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Posted: Jun 19, 2020

Research Roundup: Predicting Susceptibility to COVID-19 and More

Every week there are numerous scientific studies published. Here’s a look at some of the more interesting ones: Researchers with the Cleveland Clinic developed a first risk prediction model for healthcare providers to predict an individual patient’s likelihood of a positive COVID-19 test, in addition to predicting their outcomes from the disease.
- PUB DATE: 6/19/2020 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: BioSpace
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Posted: Jun 19, 2020

Indianapolis Fire Department launches first-of-its-kind ‘Project Washout’ for professional gear cleaning

VIDEO: The Indianapolis Fire Department (IFD) has become the first fire department in the country to develop an in-house fire gear cleaning system. IFD said “Project Washout” integrates advanced ozone technology with comprehensive gear maintenance, management and repair. On Wednesday, IFD Chief Ernest Malone unveiled the new system which fire officials said “was created for the sole purpose of better protecting our suppression personnel and implementing cancer preventive initiatives, to help fight the unseen enemies our personnel face every day, including COVID19.
- PUB DATE: 6/19/2020 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WXIN-TV Fox 59 Indianapolis
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Posted: Jun 18, 2020

Wenatchee: Brush Fire Sparked Above Gun Club in Number 2 Canyon

A fast moving brush fire developed Thursday afternoon in the 2700 block of Number Two Canyon Road above the Gun Club and spread slowly to about 50 acres to the top of the ridge with Number One Canyon. The area near the fire in #2 Canyon is on a LEVEL 1 advisory for residents 1 mile up canyon and 1 mile down canyon of Gun Club.
- PUB DATE: 6/18/2020 6:07:57 PM - SOURCE: KPQ-AM 560
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Posted: Jun 18, 2020

Auburn Fire Department’s first female firefighter retires after 21 years

In her 21 years with the Auburn Fire Department and Valley Regional Fire Authority, Janeen Ruge, Auburn’s first female firefighter, delivered at least five babies and calmed many frightened patients. As a certified member of VRFA’s Technical Rescue Team, she plucked imperiled people from fast-moving waters, handled hazardous materials, and helped with structural collapses and rope rescues.
- PUB DATE: 6/18/2020 1:04:36 PM - SOURCE: Auburn Reporter
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Posted: Jun 18, 2020

Sale of fireworks in Clark County begins June 28; Use allowed in unincorporated areas July 4

Residents of Clark County can use fireworks to celebrate Independence Day in unincorporated parts of the county from 9 a.m. to midnight on July 4. “Even though fireworks are offered for sale starting on June 28, remember that they are not allowed to be used until July 4,” Interim Fire Marshal Dan Young said in a news release.
- PUB DATE: 6/18/2020 1:00:20 PM - SOURCE: TheReflector.com
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