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document.write('<li class="rss-item"><b>Avondale Fire-Rescue Reminds you to Leave Fireworks to the Professionals<br />June, 2010</b><br />');
document.write('<p>Fourth of July celebrations usually signify summer fun, vacations, and the gathering of family and friends. However, Independence Day can also result in tragedy -- in a typical year, more U.S. fires are reported on July 4 than on any other day, and fireworks account for half of those fires. Sparklers, firecrackers, and rockets are the leading contributors to these injuries. As a reminder, Avondale Fire-Rescue urges everyone to be mindful of the dangers that fireworks present. </p> <p>&quot;Leave fireworks to the professionals,&quot; said Chief Art Snapp of Avondale Fire-Rescue. &quot;No matter how small or large fireworks may be, it is a potential fire starter.&quot; </p> <p>Because most fireworks injuries are preventable, Avondale Fire-Rescue urges everyone to enjoy a safe and happy holiday by following a few fireworks safety tips:</p> <ul> <li>The best way to protect your family is not to use any fireworks at home. Attend public fireworks displays and leave the lighting to the professionals.</li> <li>Kids should never play with fireworks. Sparklers can reach 1,800 degrees Fahrenheit (982 degrees Celsius) - hot enough to melt gold.</li> <li>Don&#39;t allow kids to pick up pieces of fireworks after an event. Some may still be ignited and can explode at any time.</li> <li>Think about your pet. Animals have sensitive ears and can be extremely frightened or stressed on the Fourth of July. Keep pets indoors to reduce the risk that they&#39;ll run loose or get injured.</li> </ul> <p>For more fireworks safety information, please visit <a href=\"http://www.nfpa.org/categoryList.asp?categoryID=297\">http://www.nfpa.org/categoryList.asp?categoryID=297</a></p> <p>Families can consult the newspaper or local activity calendar and attend one of several fireworks displays around the Valley. For more information or for safety tips, contact Avondale Fire Rescue at 623-333-6000 or <a href=\"http://www.avondale.org/fire\">www.avondale.org/fire</a> .</p> ');
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document.write('<li class="rss-item"><b>Avondale Fire-Rescue hosts Pet First Aid and Sheltering Training<br />June, 2010</b><br />');
document.write('<p>Attention pet owners! You may consider your pet to be a best friend, members of your family and a lifelong companion, -but, are you prepared to help those pets through a health crises, emergency or even through a disaster? Avondale Fire-Rescue in partnership with Maricopa County Animal Care &amp; Control will host a unique class for you to learn about pet sheltering, first aid and the basics of pet emergency handling and care. </p> <p>The Pet First Aid and Sheltering class is scheduled 9a.m. to 11:30a.m.on Saturday July 10. Skills will be taught by Lt. John Reynolds of Maricopa County Animal Care and Control. The class will be conducted at the Avondale Public Safety Facility; 1825 N. 107 Avenue. </p> <p>Registration is required, space is limited. The training is free. Call Avondale Fire-Rescue at (623) 333-6112 or email <a href=\"mailto:supistoia@avondale.org\">supistoia@avondale.org</a> to register for this course.</p> ');
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document.write('<li class="rss-item"><b>Teens Invited to Participate in Emergency Preparedness Training Course<br />June, 2010</b><br />');
document.write('<p>Calling all teenagers! Avondale will host a three-day Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) class especially for teenagers to help them become better prepared to handle emergency situations. </p> <p>The Teen CERT program will teach participants the basics of emergency preparedness; fire suppression and safety; basic first aid and disaster medical; light search and rescue, and how to spot signs of terrorism. Participants will also take part in a mock-disaster drill which will allow them to practice their new skills. At the end of the course, participants will also become CPR certified. </p> <p>&quot;This is a great opportunity for teenagers to gain awareness of careers in the medical and fire science fields. Teens are better prepared to deal with emergencies in their home and school, which increases their confidence level,&quot; explained Sue Pistoia, community services coordinator with Avondale Fire/Rescue. </p> <p>The three-day Teen CERT training course runs from Tuesday, June 8, through Thursday June 10 at Avondale Fire Station 172, 1825 N. 107th Avenue. The training will be held from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.; lunch will be provided. Cost is $25. Registration is required. To reserve a spot in the class contact Sue Pistoia, (623) 333-6112.</p> ');
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