Chelan County Fire District 3 says that in response to the concerns over Covid-19, they are postponing the memorial service for Kimiko Nalle which was originally scheduled for Saturday. The ceremony will now take place Saturday, October 3rd. The Department says it is the day prior to National Fire Prevention Week and a fitting tribute to Nalle’s passion regarding fire prevention.
- PUB DATE: 3/12/2020 6:39:52 AM - SOURCE: KPQ-AM 560

Eleven Kirkland first responders have been released from after undergoing the 14-day quarantine period after being exposed to the coronavirus. As of March 10, there are still 29 firefighters and four police officers in quarantine after potential coronavirus (COVID-19) exposure. According to a city of Kirkland press release, Fire Station 21 remains inactive and is being used as a quarantine site for first responders, in addition to a second unidentified facility.
- PUB DATE: 3/12/2020 1:43:33 AM - SOURCE: Kirkland Reporter

VIDEO: Dr. Christopher Bosche was 44 when he died on Sept. 12th, 2017. His 3-year battle with cancer was linked to exposure while responding to Ground Zero following the terror attacks of September 11, 2001. State Rep. Brenda Shields (R-St. Joseph) said Bosche is one of three first responders from Missouri who died from illnesses linked to their response to 9/11.
- PUB DATE: 3/12/2020 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KTVI-TV FOX 2 St. Louis

PHOTOS: “Stress is the body’s reaction to harmful situations,” according to WebMd. “Stress can affect all aspects of your life, including your emotions, behaviors, thinking ability, and physical health. No part of the body is immune.” Working in stressful and intense situations can take their toll on police officers, firefighters and paramedics.
- PUB DATE: 3/12/2020 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: Hometown Source - Metered Site

Texas A&M University researchers have developed a flood prediction tool that can improve emergency response during hurricanes. The almost real-time device uses an algorithm to determine the flow of water with the help of information about a city’s architecture, drainage systems and flood gauges, according to a Texas A&M Engineering website news release.
- PUB DATE: 3/12/2020 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: The Eagle