Filling the boot for the MDA
Last month, your Menlo Park Firefighters raised nearly $6,000 dollars for MDA and Jerry's Kids by filling fire boots with money. These efforts were led by veteran firefighter, Mike Sweeney, at the Corner of EL Camino Real and Ravenswood Ave near downtown. The firefighters came in from all three shifts, off duty with benevolence on their minds. This is annual event and we hope to see you drive by next year.
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MPFFA Filling the Boot for the MDA, 2011 |
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MPFFA SAFETY TIP
Vehicle Fires
In 2003-2007, U.S. fire departments responded to an average of 287,000 vehicle fires per year. These fires caused an estimated 480 civilian deaths, 1,525 civilian injuries and $1.3 billion in direct property damage annually.
Have your vehicles inspected at least annually by a trained, professional technician.
Watch for fluid leaks under vehicles, cracked or blistered hoses, or wiring that is loose, has exposed metal or has cracked insulation.
Avoid smoking. If you must smoke, use your vehicle ashtray.
If a fire occurs:
- Stop - If possible, pull to the side of the road and turn off the ignition. Pulling to the side makes it possible for everyone to get out of the vehicle safely. Turn off the ignition to shut off the electric current and stop the flow of gasoline. Put the vehicle in park or set the emergency brake; you don't want the vehicle to move after you leave it. Keep the hood closed because more oxygen can make the fire larger.
- Get Out - Make sure everyone gets out of the vehicle. Then move at least 100 feet away. Keep traffic in mind and keep everyone together. There is not only danger from the fire, but also from other vehicles moving in the area.
- Call for Help - Call 9-1-1 or the emergency number for your local fire department. Firefighters are specially trained to combat vehicle fires. Never return to the vehicle to attempt to fight the fire yourself. Vehicle fires can be tricky, even for firefighters.
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3rd Annual San Mateo City Firefighters Chili Cook Off
Menlo Park Firefighters would like to thank everyone that came out and supported us at the 3rd Annual San Mateo City Firefighters Chili Cook-Off. Once again we took 1st place with the "People's Choice" Award for best Chili with all of us dressing up like "Rock Stars." But the real winner was the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). Although the final numbers have not yet been counted we have been told by San Mateo City Firefighters that the event raised well over $30,000.00
Event Info
MPFFA at the Chili Cook Off for the MDA, 2011 |
