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Posted: Sep 7, 2021

One dead in fiery crash near Sunnyside

One person has died in a crash just north of Sunnyside Sunday morning, according to Washington State Patrol. Troopers say a car was traveling east on Arrowsmith Road, blew the stop sign, crashing into a semi that was traveling north on SR 241. Officers say the sedan hit the semi's diesel tank, and the semi lost control.
- PUB DATE: 9/7/2021 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KIMA-TV CBS/CW+ 29 Yakima
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Posted: Sep 7, 2021

New Ion Pen Light from Koehler Bright Star Is a Perfect Companion In The Dark

The new Ion Pen Light is rugged, compact and carries an industry-leading 135 lumens that will cast a light 100 feet and is engineered to provide a high lumen output though the entire three-hour runtime. The Ion makes it easier than ever to carry the brightness of a big flashlight in a form that fits in a shirt pocket.

The rear button switch can be operated in a momentary mode or continuous light. The Ion Pen Light’s construction is anodized aircraft aluminum and it comes with a pocket clip attachment. Just 5- 1/8 inches long and 5/8 “ wide, it is drop-rated at 2 meters, water-proof to one meter and powered by 2-AAA batteries (not included).

It is the perfect professional everyday carry light.

Model # 60500

MSRP $19.99

About Koehler Bright Star, LLC

Koehler Bright Star manufactures tough lights that help professionals who work in dark places stay safe and get the job done. Our flashlights, lanterns and headlamps serve the mining, marine, industrial, fire, and manufacturing industries and they are used in some of the darkest, most challenging environments all over the world.   See it all.™

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Posted: Sep 6, 2021

PA Boy Holds Lemonade Stand to Raise Funds for Fire Apparatus

An 8-year-old boy decided to give his lemonade stand earnings to help the Friendship Fire Company’s efforts to get a new ladder truck, reports New York Post.

The Friendship Fire Company has been raising money for a new, $1.3 million ladder truck since at least June 18, 2020, according to a GoFundMe page.

In total, Andrew raised $200 to assist the fire department. He then hand-delivered the money he had raised to the Friendship Fire Company.

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Posted: Sep 6, 2021

Henderson (NV) Hosting Open House for Fire Station

A Henderson Fire Station will be hosting an open house at a fire station so that the community can meet the firefighters, reports 3 NBC News.

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Posted: Sep 6, 2021

Burlington (NC) Fire Department Responds to Vehicle Hitting Fire Station

Burlington, NC – On the afternoon of Sunday, September 5, 2021, a vehicle traveling north on Graham-Hopedale Road struck Burlington Fire Station #3 when it lost control attempting to make a turn onto Wilkins Street.

The vehicle struck a fence, the station’s heating, and air conditioning unit, as well as the station itself causing damage to the exterior wall. Fire department personnel were present inside station at the time of the accident and were unharmed. Fire department personnel then assessed the occupants for injuries, as well as the damage to the structure. The occupants and their dog were treated for non-life-threatening injuries on scene by fire department and Alamance County EMS personnel.

Damage to the structure is estimated at $15,000, which includes damage to the heating and air conditioning unit, the aforementioned fence, as well as structural damage to the wall where contact was made. The Burlington Fire Department was assisted by the Burlington Police Department and Alamance County EMS. The City of Burlington Building Maintenance Division was notified and was on scene quickly surveying the damage and ensuring the building was still safe for the fire personnel to remain in the station. The damage was substantial as noted, but will not displace fire department units or personnel, as station 3 will remain staffed with firefighters ready to respond to incidents as needed.

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