Umatilla RFPD
The Umatilla RFPD is a combination department, meaning that a few hard-working paid people keep the district running, but we rely heavily on dedicated volunteers to truly get our mission done.
Our volunteers are trained to the same high standards as career, paid firefighters, but they're doing it outside of their normal daily activities.
Our volunteers come in all ages and sizes, and from many career fields like construction, corrections, administration, and medical fields.
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May 17, 2019
Prepare Your Home for Wildland Fires (Part 1 of 5)
VEGETATION MANAGEMENT
1. HOME IGNITION ZONES Limiting the amount of flammable vegetation, choosing fire-resistant building materials and construction techniques, along with periodic exterior maintenance in the three home ignition zones - increases the chances your home will survive a wildfire when exposed to embers and/or a surface fire. The zones include the Immediate Zone: 0 to 5 feet around the house; Intermediate Zone: 5 to 30 feet; and the Extended Zone: 30 to 100 feet.
2. LANDSCAPING AND MAINTENANCE To reduce ember ignitions and fire spread, trim branches that overhang the home, porch and deck and prune branches of large trees up to (depending on their height) 6 to 10 feet from the ground. Remove plants containing resins, oils and waxes and ensure mulches in the Immediate Zone (0 to 5 feet around the house) are non-combustible options like crushed stone and gravel. Maintain vegetation annually.
May 10, 2019
Scalding Safety (Part 2 of 2)
Have a “kid-free zone” of at least 3 feet around the stove and areas where hot food or drink is prepared or carried.
Open microwaved food slowly, away from the face.
Never hold a child while you are cooking, drinking a hot liquid, or carrying hot foods or liquids.
Never heat a baby bottle in a microwave oven.
Heat baby bottles in warm water from the faucet. Allow microwaved food to cool before eating.
Choose prepackaged soups whose containers have a wide base or, to avoid the possibility of a spill, pour the soup into a traditional bowl after heating.
Burn RX - Treat a burn right away. Cool the burn with cool water for 3–5 minutes. Cover with a clean, dry cloth. Get medical help if needed.
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