large;">Andy Seuss took the lead on lap 53 and dominated the rest of the way in
winning the NASCAR Southern Modified Tour South Boston 150 at South Boston
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<span style="font-size: large;">Lee Pullman #5 won the second of the 75 lap event.</span><br />
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Other pictures from Saturday at the race!</div>
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Everybody but Smokey had ear protection but he did OK. Bet he will have some next time though.</div>
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Cathy Rice South Boston Raceway General Manager, Smokey and John Campbell Department of Forestry's Public Relations Manager.</div>
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Smokey, The Forestry Dept, Smokey and local firefighters honored during the parade lap.</div>
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Smokey drops the green flag to start the NASCAR Whelen Southern Modified race. Which was won by Andy Seuss car #11 seen below.</div>
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Smokey talks with Lee Pullman prior to the race. maybe he gave Lee a few tips that helped him win the 3rd race of the day.</div>
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Can you believe it's time for baseball!!! Smokey is ready are you? It has been a long and crazy winter.<br />
The original version of this psa was designed and produced for the Texas Forest Service and the Virginia version was graciously produced for us by them. THANKS TX!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6265512031386448411.post-10455640728282061142014-03-27T06:25:00.000-04:002014-03-27T14:07:18.815-04:00I'm Back!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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WOW I cant believe I have been away from posting for so long. Hopefully this will be a revitalization of this blog. This is a BIG year for Smokey as he turns 70 and it's also a momentous year for the Virginia Department of Forestry, the Tennessee Division of Forestry and the Texas Forest Service as we all are turning 100 this year. In addition to keeping up with significant wildfire activity and other emergency response I hope to regularly post "birthday" and historically related material.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 14pt;">·</span><span style="font-size: 7pt;"> </span><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Over one mile of dozer line was completed on the west end of the fire to protect approximately 30 homes. Rehabilitation of this line will begin on Tuesday. No structures have been lost or damaged.</span></div>
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Now is not the time to get complacient and forget all that Smokey has taught us including obeying all local and state burning regulations. We still have approximately 2 weeks left in what is refered to as the 4PM Law <a href="http://www.dof.virginia.gov/info/faqs-burning.htm">http://www.dof.virginia.gov/info/faqs-burning.htm</a></div>
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This is an areial picture from the Chesterfield Rt 288 fire from yesterday. The very dark areas are portions of the young pine plantation that were burned so hot that few if any trees in those areas will survive.<br />
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The pictures below are from a wildfire in Mecklenburg County that started from an debris burn that "got away". Several acres and 2 cottages later the Department of Forestry and local fire Departments stoped it.</div>
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Please note that the two structures that burned both had shake shingle (wooden) roofs that ignited from hot sparks.</div>
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This time of year even a few days without rain ontop of the excessive temperatures, higher winds and lower humidities are conditions during which we see an increase in wildfire activity. These conditions in themselves DO NOT cause the fires but they do create conditions that make fires easier to start and more difficult to suppress.</div>
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From April 1st to April 9th the Virginia Department of Forestry has reported 102 fires for 770 acres. Yesterday(the 10th) was a very busy day and the numbers are not in yet but you can keep up with the wildfire activity by clicking on the link below. New reports are usually posted by 10:00 each morning.</div>
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There are numerous news stories on the web most recently the media market out of Richmond has been busy covering wildfires in the area. The pictures below and the provided links are all from this area and the local media covering the situation.</div>
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This fire off of Rt 288 and Courthouse Road impacted numerous homes and burned in what we refer to as the Wildland Urban Interface. Home owners and others property owners can find out many ways that they can help provide more protection to their houses, out buildings and other property by becoming more FIREWISE. This link will take you to a wealth of information provided by the Virginia Department of Forestry.</div>
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Just so you dont think that the Richmond area was in this alone the following link is to a news story out of the Charlottesville area that was also dealing with numerous fires yesterday and previously.</div>
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<span class="textstrong">February 15 - April 30</span><br />During this period, the <a href="http://leg1.state.va.us/cgi-bin/legp504.exe?000+cod+10.1-1142" tabindex="14" title="This link (http://leg1.state.va.us) leaves this website and visits an external resource.">4PM Burn Law</a> is in effect. </div>
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<li>DO NOT stir up the fire or add new fuel after Midnight.
<li>Can I burn...? <a href="http://www.dof.virginia.gov/info/faqs-burning.htm" tabindex="22">Burning and the 4 PM Law</a> </li>
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And just because you can leagely burn you might want to postpone any burning untill thewildfire danger is reduced with some rain, lower temperatures and the trees and grass "Green Up".</div>
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State saw crews have been demob as of 1130 today.</span></div>
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All Parks remain closed down.
National Capital area are in good shape, have a few down trees with local saw
crews handling also have some flooding, expect the worst of the flooding however
in the next few days. Have no anticipated needs at this time for resources.</div>
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Zeph Cunningham IMT along with Zeke will be prepositioned in
Hagerstown, MD. The other NPS team will be prepositioned in Columbus, OH. NPS
Type 2 teams are receiving reassignments. Appears that the team staged in
Hagerstown are head towards NYC Harbor Parks, they are lining up their resources
now for this assignment which will consist of assisting the Parks of locating
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Refuges located in VA are fine,
Eastern Shore area received some damage but they are okay and can handle the
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The FWS Type 3 team anticipate an
assignment in the NJ/NY area, not sure on the particulars at this point, but Tim
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Most George Washington & Jefferson NF District Offices
are reporting in as closed, no other reports available at this time. The FS WO
has the NIMO Incident Command Team Quesinberry(short team) have an assignment at
this time and they are headed to Lakehurst NJ. The 11 /2 person saw crews are
in route (5 crews with VA-VAF to the Farmingdale NY area and 5 crews with
TX-TXF/AR-OUF & AR-OZF are preposition here in Roanoke waiting on
reassignments, there are also 2 TFLD’s to oversee resources available and on
hold for the saw crew resources. The Augusta Hotshots are currently at their
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Charge code) for VA, however the resources that are currently on order are
prepositioning for the FS is a WO code and FS Agency only, once the WO receives
a code from FEMA, VICC will proceed with inquiry about resource availability
from other agencies with the potential of resources also getting reassigned to
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Here's a snapshot of what is happening, state by state as of Tuesday 10/30/2012<br /><br /><b>CAROLINAS</b><br />North Carolina Gov. Beverly Perdue expanded a state of emergency to western North Carolina, which could see a foot of snow. A woman who was pulled from the Atlantic after abandoning a tall ship died. Power outages: 6,600.<br /><br /><b>CONNECTICUT</b><br />The Long Island Sound flooded roads as the storm toppled trees and power lines Two people died, including an Easton firefighter who was killed when a tree fell on his truck. Power outages: More than 615,000.<br /><br /><b>DELAWARE</b><br />Nearly all residents of flood-prone coastal communities in Kent County heeded calls to evacuate. The Rehoboth Beach and Dewey Beach resort communities were flooded. Power outages: More than 45,000.<br /><br /><b>ILLINOIS</b><br />High wind warnings and a lakeshore flood warning are in effect Tuesday and Wednesday in Chicago. City officials said Lake Shore Drive is expected to remain open.<br /><br /><b>KENTUCKY</b><br />A winter storm warning is in effect for three southeastern counties until Wednesday. In some areas, winds could gust up to 50 mph through Tuesday.<br /><br /><b>MAINE</b><br />Wind gusts topped 60 mph, shutting down the port of Portland and knocking out power to homes and businesses. Power outages: More than 86,000.<br /><br /><b>MARYLAND</b><br />Floodwaters swamped touristy Ocean City. In western Maryland, snow tied up traffic. Two people were killed, including a man who died when a tree fell on a house in Pasadena. Power outages: 290,000.<br /><br /><b>MASSACHUSETTS</b><br />Strong winds and heavy surf led to mandatory evacuations in sections of coastal Dartmouth and Fall River and voluntary evacuations in other coastal communities. Power outages: About 290,000.<br /><br /><b>MICHIGAN</b><br />High winds knocked out power to about 79,000 homes and businesses.<br /><br /><b>NEW HAMPSHIRE</b><br />Politicians canceled visits to the presidential swing state on Monday. Power outages: 210,000.<br /><br /><b>NEW JERSEY</b><br />The center of the storm came ashore Monday evening near Atlantic City, which was cut off from the mainland by the storm surge along with other barrier islands, stranding residents who ignored warnings to evacuate. A tidal surge sent water into the streets of two northern New Jersey towns, setting off a frantic rescue effort. At least three deaths were reported. Power outages: More than 2.3 million.<br /><br /><b>NEW YORK</b><br />A record storm surge that was higher than predicted along with high winds damaged the electrical system and plunged millions of people into darkness. Utilities say it could be up to a week before power is fully restored. A fire burned 50 houses in one flooded section of Queens. There were 17 storm-related deaths, 10 of them in New York City. Power outages: 2.3 million.<br /><br /><b>OHIO</b><br />The Cleveland area and northeast Ohio were being slammed with rain and high winds. Snow was reported in some parts south of Cleveland and south of Columbus. Power outages: More than 250,000.<br /><br /><b>PENNSYLVANIA</b><br />Wind and flooding closing more than 200 bridges and roads. Four people died, including an 8-year-old boy who was killed when a tree limb fell on him. Power outages: 1.2 million.<br /><br /><b>RHODE ISLAND</b><br />Howling winds and storm surges forced mandatory and voluntary evacuations in low-lying and coastal communities. Providence's hurricane barrier performed well in one of its biggest tests. Power outages: 115,000.<br /><br /><b>TENNESSEE</b><br />Snow expected in higher elevations, where a freeze warning has been issued. High winds expected in many areas.<br /><br /><b>VERMONT</b><br />Winds knocked down trees and power lines, and schools were closed. Power outages: More than 10,000.<br /><br /><b>VIRGINIA</b><br />Utilities brought in crews to help restore power after high winds and snow. A curfew was ordered Monday on Chincoteague Island. Two people died in storm-related traffic accidents. Power outages: More than 180,000.<br /><br /><b>WASHINGTON, D.C.</b><br />Federal and local governments will remain closed Tuesday along with the courts, public schools and the Metro system that serves 1.2 million weekday customers. Power outages: 25,000.<br /><br /><b>WEST VIRGINIA</b><br />Some areas are buried under more than a foot of snow. A woman was killed in a traffic crash. Power outages: More than 264,000.<br /><br /><b>WISCONSIN</b><br />A village along Lake Michigan suggested residents evacuate Tuesday morning because of the possibility of dangerously high waves and flooding.</div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">RICHMOND—</span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-weight: normal;">Governor McDonnell along with Tax Commissioner Craig M. Burns has announced that Virginia will provide a penalty waiver to those individuals and businesses affected by Hurricane Sandy. This penalty waiver applies to any late returns filed or payments made by affected taxpayers between October 29, 2012 and November 9, 2012. To notify the Department of Taxation that you were affected by Hurricane Sandy, you must write “Hurricane Sandy” at the top of your return. The Department of Taxation will then abate any late</span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">-</span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-weight: normal;">filing or late</span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif';">-</span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-weight: normal;">payment penalties that would otherwise apply.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-weight: normal;">To qualify for this penalty waiver, taxpayers must be unable to meet their filing obligations because the financial books and records they need to file their taxes are unavailable because of hurricane damage or power outage.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-weight: normal;">The penalty waiver applies to the following returns:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Symbol; font-weight: normal;"><span>·<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-weight: normal;">Individual and Fiduciary Income Tax Returns (Forms 760, 763, 760PY, and 770): Individual and fiduciary income tax returns with a due date or an extended due date of November 1, 2012 will be granted a penalty waiver if the return is filed between October 29, 2012 and November 9, 2012. Taxpayers whose original due date for the return falls on November 1 may elect to use the six-month automatic extension for filing their Virginia income tax returns as usual. However, the six-month extension does not apply to payment of the tax. A taxpayer who elects to use the six-month extension would need to pay at least 90% of his final tax liability by the original due date for filing the return in order to avoid any penalties.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Symbol; font-weight: normal;"><span>·<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-weight: normal;">Withholding Returns (Forms VA-5, VA-15 and VA-16): Withholding returns with a due date of October 30, 2012 will be granted a penalty waiver if the return is filed between October 29, 2012 and November 9, 2012.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-weight: normal;">The penalty waiver also applies to filers who use electronic funds transfer (EFT) for payment. Affected EFT filers should contact the Department of Taxation at (804) 367-8037 if they receive notices of penalty.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-weight: normal;">Additional penalty waivers may be granted in hardship cases. Written requests for additional waivers should be emailed to <a href="https://webmail.vita.virginia.gov/OWA/redir.aspx?C=yDPANP7RZka87I7ht1xH537qpJdsis8IcSUIg9NFK6dxr4h6Y9fA1vZrG4IRjO-k_tLYnBXjcmo.&URL=mailto%3aTaxIndReturns%40tax.virginia.gov" target="_blank">TaxIndReturns@tax.virginia.gov</a> for personal tax inquiries and <a href="https://webmail.vita.virginia.gov/OWA/redir.aspx?C=yDPANP7RZka87I7ht1xH537qpJdsis8IcSUIg9NFK6dxr4h6Y9fA1vZrG4IRjO-k_tLYnBXjcmo.&URL=mailto%3aTaxBusQuestions%40tax.virginia.gov" target="_blank">TaxBusQuestions@tax.virginia.gov</a> for business tax inquiries, or directed to:</span></div>
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</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6265512031386448411.post-36101930604768298342012-10-30T10:12:00.001-04:002012-10-30T10:12:43.446-04:00Sandy may be gone but there is still work to be done<br />
Our thoughts and prayers are with all those impacted by Sandy, most of Virginians are fortunate to NOT have been in the path of major damage. Our friends, family and neighbors to the north will have many days/weeks of recovery infront of them. Please support local and national relief agencies as you are able to do so.<br />
With things winding down here at the VA EOC I thought it would be nice to put faces to those who have been tasked with staffing the ESF 4 desk and also support the JIC.<br />
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A typical briefing held at 0700 and 1900 daily<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj13ZTnxtf0iLVptKqoI8hcg0j_ZQM_kCgRbkUyq6HHZkkpobDda97p-wkJ8lD33Hej7EFnmwUadI36TU3lg591PPrLERnsNJnVu-5zv1ftwsndDTB05RbajsgoKGazbkkZbPoOYThlVpJT/s1600/briefing.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="302" qea="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj13ZTnxtf0iLVptKqoI8hcg0j_ZQM_kCgRbkUyq6HHZkkpobDda97p-wkJ8lD33Hej7EFnmwUadI36TU3lg591PPrLERnsNJnVu-5zv1ftwsndDTB05RbajsgoKGazbkkZbPoOYThlVpJT/s320/briefing.png" width="320" /></a></div>
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Fred Turck ESF 4/VDOF<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf6ur8x3vDDNOusO8BcDBCB3nADiKkCrfg-ACPv9_D2gj1NpdBFQcP2iMzX1_C7X3sfHu0YDmqCitp7zcZ2KJpGXiOSx82XXq5OvEZlRfiT0xCm9r3vtoEqD6NfSn3eVw6VGl4VL6Dxws3/s1600/fred.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="299" qea="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf6ur8x3vDDNOusO8BcDBCB3nADiKkCrfg-ACPv9_D2gj1NpdBFQcP2iMzX1_C7X3sfHu0YDmqCitp7zcZ2KJpGXiOSx82XXq5OvEZlRfiT0xCm9r3vtoEqD6NfSn3eVw6VGl4VL6Dxws3/s320/fred.png" width="320" /></a></div>
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John Campbell JIC/VDOF<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJ8Gw6ONCIwyjdDvcq6cI3peRM0UM8LDOYgjS1ho8VcuNmir6SbRCBXeJ1XNVELv79g1BpojrUavB9Wo2DOnoW5C4V_xW-c-sOn7imkhXVt5uVaKvhAF0m4s0WHI2jKFs1h9_3vhVe-8nC/s1600/mark+john.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" qea="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJ8Gw6ONCIwyjdDvcq6cI3peRM0UM8LDOYgjS1ho8VcuNmir6SbRCBXeJ1XNVELv79g1BpojrUavB9Wo2DOnoW5C4V_xW-c-sOn7imkhXVt5uVaKvhAF0m4s0WHI2jKFs1h9_3vhVe-8nC/s320/mark+john.png" width="320" /></a>Mark Buff JIC/VDFP</div>
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Russ Chandler ESF4 / VDFP<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1PosKDw0qWiVr8z03k6kDonQIbxBcP21n8E37YX3Q0bDMDCUVKc9hiyRyR_uKpsmTVEnhnDJoyyCHfUVOTo1dfKDVKq2N6KVSWHdRWZ_6SBqrrM2slzCjmwV9V26GygQXnKYkFZqceB9C/s1600/russ+steve+1.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" qea="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1PosKDw0qWiVr8z03k6kDonQIbxBcP21n8E37YX3Q0bDMDCUVKc9hiyRyR_uKpsmTVEnhnDJoyyCHfUVOTo1dfKDVKq2N6KVSWHdRWZ_6SBqrrM2slzCjmwV9V26GygQXnKYkFZqceB9C/s320/russ+steve+1.png" width="320" /></a></div>
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Seriously, all employees of both agencies, The VA Dept of Fire Programs and the VA Dept of Forestry should be commended for their support of the Sandy Response effort. If you were deployed to the EOC, placed into service locally or fullfilled your "normal" job duties you assisted many citizens of the Commonwealth that were in need of support at this critical time. Hopefully you and your family all are ok and we all will be back to our regular job soon.</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';">Talking Points, Monday, October 29, 2012, 7 a.m.</span></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 14pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: black;">For a full list of road closures and conditions, click </span></b><a href="http://www.511virginia.org/mobile/?menu_id=conditions"><b>http://www.511virginia.org/mobile/?menu_id=conditions</b></a><b><span style="color: black;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: black;">What to watch out for:<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; color: black; margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo3; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;">Never drive through water flowing across a road. It takes only six to 12 inches of water to float a small vehicle. <o:p></o:p></li>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; color: black; margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo3; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;">In the event of a flash flood warning for your area, seek high ground immediately. <o:p></o:p></li>
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<b><span style="color: black;">Messages to motorists:<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4;">Before heading out the door, get the latest road conditions by calling 511, visit <a href="http://www.511virginia.org/"><span style="color: purple;">www.511virginia.org</span></a> or download the mobile app from the 511 web site. </li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4;">Use 9-1-1 only in emergencies. Dial #77 on cell phone to report traffic crashes or traffic emergencies to State Police.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS'; mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';">State law requires headlights to be on when windshield wipers are activated.</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';"><o:p></o:p></span></li>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';">What should residents be doing now?</span><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS','sans-serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">•</span><span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS','sans-serif'; font-size: 7pt; mso-ascii-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"> </span><span style="color: black; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS'; mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';">Stay tuned to local TV and radio stations for instructions and information.</span><span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS','sans-serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> </span><span style="color: black; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS'; mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';"> Those in eastern Virginia who live in low-lying areas should be ready to evacuate if told to do so by local officials.</span><span style="color: black; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';">Localities with Open Shelters</span><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS'; mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';">Accomack County<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS'; mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';">City of Chesapeake<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS'; mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';">City of Hampton<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span></span><span style="mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';">Remember </span><span style="font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS','sans-serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">–</span><span style="mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';"> Carbon monoxide is a silent killer.</span><span style="font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS','sans-serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> </span><span style="mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';"> <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Do not</i></b> bring generators into the house. Don</span><span style="font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS','sans-serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">’</span><span style="mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';">t use camp stoves and lanterns without ventilation.</span><span style="font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS','sans-serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> </span><span style="mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';"> <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Never</i> </b>use stoves for heating.</span><span style="font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS','sans-serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> </span><span style="mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';"> Any of these can cause deadly buildup of carbon monoxide. If using a space or kerosene heater, practice proper safety procedures.</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';">Numbers to Call for Information</span><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';">State and federal preparations</span><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span></span><span style="mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';">The Virginia Emergency Operations Center is coordinating the state</span><span style="font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS','sans-serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">’</span><span style="mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';">s response with increased staffing 24 hours a day.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span></span><span style="font-size: 7pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><span style="mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';">Virginia State Police personnel</span><span style="font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS','sans-serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> </span><span style="mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';">have been</span><span style="font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS','sans-serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> </span><span style="mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';">pre-positioned on the Eastern Shore to assist localities with traffic and emergency response.</span><span style="font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS','sans-serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> </span><span style="mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';"> The Virginia State Police Search & Recovery dive teams</span><span style="font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS','sans-serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> </span><span style="mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';">are standing by on the Eastern Shore, Hampton, Richmond and Northern Virginia. State police are also preparing for response to snow-related traffic and emergencies in western and Southwest Virginia.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS','sans-serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">•</span><span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS','sans-serif'; font-size: 7pt; mso-ascii-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"> </span><span style="color: black; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS'; mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';">Virginia Department of Transportation crews are ready to clear roads of debris and snow and ensure roads are safe for travel.</span><span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS','sans-serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> </span><span style="color: black; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS'; mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';"> Crews will work in 12-hour shifts throughout the storm.</span><span style="color: black; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS','sans-serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">•</span><span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS','sans-serif'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ascii-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"> </span><span style="color: black; font-size: 7pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS'; mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';"> </span><span style="color: black; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS'; mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';">The Virginia Department of Health is coordinating with hospitals and long-term care facilities to ensure they are prepared for storm impacts. Regional Storm watch officers are tracking and communicating with waterworks across the state.</span><span style="color: black; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS','sans-serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">•</span><span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS','sans-serif'; font-size: 7pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ascii-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"> </span><span style="color: black; font-size: 7pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS'; mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';"> </span><span style="color: black; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS'; mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';">Close coordination is under way between the VEOC and Virginia</span><span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS','sans-serif'; mso-ascii-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">’</span><span style="color: black; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS'; mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';">s power and telecommunications providers to handle potential disruptions in services.</span><span style="color: black; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-hansi-font-family: 'Arial Unicode MS';">Resources</span><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6265512031386448411.post-70114561911518501092012-10-29T08:12:00.000-04:002012-10-29T08:14:13.956-04:0010.29 0700 hrs briefing<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size: large;">Coastal Virginia and eastern shore localities remain under a high wind warning until midnight tonight for sustained winds of 35/45 mph and wind gusts to 60 mph.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In general, winds will be less severe further inland, with gusts to 40 to 45 mph expected across much of the Interstate 95 corridor including Richmond, with 35-40 mph gusts west of this region.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size: large;">Five to seven (5-7) inches of rain is expected in Hampton Roads and eight to ten (8-10) inches along the Eastern Shore.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The heaviest rainfall is expected today, Monday, and Monday night, with highest amounts over eastern Virginia near the Bay and the coast (these areas are under a Flood Watch). <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size: large;">• Blizzard Warning Dickenson & Buchanan Counties from Noon today until 4AM Wednesday <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Find Your Local Emergency Manager Director<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><a href="https://lemd.vdem.virginia.gov/Public/Default.aspx"><span style="color: purple;">https://lemd.vdem.virginia.gov/Public/Default.aspx</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Virginia Road Condition<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><a href="http://www.511virginia.org/"><span style="color: purple;">www.511virginia.org</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Allegheny Power Outage Summary <a href="https://www.firstenergycorp.com/outages_help/current_outages_maps.html"><span style="color: purple;">https://www.firstenergycorp.com/outages_help/current_outages_maps.html</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Delmarva Power Outages <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><a href="http://www.delmarva.com/home/emergency/maps/stormcenter/"><span style="color: purple;">http://www.delmarva.com/home/emergency/maps/stormcenter/</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Dominion Outage Map <span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Dominion Outage Summary <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Northern Neck Electric Cooperative Outages <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica','sans-serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Rappahanock Coop Outage Map <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6265512031386448411.post-74013863208267062032012-10-28T09:38:00.000-04:002012-10-28T09:38:44.115-04:00SANDYCant really call this Hurricane Sandy, or Nor-Easter Sandy its really a blend of 3 significant systems. hard to believe that the meterologists say they have not seen this combo ever.<br />
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Anyway the VA Dept of Forestry is in full response mode with 8 saw crews from Central and Western VA being positioned in the East and all eastern crews on stand by for local needs. we are also activated at the EOC / ESF4 along with dept of Fire Programs.<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6265512031386448411.post-84878963274204485992012-10-22T19:28:00.000-04:002012-10-22T19:28:35.239-04:00What If ?<span style="font-size: large;">This week is the first several day stretch of beautiful Fall weather. But with this nice weather comes the potential for increased wildfire activity. Have you ever wondered What If? What if the Virginia Department of Forestry was delayed for only several hours in responding to a significant wildfire. The video linked here discusses such a possibility. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">February 19, 2011 was a day inwhich ALL emergency response agencies and personnel were stretched to the limit. We took one fire from that day and said What If?</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Please check out this video and thank a firefighter the next time you have the opportunity. </span><br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6265512031386448411.post-19596806577267895822012-09-27T07:23:00.000-04:002012-09-27T07:23:50.181-04:00Fall is here and with it Fire Prevention Week and Halloween<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This years theam for Fire Prevention Week (October8-14) is Have 2 Ways Out. Although this is specifically talking about home/building evacuations I believe it should also include knowing 2 ways out of your community/subdivision should there be an emergency like a wildfire , hurricane or tornado that might block your usual way out. Below is a coloring sheet I developed for your to talk with your children about while planning for your family's safety.</div>
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<span style="color: orange; font-size: x-large;"><strong>FALL SAFETY</strong></span></div>
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Time Changes Mean Battery Changes </h2>
Get in the habit of changing the batteries in your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors every fall and spring when changing the clocks for Daylight Savings Time. It is also a good idea to make it <a href="http://safety.lovetoknow.com/Fire_Safety_Monitoring" jquery162003578348881658511="8" title="Fire Safety Monitoring">standard procedure</a> in your household to verify that all fire extinguishers are fully charged and in working order when you adjust the clocks each season. <br />
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Home Heating Tips </h2>
No matter what type of device you use to heat your home, making sure your heating devices and/or systems are in good working order is an important part of learning some fall fire safety tips. Many things can go wrong with heating equipment during the spring and summer months. Verify that everything you need to keep your home warm throughout fall and winter is in good working order before you experience the first cold snap of the season. <br />
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Central Heating System Safety Tips </h2>
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<li>Get your central heating system cleaned, inspected and serviced by a certified HVAC (heating, venting and air conditioning) contractor every year before using it. </li>
<li>If you have a gas heater, make sure that you have a sufficient quantity of fully functioning carbon monoxide detectors installed in your home. </li>
</ul>
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Space Heater Safety Tips </h3>
<ul>
<li>Make sure that any space heaters are surrounded by at least three feet of empty space. </li>
<li>Never place clothing or any other objects on a space heater to dry. </li>
<li>Do not place space heaters near furniture or drapery. </li>
<li>Turn space heaters off when you leave the house or go to bed. </li>
<li>Avoid storing any combustible items near heaters. </li>
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Fireplace Safety Tips </h3>
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<li>Get your chimney inspected each year to make sure that it is safe. </li>
<li>Hire a chimney sweep to clean out your chimney every fall. </li>
<li>Repair any cracks in fireplaces. </li>
<li>Use fireplace screens to keep sparks and fire debris inside the fireplace. </li>
<li>Do not every use gasoline to start a fire in the fireplace. </li>
<li>Never leave a fire unattended. </li>
<li>Make sure that combustible materials are not stored within three feet of your fireplace. </li>
<li>For natural gas fireplaces, get all connections and lines inspected before use each season. </li>
<li>Remember that outdoor fireplaces can be just as dangerous as indoor units, and observe all safety precautions when using them. </li>
</ul>
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Fire Safety Tips for Holiday Decorations </h2>
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<li>Do not use candles in <a href="http://costumes.lovetoknow.com/Halloween_Props" jquery162003578348881658511="16">Halloween</a> jack-o-lanterns. Flashlights are much safer. </li>
<li>Make sure that children's costumes are made with fire retardant materials. </li>
<li>Use only fire retardant holiday decorations. </li>
<li>Verify that all holiday lights and <a href="http://safety.lovetoknow.com/Electrical_Safety_Tips_at_Home" jquery162003578348881658511="17" title="Electrical Safety Tips at Home">extension cords</a> have been tested by an organization such as Factory Mutual or Underwriters Laboratory. </li>
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Family Fire Safety Tips </h2>
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<li><a href="http://safety.lovetoknow.com/Fire_Safety_Puzzles" jquery162003578348881658511="18" title="Fire Safety Puzzles">Teach your kids</a> how to respond in the event of a fire. </li>
<li>Make sure young children know how to dial 911. </li>
<li>Establish and practice a <a href="http://safety.lovetoknow.com/Homeschool_Fire_Safety" jquery162003578348881658511="19" title="Homeschool Fire Safety">fire escape plan</a> with your family that includes a designated meeting area outside the home. </li>
<li>Practice stop, drop and roll with your children so they learn how to escape beneath a fire. </li>
<li>Teach everyone in your family multiple ways to escape from every room in the event of a fire. </li>
<li>Make sure that there is a sufficient quantity of smoke detectors in your home. </li>
<li>Verify each month that smoke detectors are in working order. </li>
<li>Make sure everyone in your family knows how to use a fire extinguisher. </li>
<li>Do not place lit candles where they can be reached by children. </li>
<li>Never leave burning candles unattended. </li>
<li>Do not leave candles burning when you go to sleep. </li>
<li>Don't leave cooking food unattended on the stove. </li>
<li>Keep everything that might be flammable away from your stove. </li>
<li>Make sure all <a href="http://safety.lovetoknow.com/Hazardous_Material_Scenarios" jquery162003578348881658511="20" title="Hazardous Material Scenarios">flammable substances</a> are properly stored in safe containers and out of reach of youngsters. </li>
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Outdoor Fall Fire Safety Tips </h2>
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<li>Clear your roof and gutters of unnecessary build up of debris, such as pine needles and leaves. </li>
<li>Learn the outdoor burning regulations in your area, and do not engage in illegal burning of leaves and other outdoor debris. </li>
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Safety Matters </h2>
There is nothing more important than the safety of your family. Everyone in your home needs to know how to behave responsibly to reduce the likelihood of experiencing a fire. However, because fires can start at any time without warning, it is also very important that the members of your household know how to react in the event of a fire. It's a good idea to review <a href="http://safety.lovetoknow.com/Fire_Prevention_Month" jquery162003578348881658511="21" title="Fire Prevention Month">fire prevention</a> and safety tips with your family every fall, and several other times throughout the year. <br />
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When purchasing a Halloween costume, make sure the label reads "Flame Resistant."</div>
Halloween is a fun holiday but it’s also an important time to practice fire safety. The occurrence of fire increases around Halloween due to arson and the use of candles as decorations. Follow these tips for a happy and fire-safe Halloween:<br />
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<li>If you buy a costume, make sure the label says “Flame Resistant.” <em>Flame Resistant</em> means the costume will be hard to catch on fire and if it does, the fire will go out fast.</li>
<li>If you make a costume, try not to make one that is big and baggy so that the material doesn’t touch candles or other flames. Use flame-resistant fabrics, such as polyester and nylon. These materials will resist burning if exposed to a flame.</li>
<li>Tell kids to stay away from candles and jack-o'-lanterns that may be on steps and porches. Their costumes could catch fire if they get too close.</li>
<li>Kids should never carry candles when they are trick-or-treating. Always use a flashlight, flameless candle, or light stick.</li>
<li>Tell kids to let you know right away if they see other kids playing with matches or lighters.</li>
<li>Don’t use candles for decorations. They’re dangerous, especially when left unattended. </li>
<li>Use only decorative lights tested for safety by a recognized testing laboratory. Check lights for broken or cracked sockets, frayed or bare wires, or loose connections. Throw away damaged sets. Don't overload extension cords.</li>
<li>Check the <a href="http://www.cpsc.gov/">Consumer Product Safety Commission’s website</a> for the latest on Halloween-related consumer product recalls.</li>
<li>If you have a Halloween party, check for cigarettes under furniture cushions and in areas where people were smoking before you go to bed.</li>
<li>Remove any materials around your home or property, such as garbage or excess vegetation, which an arsonist could use to start a fire.</li>
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Wildfires I would like for us to take a moment and think about a true American
Hero that passed away yesterday. Neil Armstrong was an explorer that many of us
wished we would one day be. There are only a few pictures that when you see
them they not only bring back the moment in time of where you where, what you
were doing when it was first viewed. Pictures that need no captions, pictures
that we all feel we are part of, pictures that shaped the future. This is one
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destroys 84 buildings, threatens 900 others in Northern California<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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called in the army to help fight wildfires raging through the drought-hit
western Balkans.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Saturday, August 25, 2012 – 0530 MT<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">National Preparedness Level 4<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">National Fire Activity<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Initial attack activity: Light (151 new fires)<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">New large fires:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>12
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Large fires contained: 10<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Uncontained large fires: ** 27<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Area Command Teams committed: 1<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">NIMOs committed: 2<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Type 1 IMTs committed: 8<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Type 2 IMTs committed: 10<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">** Uncontained large fires include only fires being managed
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b>Cache Creek</b>, Wallowa-Whitman NF. IMT 2 (Rapp).
Forty-one miles northeast of Enterprise, OR. Brush and grass. Running with
short-range spotting. Structures threatened.<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><o:p></o:p></b></span></div>
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IMT 1 (Opliger). Twenty miles northwest of Quincy, CA. Timber and brush.
Moderate fire activity with short-range spotting. Communities threatened.
Evacuations in effect. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Mendocino NF. IMT 2 (Wakoski). Twenty-five miles northeast of Covelo, CA.
Logging slash. Active fire behavior with torching. Structures and communication
site threatened. Evacuations and area closures in effect.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Shasta-Trinity NF. IMT 2 (Whitcome). Seven miles west of Big Bend, CA. Timber.
Active fire behavior with torching and spotting. Structures and high voltage
power lines threatened. Creeping and smoldering. Structures threatened.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Boise NF. IMT 1 (Quesinberry). Transfer of command from IMT 1 (Harvey) to IMT 1
(Lund) will occur today. Seven miles northwest of Featherville, ID. Timber.
Active fire behavior with group tree torching and spotting. Numerous structures
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Timber. Crowning. Numerous structures and power lines threatened. Evacuations
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SO MANY WILDFIRES are caused by CARELESSNESS and one such careless actions is leaving a campfire UNATTENDED or FAILING to EXTINGUISH it properly. This is something so easy to do so lets take the extra 10 minuites it takes to make sure your campfire doesn't become a wildfire. PLEASE !<br />
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The following is one of the better write-ups I have seen about Campfire Safety...PLEASE read it and put it into action the next time you go camping.<br />
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individuals and families will be headed to the forest, ocean, mountains or high
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">State fire officials are asking those folks
to be extremely cautious with their campfires given current conditions. The
National Weather Service forecast for the weekend calls for above-normal
temperatures and below-normal precipitation across the state.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Campers are reminded that recreational
fires are not allowed on many public lands except in approved designated campgrounds.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">“Rules/Regulations change every day and vary widely. I
would advise people to check before you go and again when you arrive at your camping designation.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">• If you’re in the backcountry, and
especially during high-risk times, it’s best to avoid having a campfire
altogether. Oftentimes campfires are prohibited above a certain elevation or
near certain bodies of water.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">• If you must have a fire, follow the Leave
No Trace principles:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Make sure to check and follow all
regulations. In some areas, regulations change depending on the season because
of fire danger. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Use only established fire rings, keep your
campfire small and never leave a fire unattended. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Use small pieces of wood gathered only from
the ground and never break branches or cut down trees for a campfire. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">After a campfire is completely out and cool
to touch, and after all the wood has turned to coal, scatter the cool ashes.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">• Make sure a campfire is allowed. Check to
see if there is a burn ban in your county. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">• Find a shady spot away from dry logs,
branches, bushes, needles or leaves.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">• Make sure there are no overhanging tree
branches near the fire.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">• Use existing fire rings where it is safe
to do so. Don’t build fire rings in roads.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">• Keep campfire rings small, and use wood
no bigger than the ring.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">• Never leave a campfire unattended.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">• When leaving, make sure your fire is dead
out. Very carefully feel all sticks and charred remains. Feel the coals and
ashes. Make sure no roots are smoldering.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">• Drown the campfire with water, and stir
charred material.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">• If it’s too hot to touch, it’s too hot to
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<o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> THANKS !!</span></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Wildfires, Forest Fires, Range Fires whatever you want to refer to them as! These locations along with many others are experiencing one of the most active "fire seasons" in recent history.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 14pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Virginia along with resources from all accross the country are responding to the request for help to many of these locations.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=newssearch&cd=2&cad=rja&ved=0CCIQqQIoADAB&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.reuters.com%2Farticle%2F2012%2F08%2F21%2Fus-usa-wildfires-west-idUSBRE87K01O20120821&ei=hlYzUOKPF4LU9AT6-ICgBA&usg=AFQjCNHrL0DzjXhgNl4DxwlY3B-DwRBocQ&sig2=JrkfEEEYDHRXgI3a6E4QvA"><b>Wildfire</b> nears Idaho resort town as some residents refuse to leave</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=newssearch&cd=3&cad=rja&ved=0CCkQqQIoADAC&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.freep.com%2Farticle%2F20120821%2FNEWS07%2F308210061%2FWildfires-force-thousands-to-flee-in-California&ei=hlYzUOKPF4LU9AT6-ICgBA&usg=AFQjCNGyE3w54GZmLVKZYq2301DqmXF8LA&sig2=j1QpMX_J8bqiBsQSjX_20A"><b>Wildfires</b> force thousands to flee in California</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=newssearch&cd=4&cad=rja&ved=0CCwQqQIoADAD&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.boston.com%2Fnews%2Fnation%2F2012%2F08%2F20%2Flightning-sparks-more-blazes-across-the-west%2FG1otLZnq4NQRuNprLJs7WK%2Fstory.html&ei=hlYzUOKPF4LU9AT6-ICgBA&usg=AFQjCNHACrTAs00jtmPRID6O-N2Sahnbzw&sig2=wdsrxeVNFg5bF_2A5BgXuA">Huge <b>wildfire</b> burns to edge of 3 small towns in CA</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=newssearch&cd=12&cad=rja&ved=0CBwQqQIoADABOAo&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.khon2.com%2Fnews%2Flocal%2Fstory%2FWildfire-burns-over-1-000-acres-on-Kauai%2FdIAhmzEPx0CCr4KtA69ihg.cspx&ei=6lYzUKTHCsjj0gGn2YG4Cw&usg=AFQjCNHXBFQjn86JtIExujuFr_3C3qJlJg&sig2=LDeQn38yqHlYWdvJzmj7yw">The <span style="color: #1122cc;"><strong>wildfire</strong></span> on Kauai has now doubled in size to 2000 acres.</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=newssearch&cd=4&cad=rja&ved=0CCUQqQIoADAD&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.huffingtonpost.com%2F2012%2F08%2F20%2Ftrinity-ridge-fire-idaho-wildfire_n_1808263.html%3Futm_hp_ref%3Dgreen&ei=FVczUIfzLaeB0AHC1oFo&usg=AFQjCNHC40myKzDC2XeAdm_ig1VwkLaKJQ&sig2=rjJlpkQoY2yrzIGMTcTd3Q">Trinity Ridge <span style="color: #1122cc;"><strong>Fire</strong></span> In Idaho's Boise National <span style="color: #1122cc;"><strong>Forest</strong></span> Continues To Burn</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=newssearch&cd=19&cad=rja&ved=0CDoQqQIoADAIOAo&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thenews.com.pk%2Farticle-63872-Out-of-control-Washington-forest-fire-&ei=ZVczUP2eAsjt0gH94oEw&usg=AFQjCNGFuslYVDafAlWGWVbPD7j1nGuucw&sig2=XjILwqO1EW5spksqnHUptQ">Out of control Washington <span style="color: #1122cc;"><strong>forest fire</strong></span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=newssearch&cd=6&cad=rja&ved=0CDQQqQIoADAF&url=http%3A%2F%2Flubbockonline.com%2Ffiled-online%2F2012-08-18%2Fsearch-continues-those-who-set-oklahoma-wildfires&ei=F1gzUNH3M7CG0QGSpoGQAg&usg=AFQjCNFTlRd9KKFVD-uz7rjSpJcLRrWTjw&sig2=TfxA0lOYRk3pFV-Btf4XSA">Search continues for those who set <span style="color: #1122cc;"><strong>Oklahoma wildfires</strong></span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=newssearch&cd=5&cad=rja&ved=0CCgQqQIoADAE&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.star-telegram.com%2F2012%2F08%2F12%2F4176529%2Ffirefighters-making-progress-against.html&ei=nFgzULDsEKXF0AHyloHADw&usg=AFQjCNFILBshE19um_IqurmItWDUReQ1Ow&sig2=CcbL1F8dPqaiNOCs-dzPJg">Firefighters making progress against Palo Pinto wildfires</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=newssearch&cd=5&cad=rja&ved=0CC8QqQIoADAE&url=http%3A%2F%2Fphotoblog.nbcnews.com%2F_news%2F2012%2F08%2F20%2F13380275-spain-fights-raging-wildfires-firefighting-budgets-cut%3Flite&ei=hlYzUOKPF4LU9AT6-ICgBA&usg=AFQjCNERCfBs2oenUlAurKzKPWauuUAe2g&sig2=b6uV-_8adlJmzmpRlH7ylg"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Spain fights raging <b>wildfires</b>, firefighting budgets cut</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=newssearch&cd=2&cad=rja&ved=0CBwQqQIoADAB&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.huffingtonpost.com%2Fhuff-wires%2F20120820%2Feu-greece-forest-fire%2F&ei=FVczUIfzLaeB0AHC1oFo&usg=AFQjCNFyyVy9ttHhH42KhsQSBtYfAcu2VA&sig2=hSOMZhkO3vathOfAcUxyRQ"><span>Major <strong>fire</strong></span><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';"> on eastern Greek island of Chios</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=newssearch&cd=12&cad=rja&ved=0CBwQqQIoADABOAo&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bbc.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fworld-europe-19299905&ei=ZVczUP2eAsjt0gH94oEw&usg=AFQjCNGaw5xEYbswPZOVzwuut7uYsq9MpA&sig2=5s0Voe3LhnANMur-nZEhJA"><span><strong>Forest fire</strong> threatens Lacanau resort in western France</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=newssearch&cd=16&cad=rja&ved=0CCsQqQIoADAFOAo&url=http%3A%2F%2Fsofiaglobe.com%2F2012%2F08%2F20%2Fforest-fire-burns-near-bulgarias-rila-monastery%2F&ei=ZVczUP2eAsjt0gH94oEw&usg=AFQjCNEljWQyfv1-HmDBTztEChTXu4Ud6A&sig2=neHFBEv5qZeLwkGAYQCgRQ"><span><strong>Forest fire</strong> burns near Bulgaria's Rila Monastery</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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If homeowners prepared their homes and property firefighters as shown in the pictures above and below might be able to devote efforts elsewhere. Removing pinestraw from around the homes and from off the roofs along with moving bags of mulch from up next to the home to a safer location all takes time and lots of folks to accomplish it quickly as the fires are bearing down on them.<br />
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Its hard dirty nasty work. A big thanks to those who answer the call.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfdvG6ija9XbHIaZVnrD-vgcYzdejg5VNE0GUPX6iwDe4bNS41hGIZ51-XCoiitZJ6jJlhKh2yqKuFUI0bufqfk6GcHxfby4-NfFb4e70d7reKIasNCvZ5LIbi9qYjJcli9clqAHe_3fou/s1600/hard+work+on+the+line.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" mda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfdvG6ija9XbHIaZVnrD-vgcYzdejg5VNE0GUPX6iwDe4bNS41hGIZ51-XCoiitZJ6jJlhKh2yqKuFUI0bufqfk6GcHxfby4-NfFb4e70d7reKIasNCvZ5LIbi9qYjJcli9clqAHe_3fou/s320/hard+work+on+the+line.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>
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One might say what good is Smokey Bear and all the talk about wildfire prevention when so many fires are raging in so many locations. Even with these challanging times it is critical to use Smokey's messages and let folks know what they can do, how they can take an active part in protection and prevention. From the smallest act of talking to a neighbor about the current dangers to organizing a community event these all just might prevent that next fire from starting and it could be that fire that if not prevented might be the one that destroys homes, property or turns deadly. It just takes one fire ... so lets work togther to prevent that one fire!!!!<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6265512031386448411.post-20146428063321062972012-08-20T12:07:00.005-04:002012-08-20T17:19:53.467-04:00VDOF attends the VA State Firefighters ExpoThe 126th annual Virginia State Firefighter's Association & Auxiliary Conference/Expo was held this past week at the Hampton Roads Convention Center.<br />
The following pictures were taken at the Virginia Department of Forestry's display area. There was a steady flow of folks (young and old ) who came by to play a couple of games, pick up some prevention and education material, learn about Smokey Bear and VA Firewise and to just talk about wildfires. One older gentleman talked about his work as a member of a Keep Virginia Green Crew back in the 50's.<br />
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I refurbushed an old (1960's) display and it was a big hit, who says it has to be electronic to be fun?<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgS-Bq7bAr3XAGDJJJup7mi8_CqScJX-KGN7f8B2andExrBu9GuMtO2Io59NLkUco_vwXyhx-UEYWyaKR_x09GRI1CcqwTBm8qnoEablLc00U9k9pUgQVZ2elzWaXUj1i2yiNxsqp7FOLSf/s1600/DSCN0105.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" mda="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgS-Bq7bAr3XAGDJJJup7mi8_CqScJX-KGN7f8B2andExrBu9GuMtO2Io59NLkUco_vwXyhx-UEYWyaKR_x09GRI1CcqwTBm8qnoEablLc00U9k9pUgQVZ2elzWaXUj1i2yiNxsqp7FOLSf/s400/DSCN0105.JPG" width="300" /></a></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">With 12 of 14 type 1 incident management teams assigned to incidents and firefighters<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>and resources being stretched the outlook does not look well for the next several weeks. Wildland agencies east of the Mississippi are stepping up to the call for assistance.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">(CNN)</span></b><span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> -- Blistering hot temperatures will blast the normally tepid Pacific Northwest again Thursday as dozens of wildfires burn across large sections of the western United States.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">The mercury is expected to soar near triple digits in Portland, Oregon, with Seattle forecast to reach the lower 90s, the National Weather Service said. The coastal region is roasting under an excessive heat warning.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">At least 70 large fires were burning across 13 states west of the Mississippi River, according to the National Interagency Coordination Center. California had the most with 13, followed by Nevada with 12 and Idaho with 10, the center said.</span><b><span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> </span></b><span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">"That's the biggest question," fire spokeswoman Alissa Tanner said. "If the thunderstorms will just be rain and not gusts of winds that will be a real blessing. If not, then it could spread the fire in many different directions." <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Among nearly a dozen major wildfires burning across the state, a 66-square-mile blaze in Plumas National Forest has proven problematic given the remote, rugged location. More than 900 homes were under threat, and authorities have urged residents to leave. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">The National Weather Service expected isolated thunderstorms for the remote area, but only a 20 percent chance of precipitation. Crews re-established containment lines on Wednesday, but officials were concerned about the stormy forecast, Tanner said. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">In rural San Diego County, a group of five wildfires caused by lightning burned more than 24 square miles of wilderness, state fire Capt. Mike Mohler said. Evacuation orders covering about 180 homes and 400 residents were issued for the communities of Ranchita and Santa Fe. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">The two largest fires were above the desert floor in an area subject to erratic winds. Forecasts called for a return of monsoonal moisture that could create thunderstorms with even more erratic winds Thursday, Mohler said. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Meanwhile, a 4 1/2-square-mile blaze in the foothills of Riverside County's San Jacinto Mountains threatened 47 homes, though officials lifted an evacuation order Wednesday. The fire near the community of Aguanga, east of Temecula, burned four structures, including at least one home. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Elsewhere in Southern California, military helicopters dropped water on two fires that blackened more than 12,000 acres in the rugged Kern County mountains above the Mojave Desert about 80 miles north of Los Angeles. The fires forced the Bureau of Land Management to temporarily close about 20 miles of the popular Pacific Crest Trail, which runs through three western states between Canada and Mexico. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Berlant said officials were concerned that wildfire season began earlier than usual in the state. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">"We have definitely seen an increase in fires this season in comparison to previous years," Berlant said. "Most of the damaging fires happen in September and October, not during the summer months." <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">He said the rest of the region also has been hit with fires relatively early in the season. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">"We're starting to see the same level of activity that's been occurring in Arizona, Colorado and New Mexico," Berlant said. "We're just like the rest of the West; We continue to be hot and dry, just like them." <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/incident/3117/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Fort Complex</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 37.94%;" valign="top" width="37%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/unit/21/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Klamath National Forest</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 30.3%;" valign="top" width="30%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/state/5/"><span style="color: windowtext;">California, USA</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 9.24%;" valign="top" width="9%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">3,657<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr style="mso-yfti-irow: 1;"><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 22.52%;" valign="top" width="22%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/incident/3141/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Mistake Peak Fire</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 37.94%;" valign="top" width="37%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/unit/352/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Tonto National Forest</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 30.3%;" valign="top" width="30%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/state/3/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Arizona, USA</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 9.24%;" valign="top" width="9%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">4,800<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr style="mso-yfti-irow: 2;"><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 22.52%;" valign="top" width="22%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/incident/3151/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Rush Fire</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 37.94%;" valign="top" width="37%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/unit/979/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Northern California Resource Area</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 30.3%;" valign="top" width="30%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/state/5/"><span style="color: windowtext;">California, USA</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 9.24%;" valign="top" width="9%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">101,000<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr style="mso-yfti-irow: 3;"><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 22.52%;" valign="top" width="22%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/incident/3150/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Jawbone Complex</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 37.94%;" valign="top" width="37%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/unit/502/"><span style="color: windowtext;">California Desert District</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 30.3%;" valign="top" width="30%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/state/5/"><span style="color: windowtext;">California, USA</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 9.24%;" valign="top" width="9%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">12,462<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr style="mso-yfti-irow: 4;"><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 22.52%;" valign="top" width="22%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/incident/3160/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Charley Fire</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 37.94%;" valign="top" width="37%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/unit/352/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Tonto National Forest</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 30.3%;" valign="top" width="30%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/state/3/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Arizona, USA</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 9.24%;" valign="top" width="9%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">2,300<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr style="mso-yfti-irow: 5;"><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 22.52%;" valign="top" width="22%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/incident/3113/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Holloway</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 37.94%;" valign="top" width="37%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/unit/3302/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Winnemucca District</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 30.3%;" valign="top" width="30%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/state/29/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Nevada, USA</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 9.24%;" valign="top" width="9%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">436,560<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr style="mso-yfti-irow: 6;"><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 22.52%;" valign="top" width="22%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/incident/3147/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Ramsey</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 37.94%;" valign="top" width="37%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/unit/20/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Stanislaus National Forest</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 30.3%;" valign="top" width="30%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/state/5/"><span style="color: windowtext;">California, USA</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 9.24%;" valign="top" width="9%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">1,000<o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td></tr>
<tr style="mso-yfti-irow: 7;"><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 22.52%;" valign="top" width="22%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/incident/3052/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Chips</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 37.94%;" valign="top" width="37%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/unit/10/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Plumas National Forest</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 30.3%;" valign="top" width="30%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/state/5/"><span style="color: windowtext;">California, USA</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 9.24%;" valign="top" width="9%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">42,136<o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td></tr>
<tr style="mso-yfti-irow: 8;"><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 22.52%;" valign="top" width="22%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/incident/3062/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Halstead</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 37.94%;" valign="top" width="37%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/unit/46/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Salmon - Challis National Forest</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 30.3%;" valign="top" width="30%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/state/13/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Idaho, USA</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 9.24%;" valign="top" width="9%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">58,269<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr style="mso-yfti-irow: 9;"><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 22.52%;" valign="top" width="22%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/incident/3088/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Trinity Ridge Fire</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 37.94%;" valign="top" width="37%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/unit/38/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Boise National Forest</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 30.3%;" valign="top" width="30%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/state/13/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Idaho, USA</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 9.24%;" valign="top" width="9%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">68,284<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr style="mso-yfti-irow: 10;"><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 22.52%;" valign="top" width="22%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/incident/3100/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Mustang Complex</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 37.94%;" valign="top" width="37%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/unit/46/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Salmon - Challis National Forest</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 30.3%;" valign="top" width="30%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/state/13/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Idaho, USA</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 9.24%;" valign="top" width="9%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">85,537<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr style="mso-yfti-irow: 11;"><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 22.52%;" valign="top" width="22%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/incident/3093/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Springs Fire</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 37.94%;" valign="top" width="37%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/unit/38/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Boise National Forest</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 30.3%;" valign="top" width="30%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/state/13/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Idaho, USA</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 9.24%;" valign="top" width="9%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">6,150<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr style="mso-yfti-irow: 12;"><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 22.52%;" valign="top" width="22%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/incident/3157/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Butte Creek Fire</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 37.94%;" valign="top" width="37%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/unit/39/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Bridger - Teton National Forest</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 30.3%;" valign="top" width="30%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/state/52/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Wyoming, USA</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 9.24%;" valign="top" width="9%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">1,000<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr style="mso-yfti-irow: 13;"><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 22.52%;" valign="top" width="22%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/incident/3106/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Faust</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
</td><td style="background-color: transparent; border-bottom: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-left: #ece9d8; border-right: #cabf93 1pt solid; border-top: #ece9d8; mso-border-bottom-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; mso-border-right-alt: solid #CABF93 .75pt; padding-bottom: 1.5pt; padding-left: 1.5pt; padding-right: 1.5pt; padding-top: 1.5pt; width: 37.94%;" valign="top" width="37%"><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 1.5pt 0pt; text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/unit/4545/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Salt Lake Field Office</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/state/46/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Utah, USA</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">22,045<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/incident/3159/"><span style="color: windowtext;">West Garceau</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/unit/2888/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Flathead Agency</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/state/27/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Montana, USA</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">8,800<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/incident/3070/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Condon Mountain Fire</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/unit/29/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Flathead National Forest</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"><a href="http://www.inciweb.org/state/27/"><span style="color: windowtext;">Montana, USA</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS','sans-serif'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">998<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #f68c19; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Daily statistics 8/15/12<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Number of new large fires <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">20<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">States currently reporting large fires:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Number of active large fires<br />(number includes full suppression and resource managed fires)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">63<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Arkansas (3)<br />Arizona (6)<br />California (13) <br />Idaho (10)<br />Montana (6)<br />Nevada (10) <br />New Mexico (1) <br />Oklahoma (2) <br />Oregon (2) <br />Texas (6) <br />Utah (2) <br />Washington (1) <br />Wyoming (1) <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Acres from active fires <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">1,273,351<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Fires contained since 8/14/12 <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">6<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">Year-to-date large fires contained<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">585<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6265512031386448411.post-30951936155239756692012-08-07T19:43:00.002-04:002012-08-07T20:04:11.731-04:00Special posting of Smokey Bear Songs<br />
Below are 2 links to Smokey Bear songs, 1 you might have heard and 1 you may not have. I hope you enjoy both and enjoy my birthday on Thursday! I have been at this for 68 years and now is not a better time for you to do your part. Don't Let a Wildfire Start. ONLY YOU CAN.<br />
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Hey ..... wasn't I such a cute baby!!!<br />
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As your listening to these songs please keep in your thoughts and prayers all those whose homes and livelyhood have been or are being impacted by destructive wildfires.</div>
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<o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> A traditional Smokey Bear Song</span></o:p><br />
<a href="https://www.box.com/s/7e97f3389d01bb0804eb"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">https://www.box.com/s/7e97f3389d01bb0804eb</span></a><br />
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A new style Smokey Bear Song<br />
<a href="https://www.box.com/s/fa0ac811c494a7665b44"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">https://www.box.com/s/fa0ac811c494a7665b44</span></a></div>
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Two classic pre Smokey Fire Prevention Posters.</div>
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I know it is wishful thinking but how about trying to make Thursday August 9th a wildfire free day (NO NEW WILDFIRES) now wouldn't that be a great gift to someone who is 68!<br />
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Here are my last posting of coloring and activity sheets that you might find useful especially for Smokey's birthday Thursday. I hope you enjoy!!<br />
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With only 15 days till Smokey's birthday I hope you find this 200th post yet another interesting and useful item. This is a 5 page document, the first 4 pages originally published in 1958 and page 5 being new. My 2 hoby interests all in one, stamp collecting and Smokey Bear it doesn't get any better.<br />
Check out page 5 for 2 Smokey Bear pictures you may have never seen.<br />
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Enjoy and thanks for being one of the 60,000 and thanks for viewing this 200th blog post.<br />
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This posting is a very long one but one I think if your a Smokey Bear history buff you will like. Along with it is yet another activity for you to use and share, its a connect the dot/coloring sheet.<br />
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The following is a document I recently received along with a lot of other historical information. There are so many stories about the first few days after Smokey was found, who actually found him clinging to the burned tree, and how he eventually made his way to Dr. Smith and then eventually to his home in DC. By no means do I want to diminish any of the "stories" that are around or the claims by anyone who remembers having a part in finding and caring for the little bear cub that became Smokey. But I do want to share this letter written by Don Bell, Ray Bells son and brother to Judy Bell both of which whose names are much more associated with Smokey. But Don Bell as a 15 year old was very much involved and was also the recipient of all the stories his dad passed along. </div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">I've been meaning to write this item for years, but kept putting it off for one reason or </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">another. You may ask, "What prompted you to write the story now after all these years?"</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">For over 50 years I have been listening to various and a sundry people tell their story </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">about how they were involved with Smokey Bear one way or another. Just recently one of my </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">family's friends, G. W. Chapman, has been the center of the Smokey Bear story that caught my</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">attention and thought it was about time I put down in writing the story of how a tiny bear cub </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">weighing four pounds that was saved from a forest fire became a living symbol representing the </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">famous forest fire prevention paper symbol, "Smokey the Bear".</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">A month ago I had a dentist appointment with a dentist here in Las Cruces and as I was </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">waiting for my appointment I picked up a June 2005 Smithsonian magazine and was flipping </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">through the pages. As I flipped, I spotted a picture of a fellow standing in a forest and thought it </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">looked a lot like a fellow I knew by the name of G. W. Chapman. I looked again and sure enough</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">it was a picture of G. W. and the article surrounding the picture was an article telling the </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">story about how G. W. Chapman was the fellow who was a fire fighter on the forest fire near the </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">small community of Capitan, New Mexico and was responsible for rescuing the cub bear out of a </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">burnt tree in the forest fire camp that went on to become Smokey Bear.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">the story I have lived with for over fifty years. A question popped in my mind, "How in the </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">world did G. W. manage to get this questionable story in the prestigious Smithsonian </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Magazine?"</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">The next thing I hear within a month or so was the Smithsonian Magazine had sponsored </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">G. W. to a trip to Washington D.C. to attend a 100 year celebration of the U.S. Forest Service </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">where gave talks on how he saved Smokey Bear cub and was signing autographs there. Next was </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">I received the word there was a U.S. Forest meeting in Ruidoso where G.W. was lecturing about </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">how he saved the cub. Within a week of that meeting there was an article in our local newspaper, </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">"Las Cruces Sun-News" sent from G.W.'s hometown newspaper in Alamogordo telling the same </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">story about how G.W. saved the cub bear that became Smokey Bear.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">I decided to write this story to perhaps bring to light and clear up some of the past stories </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">told and written. I'm doing this is as how I remembered it as a 15-year-old in May 1950 ago </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">some 55 years ago. I'm the only one left in my family that had direct contact with the cub who is </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">still alive to tell the story as my father; mother and my sister have passed away.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">There have been numerous children's books and pamphlets written with the title </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">"The True Story of Smokey Bear" by various and asundry authors. </span><span style="font-family: "Helvetica", "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">In </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">1994 there was a full sized </span><i><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">"book:' </span></i><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">written about Smokey Bear by William Clifford Lawter Jr. published by Lindsay Smith </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Publishers, which bears the name of<i>" Smokey Bear 20252 A Biography"</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">All of these books had to be approved and blessed by the U.S Forest service before they </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">could be published because they have the copyright to any and all things connected to Smokey </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Bear. They own Smokey Bear and anything connected to the name in total. You cannot publish </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">any book or any other writing on the subject without their approval. You cannot sell and items </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">commercially having Smokey Bear's name on it without their approval. You cannot have a </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">commercial building with Smokey Bear's name, or part of the name, on it without the U.S. </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Forest Service's approval.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Bill Lawter's book was well done; however one must keep in mind that the U.S. Forest </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Service and my dad edited it. Like I said, the story is as I remember it and there are numerous </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">portions that do not agree with Bill Lawter's book or dad's final story. </span><span style="font-family: "Helvetica", "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">In </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">my opinion, dad being </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">a type of person who wanted to present a story on Smokey Bear that made all agencies and</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">persons of power look good and was a presentable story to children. He felt the future of saving </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">the nation's forests were children and to bend the story here and there was well worth the</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">modification (he would never admit he modified the story. He and I had several discussions on</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">the subject.). The major modification he made was that the planning of making the bear cub into</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">the living symbol of Smokey the Bear was culminated in the fire camp before he flew the cub to </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Santa Fe.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">I would like to present to you the story, as I remember it, and let you make up your own mind</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">what the <i>true </i>story is.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif";"><span style="font-size: large;">The making of a cub bear into <i>Smokey The Bear </i>as I remember it</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif";">By Donald </span><span style="font-family: "Helvetica", "sans-serif";">R. </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif";">Bell</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Dad walked into our house carrying a shoebox and when he opened the box we were </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">looking at a male bear cub weighing approximately four pounds. The cub looked a bit sick and </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">had its feet bound in white gauze bandages and the hair on its belly was a bit singed.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica", "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">It </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">was not unusual for dad to bring home animals of various ages for his family to care </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">for. He had brought home baby deer (fauns), other cub bear, beaver and other wild animals for </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">the family to care for until the animals could be re-located </span><span style="font-family: "Helvetica", "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">in </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">the wild or at a local zoo. These </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">animals had been abandoned in the wild and would have died if he had not taken them in or they</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">were animals people had caught in the wild with traps and were using them as pets or </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">commercially. One example was one bear cub was tied to a gasoline pump in the northern </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">community of New Mexico to bring in more business. The keeping of a wild game animal is </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">against the law in New Mexico unless approved by the New Mexico State Game Warden.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">My mother, Ruth, dad, Ray L. Bell, and sister, Judy, had recently moved from Capitan, </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">New Mexico to Santa Fe.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Dad was employed by the New Mexico State Game Department. And had recently been </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">promoted from District Game Warden in Capitan to Chief of Law Enforcement for the entire</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">State of New Mexico. Dad was also the pilot of the only airplane for the Department. The plane</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">was a Piper Cub Tandem built by Piper aircraft Company.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">On May 4, 1950 a forest fire was started by a lighting struck in the Capitan Mountains 15</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">One of the state agencies was the New Mexico State Game Department, which called in </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">several District Game Wardens. Because The NMSGD was called in and The Game Department</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">assist wi</span><span style="font-family: "Helvetica", "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">th </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">the fire May 7 when the fire reached its peak. He would fly over the fire and report to</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">the ground crews fighting the fire how the fire was moving and how fast it was traveling.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">On May 9th dad had been flying the fire off and on for two days when he had landed and </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">was visiting with the ground crews in the fire camp. He was approached by Speed Simons, one </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">of the District Game Wardens acting as a fire fighting crew chiefs, who told dad there was a</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">in the camp. Soldiers from Ft. Bliss had been volunteered to fight the fire by the commander of </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Ft. Bliss.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Dad started walking through the fire camp looking for the soldier with the bear. Soon he </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">came upon a young, 19-year-old Soldier setting on his sleeping bag, leaning against a tree with</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Dad swatted down in front of the soldier and said, "Hello son. I see you have a bear there </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">in your shirt. What are you planning to do with <i>it?</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">The soldier replied in obviously an accent from Tennessee or Kentucky, "Howdy, Yessir-</span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">ee I got me a bear. I been feeding </span><span style="font-family: "Helvetica", "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">him </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">with Baby Ruth candy bars and some can milk. I'm </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">goin' to send this here bear back to my mom in Tennessee. She ain't never seen no bear before."</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Dad replied, "I see the bear Looks kind a sick and it's feet are a little burned what do </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">think about me taking that bear to a doctor and get </span><span style="font-family: "Helvetica", "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">him </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">fixed up?"</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Much conversation continued before he was able to talk the bear away from the soldier. It </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">took dad 45 minutes to complete the transaction. Dad didn't want just use the law on the soldier </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">who had saved the cub from death, to take the bear away from </span><span style="font-family: "Helvetica", "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">him?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Dad said he found some bacon grease in the cook shack and smeared it on the cub's feet </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">and the night before he flew home to Santa Fe; he spent the night at Mr. Guck's home. Mr. Guck </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">was the National Forest's officer stationed in Capitan at the time? When dad showed up at the </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Guck's house Mrs. Guck felt sorry for the cub, found an empty shoebox in the house and a clean </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">white rag to place in the box for the cub to sleep in. Dad had been carrying the cub around in an</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">old towel he had scrounged in fire camp. The cub had to be kept in the garage that night because </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">it was crying and keeping everyone awake.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">The next morning dad filled his gas tanks with gas, made sure the string around the </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">shoebox holding the cub was tight, loaded the cub into the airplane and took off from the cow </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">pasture he had landed in.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">When he arrived at the small airfield on the out skirts of Santa Fe and walked into the </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">small building acting as a terminal building he was carrying the shoe box under his arm and his </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">clothing bag under the other. The Ettingers' were the operators of the airfield and Mrs. Ettinger </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">loved to take pictures with her newly purchased 8 </span><span style="font-family: "Helvetica", "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">mm </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">movie camera. She photographed the cub </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">and dad for several minutes and when she was done called Dr. Smith's office, the local</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">She then called the Santa Fe New Mexican, the local newspaper, and gave them the story of bear </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">cub having been saved from a forest fire had been flown into town by a Game Warden by the </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">name of Ray Bell. The next day a small article appeared the fifth page of the paper and the cub </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">was named "Hot Foot Teddy".</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Like </span><span style="font-family: "Helvetica", "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">I </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">said earlier, the cub wasn't feeling too well when we got him. Dad explained that, </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">as far as he knew, hadn't eaten any real food for several days so if we didn't solve the problem </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">quickly, the cub would die. Mother had experience with other infant animals and decided what to </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">do.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">My sister was four years old at the time and she was still walking around with a baby </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">bottle stuck in her mouth; so mother confiscated one of Judy's bottles filled it with a mixture of </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">pabulum, honey and canned milk into a slurry consistent and poured it into the bottle. She had to </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">gradually cut the end of the rubber nipple of the bottle larger and larger so the pabulum mixture</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Mother knew from experience of raising baby animals you could not feed them cows </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">milk because it cause the babies to have the scowers (diarrhea) and they will die of dehydration.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Judy was not pleased we used her favorite bottle to feed the bear. For that matter she </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">wasn't pleased with the bear to be near her. She thought the bear was cute, but only at a distance.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">She had seen how the bear had bitten dad and me when were handling it. The interesting thing </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">was that the bear never bit mother.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">The cub recovered quickly from the burns on its feet. It's a good thing because he would </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">chew any bandage off his feet as soon as we put them on. It was impossible to keep any kind of a</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica", "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">In </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">the evenings we would bring the bear in from the back porch where we kept him in a </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">wire cage and Jet (the dog) would play with the bear. Jet was a two-month-old, black Cocker </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Spaniel male puppy we had in the house when cub showed up.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">They would race around the house with Jet in hot pursuit of the bear. The bear was faster </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">and could traverse up and over the furniture quicker (much more agile). The bear would climb up</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">would then slap at Jet with his paw. The bear would then jump down from the chair stand up on </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">his hind legs and when Jet ran at the bear he would grab Jet in a bear hug and fall over on the </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">floor. They would wrestle around for a few seconds then the bear would roll Jet over on his back, </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">pin him down and began to chew on Jet's ears. </span><span style="font-family: "Helvetica", "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">It </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">was at this point we would have to pull them </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">apart because Jet would start screaming in pain. Once we separated the two, jet would shake his</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">head and they would go at it again. This time Jet was really mad and went after the bear in </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">earnest; however the bear, being so much faster, would totally allude Jet which made Jet even </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">more frustrated and he would start barking trying to get at the bear who was laying on the seat of </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">the couch looking down at the stupid dog barking at him. I'll swear the bear was grinning when </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">this happened.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">A few weeks went by and dad showed up a house with another cub bear. This bear was a </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">female </span><span style="font-family: "Helvetica", "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">(I </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">guess I forgot to clarify that the cub we had was a male. I just inferred it, huh?). We </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">named the female <i>Ruby </i>and she was about the same size as the bear we had been keeping.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Ruby's personality was a lot different than the other bear. She loved to be cuddled and held. </span><span style="font-family: "Helvetica", "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">If </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">you wearing a short sleeved shirt, she would suck on the skin on your arm while being held. She </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">was a little older than the other bear and in excellent physical condition so dad was able to take </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">her to the zoo within a few days. Dad had found Ruby in one of his trips to Taos, New Mexico </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">tied to a gas pump on the side of the road to Taos with a piece of lariat rope around her neck. He</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">The few days we had Ruby and the other bear the two did not get along together. The </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">bear we had first fought Ruby tooth and nail. He hated her; so we had to have two cages to keep </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">them apart. Ruby tried to get along but the other bear wouldn't have it.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">A few days after Ruby left, a friend of mother and dad's by the name of Harold Walters </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">called and asked if he could take pictures of the "The Bear". Harold worked for the ew Mexico </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">State Oil Commission and moonlighted as a professional photographer. Dad said there was no </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">problem about pictures and Harold came to the house with his huge camera and other </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">paraphernalia to take pictures of the bear.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Harold set his camera up in the small living room while I went out on the porch and got </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">the bear. I held the bear while mother brushed </span><span style="font-family: "Helvetica", "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">him </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">down with an old hairbrush. We set the bear </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">down on the floor near a wall and Harold took a picture or two them mother thought it would be </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">nice if pictures would be taken of the bear and Judy; so mother combed Judy's hair, dressed her </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">in a colorful shirt (the pictures were black and white) a pair of jeans and boots. Mother then </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">thought of placing a small shag rug on the floor for Judy and the bear to be on. She thought it </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">would look like grass. Judy was not enthusiastic over the idea, but after some coxing, four-year old </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Judy agreed to taking a picture with the bear. The bear wasn't going to cooperate taking the</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">picture with Judy until mother thought of smearing a bit of honey on Judy's chin. </span><span style="font-family: "Helvetica", "sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt;">It </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">worked, but </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">it scared Judy to have the bear licking on her face. She put up with it long enough for Harold to </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">take a picture. Dad got the idea to slip a "Smokey the Bear" poster behind Judy and the bear </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">during the picture taking procedure. He had the poster in the closet leftover from a meeting with </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">the U.S. Forest Service a month or so before.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Harold took several pictures that evening, packed up his stuff and went home to develop </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">the pictures. Around eleven that night Harold called dad and told him the pictures came out very </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">well and would it be OK to take them to the Santa Fe New Mexican paper for a human-interest </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">story. Dad said he didn't see there would be a problem with that so go ahead and take the</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">The next morning when we woke up and saw the newspaper that had been delivered to </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">our house we were in for the shock of our lives. On the front page of the New Mexican, taking </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">up half the front page was a picture of Judy and the bear with the caption underneath of,</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">The phone started ringing and then we found out a reporter at the New Mexican had </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">written the article attached the pictures of the bear cub and Judy and sent it to all the newspapers </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">throughout the United States by UP! the previous night and the article and pictures were on their</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Mother pulled me aside and told me she was very concerned about the article in the </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">newspaper. She was very worried that dad might be in serious trouble for this article going out </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">without dad's boss, Elliot S. Barker, the New Mexico State Game Warden not knowing about the</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">The cub bear we had been taken care of at our house was no longer, <i>The Bear. </i>He had a </span><span style="font-family: "Times", "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">full name and it was "Smokey the Bear".</span></div>
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I hope you enjoyed the story and will find the acticity sheet useful. </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6265512031386448411.post-61277285212485991542012-07-18T05:57:00.002-04:002012-07-18T06:36:27.481-04:00CELEBRATE SMOKEY<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">
<span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">With the decrease in wildfire activity I am taking the opportunity to begin posting information about Smokey Bear, his birthday and other interesting pictures, links and information you might not have seen or know about.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Wildfire “season” is still in full swing and there is a lot of the seasons in front of us so don’t let your guard down. This may just be the calm before the storm. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">In just a short 3 weeks it will be Smokey’s 68<sup>th</sup> birthday, 1944 doesn’t seem all that long ago! </span></span></div>
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First pictures of Smokey Bear. Look closely they are different or not!, which one was most widely used and did you know the photographer's name?? It was Harold D. <span class="style11"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Walters, with the U.S. Forest Service</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 14pt;">History of the Cooperative Forest Fire Prevention Campaign</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Verdana", "sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", "serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">As early as 1902, Americans were being warned about the damages of unwanted human caused forest fires, but no formal campaign aimed at prevention existed. Then in 1939 a poster entitled "Your Forest-Your Fault" featured a Forest Ranger in the image of Uncle Sam pointing to a raging forest fire. During the years of 1936-1941 a total of 210,000 forest fires burned over 30 million acres of forest and range land. Nine out of ten were human caused. Shortly after the bombing of Pearl Harbor, a Japanese submarine surfaced off of the coast of Southern California and fired shells near the Los Padres National Forest. In 1942, the USDA-Forest Service organized the Cooperative Forest Fire Prevention Program. War posters carried fire prevention messages, "Careless Matches Aid the Axis" and "Our Carelessness, their Secret Weapon." In 1944 the Wartime Advertising Council decided to use an animal to carry the fire prevention message. Walt Disney agreed to lend the image of Bambi, for a year, to be the first to carry the message. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", "serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">On August 9, 1944 a bear was chosen to be the spokesman for forest fire prevention.</b> The bear was named "Smokey" after a well-known Assistant Fire Chief named Smokey Joe Martin. The first slogan, "Care will prevent 9 out of 10 forest fires" was developed and artist Albert Staehle became Smokey's creator. Within a couple of years, another artist named Rudy Wendelin took over as the Smokey Bear artist and stayed with Smokey until his retirement in 1973. Smokey's message "Remember only you can prevent forest fires" was coined in 1947.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", "serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> Events on May 9, 1950 changed forever the way Americans would look at the forest fire prevention message. On this day in history, a 5 lb. black bear cub was found after a forest fire in the Capitan Mountains near Capitan, New Mexico. Named Smokey after the poster bear, the cub was later sent to the National Zoo in Washington, D.C. to become the "living symbol" for fire prevention. By 1952, Congress passed and President Eisenhower signed into law the Smokey Bear Act, public law 359. This law gave control of the image of Smokey to the Secretary of Agriculture so that there would be no unlawful use of Smokey Bear's image. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", "serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> In the late 1950's, a search was underway for a mate for Smokey, and in 1961 "Goldie", an orphaned female black bear also from New Mexico, arrived in Washington to be Smokey's mate. Sadly no cubs were ever born to the couple and a search was begun to find an adopted son. By 1964 Smokey's fan mail was so great that he was given his own zip code, 20252. The only other celebrity to have this honor is the President of the United States. In 1971, another orphaned black bear was found and sent to Washington, D.C. to become "Little Smokey". His training lasted for four years when Smokey retired in 1975 after serving for 25 years as the "living symbol" for fire prevention and Little Smokey takes over. On November 9th, 1976, Smokey passed away and was returned to his hometown of Capitan, New Mexico and is buried at the Smokey Bear Historical Park. 1984 marked the 40th birthday of the poster Smokey and was celebrated by a commemorative stamp designed by Rudy Wendelin, with the first day issue being in Smokey's hometown of Capitan. The story of the "living symbol" closed with the death of Little Smokey on August 11, 1990. "Little Smokey" was buried in an undisclosed location in Washington, D.C. The CFFP is the longest running public service advertising campaign in the history of the Ad Council.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", "serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Smokey’s message may be more important today than when it was first conceived 68 years ago. Remember, only You can prevent wildfires.</span><span style="font-family: "Verdana", "sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> </span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman", "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 140%; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">"May 4th, 1950 was the beginning of a forest fire known to the whole nation, not because of its size or spectacular losses, but because a tiny five-pound black bear cub named Smokey was rescued from it." Dorothy Guck, newspaper reporter for the Lincoln county news. </span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman", "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 140%; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The first of two fires began on Thursday, May 4th, 1950 when a cook stove over heated and started casting sparks. Fanned by winds of up to 70 mph, thus began the first of two forest fires in the Capitan Mountains. The Los Tablos fire burned approximately 1000 acres before fire crews had it under control two days later on May 6th. It's is believed that the second fire started on May 6th and was also human caused. Again with the wind blowing very hard and having to cover over a mile of rough road to get to what would become known as the Capitan Gap fire, fire crews were in a race against time. It would prove to be a race they would lose! </span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman", "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 140%; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">On May 8th, a terrible wind made it impossible to control the fire and on this day nineteen fire fighters were forced to escape to a rock slide while the fire burned over them. They were rescued without any fatalities. It was on May 9th that the face of forest fire prevention changed forever with the discovery of a badly singed bear cub. </span></div>
<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman", "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">Briefly named "Hotfoot Teddy" he was about to take his place in history as the "living symbol" Smokey. Found clinging to a charred tree, the tiny cub was brought back to fire camp by a group of soldiers from Ft. Bliss, Texas who had come to help fight the Capitan Gap fire. New Mexico game warden Ray Bell<a href="https://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/fd/smokeybear/images/raybellanddeanearle2.jpg" target="_blank"><span style="color: #00a854; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">,</span></a> who had been flying over the fire for fire boss Dean Earl, had heard of the burned cub. Ray knew the cub needed medical attention and the best veterinarian he knew was in Santa Fe. Ray loaded the little cub in the airplane and flew to Santa Fe. Once there, Dr. Ed Smith was the vet who treated the cubs’ burns but it was Ruth Bell (Ray's wife) and daughter Judy who deserve most of the credit for getting the little cub to eat. </span><br />
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<span class="style11"><span style="font-size: 10pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: Arial;">In route to Washington, Smokey delighted crowds at stop-off points as he sat in the lap of Homer Pickens of the New Mexico Game and Fish Commission and spelled the pilot at the controls.</span></span></span><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"></span></div>
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PLEASE check back for another Celebrate SMOKEY BEAR birthday post, next week. A look at more pictures of the real bear, posters, the history of the costume and much more.</div>
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