Special Weather Statement
12/27/09 3:40 PM CST
National Weather Service Forecast Office, Norman, OK
SPSOUN for Jackson County, Kiowa County:
ACCUMULATING SNOW POSSIBLE THIS WEEK
http://bit.ly/7Lcmnm
Sunday, December 27, 2009
Hobart Fire 12/26/09
A large structure fire occurred on Saturday 12/26/09
in the Historic Downtown section of Hobart.
Dollar Depot was one fire, and several other buildings
including Boothe Drug Store and the Democrat Chief
newspaper were threatened as the fire raged on the
Southwest Corner of the Kiowa County Square.
Hobart Fire Department received and responded to
the call shortly before 5 pm. By 5 PM the Fire Dept
was asking for mutual aid from surrounding departments.
They were even asking for manpower from Clinton
and Altus.
In total around 10 Fire Departments responded to
assist with equipment and manpower.
Hobart Police Department and Kiowa County Sheriff's
Office provided security in the area to keep people
and traffic out of the area.
The Southwest Oklahoma Chapter of the
American Red Cross responded and provided
canteen operations to assist the Emergency Responders.
Canteen operations were conducted from the Methodist
Church. Thanks to Pastor Kyle for all your help !!!
The Red Cross would also like to thank Wal-Mart, Pizza Hut,
Pizza Time, Amatuer Radio Volunteers, and Red Cross Volunteers
for providing the food, drinks, and manpower for the canteen.
Firefighters was able to contain the fire to the one building, but felt
there would probably be some smoke, water, and heat damage
to surrounding structures. Execellent job guys !!!
Canteen Operations from the Red Cross ended at about 10 PM
and volunteers were released.
Cause of the Fire is under investigation by the State Fire Marshall
according to Chief Lankford and Kiowa County Sheriff Office.
in the Historic Downtown section of Hobart.
Dollar Depot was one fire, and several other buildings
including Boothe Drug Store and the Democrat Chief
newspaper were threatened as the fire raged on the
Southwest Corner of the Kiowa County Square.
Hobart Fire Department received and responded to
the call shortly before 5 pm. By 5 PM the Fire Dept
was asking for mutual aid from surrounding departments.
They were even asking for manpower from Clinton
and Altus.
In total around 10 Fire Departments responded to
assist with equipment and manpower.
Hobart Police Department and Kiowa County Sheriff's
Office provided security in the area to keep people
and traffic out of the area.
The Southwest Oklahoma Chapter of the
American Red Cross responded and provided
canteen operations to assist the Emergency Responders.
Canteen operations were conducted from the Methodist
Church. Thanks to Pastor Kyle for all your help !!!
The Red Cross would also like to thank Wal-Mart, Pizza Hut,
Pizza Time, Amatuer Radio Volunteers, and Red Cross Volunteers
for providing the food, drinks, and manpower for the canteen.
Firefighters was able to contain the fire to the one building, but felt
there would probably be some smoke, water, and heat damage
to surrounding structures. Execellent job guys !!!
Canteen Operations from the Red Cross ended at about 10 PM
and volunteers were released.
Cause of the Fire is under investigation by the State Fire Marshall
according to Chief Lankford and Kiowa County Sheriff Office.
Thursday, December 24, 2009
Oklahoma Blizzard 2009
Well the snow has ended across SW Oklahoma this evening,
but the impacts of the blizzard still continue, and will for the next
several days.
Electric Utility Providers continue to report many power outages
across the state. Approximately 500 remain without power in the
Tipton and Navajoe areas.
Roadways continue to be impassible due to snow and ice, or the
abandonded vehicles left in the roadways and ditches.
Gov. Brad Henry has declared a state of Emergency for all 77 counties
in the state, and a Presidential Declaration will probably be sought.
American Red Cross Chapters across the state are operating or assisting
with shelters. This is where you can help. As many are stranded during
their travels, or are without electric service and heat, your monetary
donation will help us provide shelters and food for those affected.
Please call 482-5303 or come by 905 N. Willard, Altus, OK to make your
donation. "Because help can't wait".
but the impacts of the blizzard still continue, and will for the next
several days.
Electric Utility Providers continue to report many power outages
across the state. Approximately 500 remain without power in the
Tipton and Navajoe areas.
Roadways continue to be impassible due to snow and ice, or the
abandonded vehicles left in the roadways and ditches.
Gov. Brad Henry has declared a state of Emergency for all 77 counties
in the state, and a Presidential Declaration will probably be sought.
American Red Cross Chapters across the state are operating or assisting
with shelters. This is where you can help. As many are stranded during
their travels, or are without electric service and heat, your monetary
donation will help us provide shelters and food for those affected.
Please call 482-5303 or come by 905 N. Willard, Altus, OK to make your
donation. "Because help can't wait".
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Winter Storm Warning
This weather bulletin is brought to you byKE5BPL...Steve and the National Weather Service
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//O.NEW.KOUN.WS.W.0004.091224T0000Z-091225T0000Z/
BLAINE-WASHITA-CADDO-HARMON-GREER-KIOWA-
INCLUDING THE CITIES OF...WATONGA...CORDELL...ANADARKO...HOLLIS...MANGUM...HOBART
247 PM CST WED DEC 23 2009...
WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM CST THURSDAY...
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN NORMAN HAS ISSUED A WINTER STORM WARNING FOR SNOW AND BLOWING SNOW...WHICH IS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM CST THURSDAY.
THE WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY ISNO LONGER IN EFFECT.
* TIMING: LATE TONIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY
* MAIN IMPACT: NEAR BLIZZARD CONDITIONS WITH SNOW AND BLOWING SNOW AND ACCUMULATION UP TO 4 INCHES ACROSS WEST CENTRAL AND SOUTHWEST OKLAHOMA.
* OTHER IMPACTS: INCREASINGLY BLUSTERY WINDS ON THURSDAY...WITH SOME BLOWING SNOW AND VERY LOW WIND CHILL TEMPERATURES. THERE IS ALSO A CHANCE OF FREEZING RAIN.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...A WINTER STORM WARNING MEANS SIGNIFICANT AMOUNTS OF SNOW...ARE EXPECTED. STRONG WINDS ARE ALSO EXPECTED. THIS WILL MAKETRAVEL HAZARDOUS.
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//O.NEW.KOUN.WS.W.0004.091224T0000Z-091225T0000Z/
BLAINE-WASHITA-CADDO-HARMON-GREER-KIOWA-
INCLUDING THE CITIES OF...WATONGA...CORDELL...ANADARKO...HOLLIS...MANGUM...HOBART
247 PM CST WED DEC 23 2009...
WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM CST THURSDAY...
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN NORMAN HAS ISSUED A WINTER STORM WARNING FOR SNOW AND BLOWING SNOW...WHICH IS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM CST THURSDAY.
THE WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY ISNO LONGER IN EFFECT.
* TIMING: LATE TONIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY
* MAIN IMPACT: NEAR BLIZZARD CONDITIONS WITH SNOW AND BLOWING SNOW AND ACCUMULATION UP TO 4 INCHES ACROSS WEST CENTRAL AND SOUTHWEST OKLAHOMA.
* OTHER IMPACTS: INCREASINGLY BLUSTERY WINDS ON THURSDAY...WITH SOME BLOWING SNOW AND VERY LOW WIND CHILL TEMPERATURES. THERE IS ALSO A CHANCE OF FREEZING RAIN.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...A WINTER STORM WARNING MEANS SIGNIFICANT AMOUNTS OF SNOW...ARE EXPECTED. STRONG WINDS ARE ALSO EXPECTED. THIS WILL MAKETRAVEL HAZARDOUS.
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Winter Weather Advisory
OKZ017-022-023-033>038-231830-/O.NEW.KOUN.WW.Y.0008.091224T0600Z-091225T0000Z/
BLAINE-WASHITA-CADDO-HARMON-GREER-KIOWA-JACKSON-TILLMAN-
COMANCHE-
INCLUDING THE CITIES OF...WATONGA...CORDELL...ANADARKO...HOLLIS...MANGUM...HOBART...ALTUS...
FREDERICK...LAWTON
421 AM CST WED DEC 23 2009...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 6 PM CST THURSDAY...
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN NORMAN HAS ISSUED A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY FOR FREEZING DRIZZLE...SNOW...AND BLOWING SNOW...WHICH IS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 6 PM CST THURSDAY.
* TIMING: LATE TONIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY
* MAIN IMPACT:* MAIN IMPACT: FREEZING DRIZZLE CHANGING TO LIGHT SNOW...WITH ACCUMULATION UP TO ONE INCH
* OTHER IMPACTS: INCREASINGLY BLUSTERY WINDS ON THURSDAY...WITH SOME BLOWING SNOW AND VERY LOW WIND CHILL TEMPERATURES
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY MEANS THAT PERIODS OF SNOW...SLEET...OR FREEZING RAIN WILL CAUSE TRAVEL DIFFICULTIES. BE PREPARED FOR SLIPPERY ROADS AND LIMITED VISIBILITIES...AND USE CAUTION WHILE DRIVING.
BLAINE-WASHITA-CADDO-HARMON-GREER-KIOWA-JACKSON-TILLMAN-
COMANCHE-
INCLUDING THE CITIES OF...WATONGA...CORDELL...ANADARKO...HOLLIS...MANGUM...HOBART...ALTUS...
FREDERICK...LAWTON
421 AM CST WED DEC 23 2009...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 6 PM CST THURSDAY...
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN NORMAN HAS ISSUED A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY FOR FREEZING DRIZZLE...SNOW...AND BLOWING SNOW...WHICH IS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 6 PM CST THURSDAY.
* TIMING: LATE TONIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY
* MAIN IMPACT:* MAIN IMPACT: FREEZING DRIZZLE CHANGING TO LIGHT SNOW...WITH ACCUMULATION UP TO ONE INCH
* OTHER IMPACTS: INCREASINGLY BLUSTERY WINDS ON THURSDAY...WITH SOME BLOWING SNOW AND VERY LOW WIND CHILL TEMPERATURES
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY MEANS THAT PERIODS OF SNOW...SLEET...OR FREEZING RAIN WILL CAUSE TRAVEL DIFFICULTIES. BE PREPARED FOR SLIPPERY ROADS AND LIMITED VISIBILITIES...AND USE CAUTION WHILE DRIVING.
Saturday, August 15, 2009
Our Website Has Been Updated
The Chapters website has been recreated
in Dreamweaver CS3 and uploaded to the
webserver.
The old website was created in FrontPage
which is no longer supported. The decission
was made to switch servers and software
to a more up to date software, and a server
we could access easily.
We are still working out a few bugs, but the
majority of the website is complete.
Click on the article title above to go to
the website.
in Dreamweaver CS3 and uploaded to the
webserver.
The old website was created in FrontPage
which is no longer supported. The decission
was made to switch servers and software
to a more up to date software, and a server
we could access easily.
We are still working out a few bugs, but the
majority of the website is complete.
Click on the article title above to go to
the website.
Thursday, August 13, 2009
SWOARC assists at structure fire
The Chapter responded to a call for assistance
from the Altus Fire Department at approximately
1:30 this morning at an apartment complex fire
at Forrest and Liveoak. Families and individuals
from nine (9) apartments were being displaced
due to damage and utility disruption.
Rosalyn Hall, Steve Grayson, and Lloyd Colston
all responded to the scene and were able to help
the displaced residents with temporary shelter
in area hotel/motel.
Client Casework continues at the time of this post.
The Chapter so far has been able to meet all the
needs of the clients.
from the Altus Fire Department at approximately
1:30 this morning at an apartment complex fire
at Forrest and Liveoak. Families and individuals
from nine (9) apartments were being displaced
due to damage and utility disruption.
Rosalyn Hall, Steve Grayson, and Lloyd Colston
all responded to the scene and were able to help
the displaced residents with temporary shelter
in area hotel/motel.
Client Casework continues at the time of this post.
The Chapter so far has been able to meet all the
needs of the clients.
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Softball Tournament Canceled
The Southwest Oklahoma Chapter announced this afternoon that the the
2nd annual Slug Fest Co-ed Softball Tournamnet has been canceled.
According to Rosalyn Hall, Executive Director, there were only three teams
that had signed up and paid their entry fee prior to the deadline this afternoon.
John Valenzuela, Disaster Servies Director, and tournament coordinator said
they need at least 5 or 6 teams to sign up to make the tournament feasible.
With the shortfall of teams to sign up, Chapter officials decided to cancel the event
at approximately 4 o'clock this afternoon.
Rosalyn Hall said they may try to reschedule the tournament later in the year,
and said that most people in the Chapters Service Area (Greer, Harmon,
Jackson, and Kiowa Counties) were extremely busy this week with back to
schools activities across the Chapters service area
2nd annual Slug Fest Co-ed Softball Tournamnet has been canceled.
According to Rosalyn Hall, Executive Director, there were only three teams
that had signed up and paid their entry fee prior to the deadline this afternoon.
John Valenzuela, Disaster Servies Director, and tournament coordinator said
they need at least 5 or 6 teams to sign up to make the tournament feasible.
With the shortfall of teams to sign up, Chapter officials decided to cancel the event
at approximately 4 o'clock this afternoon.
Rosalyn Hall said they may try to reschedule the tournament later in the year,
and said that most people in the Chapters Service Area (Greer, Harmon,
Jackson, and Kiowa Counties) were extremely busy this week with back to
schools activities across the Chapters service area
Monday, August 10, 2009
H1N1 "Swine" Flu update
The title above will link you to the government website.
With the approach of the fall season, and schools starting, there is a renewed concern for an outbreak of the H1N1 (Swine) flu virus.
General precautions is good hygeine practices. Wash hands often with soap and water. Cough into your elbow. Other precautions are listed at www.flu.gov or just click on the title above.
If you have flu symptoms....STAY AT HOME. You should not return to work or school until 24 hours after fever has broken.
Remember to wash those hands, and wash often.
With the approach of the fall season, and schools starting, there is a renewed concern for an outbreak of the H1N1 (Swine) flu virus.
General precautions is good hygeine practices. Wash hands often with soap and water. Cough into your elbow. Other precautions are listed at www.flu.gov or just click on the title above.
If you have flu symptoms....STAY AT HOME. You should not return to work or school until 24 hours after fever has broken.
Remember to wash those hands, and wash often.
School starts this week
Schools around Southwest Oklahoma start this week. Kids will be walking and riding bicycles to get to and from schools.
Please remember to watch for kids as they make their way to and from school. Please use extra precautions as you drive.
If you notice anything unusual in the area, or witness womething that is unsafe, please contact the local Police Dept or School Officials.
Please remember to watch for kids as they make their way to and from school. Please use extra precautions as you drive.
If you notice anything unusual in the area, or witness womething that is unsafe, please contact the local Police Dept or School Officials.
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Severe Weather Possible
Click on article title to see NWS webpage.
Severe weather is once again possible in Southwestern Oklahoma.
The slow moving storm system is headed this way and we could see
rain beginning Thursday.
Severe Weather could begin Thursday afternoon. The big severe
weathre day looks to be Friday.
Please monitor the weather very closely the next two or three days.
It pays to be weather wize, get a kit, and have a plan.
You can get current data from NWS by clicking on the link above, or at
these links below.
www.altusem.us
www.twitter.com/altusem
Severe weather is once again possible in Southwestern Oklahoma.
The slow moving storm system is headed this way and we could see
rain beginning Thursday.
Severe Weather could begin Thursday afternoon. The big severe
weathre day looks to be Friday.
Please monitor the weather very closely the next two or three days.
It pays to be weather wize, get a kit, and have a plan.
You can get current data from NWS by clicking on the link above, or at
these links below.
www.altusem.us
www.twitter.com/altusem
Friday, April 10, 2009
Fires Out ???
Most of the fires across central Oklahoma were extinguished today. But not after
doing several millions of dollars in damage.
At least 100 homes and business were destroyed in the outbreak of wildfires
across central parts of the state.
Fires continue to burn in South Central Oklahoma in the Carter County area.
Red Cross Chapters as well as our VOAD partners continue to operate
shelters in several areas including Duncan, Midwest City, and Nicoma Park.
Much needed rain is in the forecast for late Saturday night and Sunday. This too
comes with a price. Along with the forecast of rain, it appears there will be a risk of
severe weather across the southern 1/3 of Oklahoma.
This will include all counties in the Chapter Service area. People
are asked to monitor local media, Weatehr Radio, and any other means
of keeping track of the weather this week-end.
A good way to do this is to keep up with the Altus Emergency Management
on their blog at www.altusem.us or follow them on twitter at
www.twitter.com/altusem
doing several millions of dollars in damage.
At least 100 homes and business were destroyed in the outbreak of wildfires
across central parts of the state.
Fires continue to burn in South Central Oklahoma in the Carter County area.
Red Cross Chapters as well as our VOAD partners continue to operate
shelters in several areas including Duncan, Midwest City, and Nicoma Park.
Much needed rain is in the forecast for late Saturday night and Sunday. This too
comes with a price. Along with the forecast of rain, it appears there will be a risk of
severe weather across the southern 1/3 of Oklahoma.
This will include all counties in the Chapter Service area. People
are asked to monitor local media, Weatehr Radio, and any other means
of keeping track of the weather this week-end.
A good way to do this is to keep up with the Altus Emergency Management
on their blog at www.altusem.us or follow them on twitter at
www.twitter.com/altusem
Central Oklahoma Wildfires
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has
approved a Fire Management Grant for the Oklahoma Wildfires
that occurred yesterday.
FMAG Disaster number 2808 was approved under the name
Oklahoma Midwest Choctaw Fire.
This will allow local officials to be re-imbursed for approved
expenses they incurred while responding to or fighting the
wildfires.
It is very important that accurate records be kept when responing to
emergency or disaster situations in case a Federal Disaster Declaration
in approved. By doing so, you are documenting your expenses, and may
qualify for re-imbursement. Without the documentation, you guarantee
that you will not receive re-imbursement.
For more information about disaster relief, contact the local chapter
at 482-5303 or www.swoarc.org or contact Altus Emergency Management
at 482-8336. You can also follow them on twitter at www.twitter.com/altusem
or view their blog at www.altusem.us
approved a Fire Management Grant for the Oklahoma Wildfires
that occurred yesterday.
FMAG Disaster number 2808 was approved under the name
Oklahoma Midwest Choctaw Fire.
This will allow local officials to be re-imbursed for approved
expenses they incurred while responding to or fighting the
wildfires.
It is very important that accurate records be kept when responing to
emergency or disaster situations in case a Federal Disaster Declaration
in approved. By doing so, you are documenting your expenses, and may
qualify for re-imbursement. Without the documentation, you guarantee
that you will not receive re-imbursement.
For more information about disaster relief, contact the local chapter
at 482-5303 or www.swoarc.org or contact Altus Emergency Management
at 482-8336. You can also follow them on twitter at www.twitter.com/altusem
or view their blog at www.altusem.us
SWOARC on Stand-by
SWOARC is on standby to assist other chapters in Central Oklahoma
with response to the wildfires that occurred yesterday (Thurs 4/9/09).
Fires destroyed many acres of grassland, homes, outbuildings, vehicles,
and anything else in the its path.
Just east of the Dryline in far Eastern Oklahoma, a few tornado's were
experienced. I have not seen or heard any damage reports from the
tornado's in Oklahoma as of yet. I have seen and heard a little from
Mena Arkansas.
News Media is reporting this morning at 7:30 that all fires are out.
Many people in the Midwest City and Chotaw area lost homes.
Several structures we damaged or lost in Stephens Co as well.
Southwest Oklahoma Chapter remains on standby to assist should the
need arise.
For more information, call John at the chapter office 482-5303.
To help those affected by the wildfires, Red Cross needs your help. Make a
donation to the local disaster relief fund at http://www.swoarc.org/helpnow/index.htm
with response to the wildfires that occurred yesterday (Thurs 4/9/09).
Fires destroyed many acres of grassland, homes, outbuildings, vehicles,
and anything else in the its path.
Just east of the Dryline in far Eastern Oklahoma, a few tornado's were
experienced. I have not seen or heard any damage reports from the
tornado's in Oklahoma as of yet. I have seen and heard a little from
Mena Arkansas.
News Media is reporting this morning at 7:30 that all fires are out.
Many people in the Midwest City and Chotaw area lost homes.
Several structures we damaged or lost in Stephens Co as well.
Southwest Oklahoma Chapter remains on standby to assist should the
need arise.
For more information, call John at the chapter office 482-5303.
To help those affected by the wildfires, Red Cross needs your help. Make a
donation to the local disaster relief fund at http://www.swoarc.org/helpnow/index.htm
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Extreme Wildfire Danger
Click on article name to see lastest info from National Weather Service.
The National Weather Service in Norman has issued a Red Flag Warning for most of
Southwest Oklahoma and North Texas.
A Red Flag Warning means that extreme wildfire conditions with strong winds,
low humidities, and warm temps will make it extremely difficult to extinguish or
gain control of a wild fire.
Please use extreme caution outdoors today and remain aware of possible
fire warnings. Follow Altus Emergency Management at www.twitter.com/altusem
or www.altusem.us for the latest and up to date info.
For more information about wildfire preparedness call the Southwest Oklahoma Chapter
at 482-5303 or come by to see us at 905 N. Willard Street, Altus, OK or visit the web site
below.
http://www.redcross.org/portal/site/en/menuitem.86f46a12f382290517a8f210b80f78a0/?vgnextoid=3bade6fd784ea110VgnVCM10000030f3870aRCRD&vgnextfmt=default
The National Weather Service in Norman has issued a Red Flag Warning for most of
Southwest Oklahoma and North Texas.
A Red Flag Warning means that extreme wildfire conditions with strong winds,
low humidities, and warm temps will make it extremely difficult to extinguish or
gain control of a wild fire.
Please use extreme caution outdoors today and remain aware of possible
fire warnings. Follow Altus Emergency Management at www.twitter.com/altusem
or www.altusem.us for the latest and up to date info.
For more information about wildfire preparedness call the Southwest Oklahoma Chapter
at 482-5303 or come by to see us at 905 N. Willard Street, Altus, OK or visit the web site
below.
http://www.redcross.org/portal/site/en/menuitem.86f46a12f382290517a8f210b80f78a0/?vgnextoid=3bade6fd784ea110VgnVCM10000030f3870aRCRD&vgnextfmt=default
Monday, April 6, 2009
Wheeler, Texas Wildfire
Large wildfires were reported over the weekend. The closest to us was at
Wheeler, Texas (called the Magic City Fire TX-TXS-990075) which burned about
15,000 acres since Saturday.
8 Homes and 26 outbuildings burned, and an unknown number of cattle
have died. 2 firefighters were treated for smoke inhalation.
Communications was hampered by the power outages in the area. Landlines
and Cellular phones were not working. Radio communications and Satellite was
about the only way to pass a message.
Texas Forest Service advised that over 40 Fire Departments had responded to the
Fire by Saturday evening. Air support was unavailable until late in the evening due to
the winds. 2 large air tankers and 2 SEATs were able to assist late in the evening.
The Nursing Home and Hospital were evacuated to Shamrock, Canadian, and Elk City.
Residents were asked to evacuate to Elk City as Well. I talked to Patty at
Western Oklahoma Capter late in the evening and she advised that 80 people
had signed into the shelter at Elk City and the Baptist Church was preparing
meals.
The evacuation order was lifted Saturday evening and residents were allowed to return
home. Texas Forest Service also advised that the Highways in the area had been reopened.
With the evacuation order lifted, everyone left, and Patty was able to close shelter operations.
On Sunday, the fire continued to burn, but electric crews were able to restore power
to the town of Wheeler around 1:30 PM. No new loss of structures or injuries reported.
As of about 10 PM Sunday night, the fire continued to burn.
Wheeler, Texas (called the Magic City Fire TX-TXS-990075) which burned about
15,000 acres since Saturday.
8 Homes and 26 outbuildings burned, and an unknown number of cattle
have died. 2 firefighters were treated for smoke inhalation.
Communications was hampered by the power outages in the area. Landlines
and Cellular phones were not working. Radio communications and Satellite was
about the only way to pass a message.
Texas Forest Service advised that over 40 Fire Departments had responded to the
Fire by Saturday evening. Air support was unavailable until late in the evening due to
the winds. 2 large air tankers and 2 SEATs were able to assist late in the evening.
The Nursing Home and Hospital were evacuated to Shamrock, Canadian, and Elk City.
Residents were asked to evacuate to Elk City as Well. I talked to Patty at
Western Oklahoma Capter late in the evening and she advised that 80 people
had signed into the shelter at Elk City and the Baptist Church was preparing
meals.
The evacuation order was lifted Saturday evening and residents were allowed to return
home. Texas Forest Service also advised that the Highways in the area had been reopened.
With the evacuation order lifted, everyone left, and Patty was able to close shelter operations.
On Sunday, the fire continued to burn, but electric crews were able to restore power
to the town of Wheeler around 1:30 PM. No new loss of structures or injuries reported.
As of about 10 PM Sunday night, the fire continued to burn.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Prepare for Disasters
With wildfire season here, and spring storm season around the corner, its time to check and exercise your disaster plans for your family.
Are you ready ???
Prepare for Events
Hurricanes, earthquakes, forest fires – make sure you and your family are prepared when disaster strikes your area. Find out what disasters occur in your geographic area and make sure that you have the appropriate supplies and information.
http://www.redcross.org/portal/site/en/menuitem.d8aaecf214c576bf971e4cfe43181aa0/?vgnextoid=92d51a53f1c37110VgnVCM1000003481a10aRCRD&vgnextfmt=default
Get a kit. Make a Plan. Be prepared.
The Federal Government recommends that each person should be self sufficient for 72 hours
or longer after a disaster strikes. This gives local, state, and federal resources time to get into the area. Your kit should contain items for personal hygeine, food, water, medicines, important documents, money (cash), and others to help you make it through the 72 hours.
Volunteer
Contact your local red Cross and volunteer. We have opportunities to fit whatever skills you may have, and whatever shedule you may need. Call the Southwest Oklahoma Chapter at 482-5303.
Donate
Disaster Response and recovery takes a lot of resources. Many agencies are usually involved in the long term recovery. The American Red Cross is usually the only agency that helps with immediate needs, such as food, clothing, shelter. These immediate needs are met by donations from people like you. Please donate to the Local Chapter Disaster Releif Fund. This fund is used for local disasters like a single family house fire. For more information about this type of donation visit www.swoarc.org or http://american.redcross.org/site/PageServer?pagename=ntld_main&s_subsrc=RCO_RedTab&s_src=DRF Sometimes help can't wait.
Be READY!
Listen to the latest news and information from loacal media, and local officials. Altus Emergency Management has a blog with a wealth of information at www.altusem.us You can also follow
Altus EM at www.twitter.com/altusem for up to the minute information.
For more information contact the Southwest Oklahoma Chapter of the American Red Cross at 482-5303 or come by 905 N. Willard, Altus, OK 73521 or visit us on the web at www.swoarc.org
For information about Altus Emergency Management, go to www.altusem.us or call 482-8333
Are you ready ???
Prepare for Events
Hurricanes, earthquakes, forest fires – make sure you and your family are prepared when disaster strikes your area. Find out what disasters occur in your geographic area and make sure that you have the appropriate supplies and information.
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Get a kit. Make a Plan. Be prepared.
The Federal Government recommends that each person should be self sufficient for 72 hours
or longer after a disaster strikes. This gives local, state, and federal resources time to get into the area. Your kit should contain items for personal hygeine, food, water, medicines, important documents, money (cash), and others to help you make it through the 72 hours.
Volunteer
Contact your local red Cross and volunteer. We have opportunities to fit whatever skills you may have, and whatever shedule you may need. Call the Southwest Oklahoma Chapter at 482-5303.
Donate
Disaster Response and recovery takes a lot of resources. Many agencies are usually involved in the long term recovery. The American Red Cross is usually the only agency that helps with immediate needs, such as food, clothing, shelter. These immediate needs are met by donations from people like you. Please donate to the Local Chapter Disaster Releif Fund. This fund is used for local disasters like a single family house fire. For more information about this type of donation visit www.swoarc.org or http://american.redcross.org/site/PageServer?pagename=ntld_main&s_subsrc=RCO_RedTab&s_src=DRF Sometimes help can't wait.
Be READY!
Listen to the latest news and information from loacal media, and local officials. Altus Emergency Management has a blog with a wealth of information at www.altusem.us You can also follow
Altus EM at www.twitter.com/altusem for up to the minute information.
For more information contact the Southwest Oklahoma Chapter of the American Red Cross at 482-5303 or come by 905 N. Willard, Altus, OK 73521 or visit us on the web at www.swoarc.org
For information about Altus Emergency Management, go to www.altusem.us or call 482-8333
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Fire Ant Quarantine
Click on article name to go to Tulsa World Article.
A new article in the Tulsa World shows 12 more counties have been added to the original 9 counties under a quarantine due to Fire Ants.
The quarantine includes soil, plants with soil attached, grass sod, used soil moving equipment, hay and straw.
Jackson, Tilman, and Comanche counties are included in the quarantine in this area.
Click on the article name above to read more.
A new article in the Tulsa World shows 12 more counties have been added to the original 9 counties under a quarantine due to Fire Ants.
The quarantine includes soil, plants with soil attached, grass sod, used soil moving equipment, hay and straw.
Jackson, Tilman, and Comanche counties are included in the quarantine in this area.
Click on the article name above to read more.
Preparing for a House Fire
Click on article name to go to the Red Cross Web Site for more info.
Make Your Home "Fire Safe"
Smoke alarms save lives. Install a smoke alarm outside each sleeping area and on each additional level of your home.
If people sleep with doors closed, install smoke alarms inside sleeping areas, too.
Use the test button to check each smoke alarm once a month. When necessary, replace batteries immediately. Replace all batteries once a year.
Vacuum away cobwebs and dust from your smoke alarms monthly.
Smoke alarms become less sensitive over time. Replace your smoke alarms every ten years.
Consider having one or more working fire extinguishers in your home. Get training from the fire department in how to use them.
Consider installing an automatic fire sprinkler system in your home.
Plan Your Escape Routes
Determine at least two ways to escape from every room of your home.
Consider escape ladders for sleeping areas on the second or third floor. Learn how to use them and store them near the window.
Select a location outside your home where everyone would meet after escaping.
Practice your escape plan at least twice a year.
Escape Safely
Once you are out, stay out! Call the fire department from a neighbor's home.
If you see smoke or fire in your first escape route, use your second way out. If you must exit through smoke, crawl low under the smoke to your exit.
If you are escaping through a closed door, feel the door before opening it. If it is warm, use your second way out.
If smoke, heat, or flames block your exit routes, stay in the room with the door closed. Signal for help using a bright-colored cloth at the window. If there is a telephone in the room, call the fire department and tell them where you are.
Contact your Local Red Cross Chapter for more information on home fire prevention and safety.
www.swoarc.org 482-5303 905 N. Willard, Altus, OK 73521
Make Your Home "Fire Safe"
Smoke alarms save lives. Install a smoke alarm outside each sleeping area and on each additional level of your home.
If people sleep with doors closed, install smoke alarms inside sleeping areas, too.
Use the test button to check each smoke alarm once a month. When necessary, replace batteries immediately. Replace all batteries once a year.
Vacuum away cobwebs and dust from your smoke alarms monthly.
Smoke alarms become less sensitive over time. Replace your smoke alarms every ten years.
Consider having one or more working fire extinguishers in your home. Get training from the fire department in how to use them.
Consider installing an automatic fire sprinkler system in your home.
Plan Your Escape Routes
Determine at least two ways to escape from every room of your home.
Consider escape ladders for sleeping areas on the second or third floor. Learn how to use them and store them near the window.
Select a location outside your home where everyone would meet after escaping.
Practice your escape plan at least twice a year.
Escape Safely
Once you are out, stay out! Call the fire department from a neighbor's home.
If you see smoke or fire in your first escape route, use your second way out. If you must exit through smoke, crawl low under the smoke to your exit.
If you are escaping through a closed door, feel the door before opening it. If it is warm, use your second way out.
If smoke, heat, or flames block your exit routes, stay in the room with the door closed. Signal for help using a bright-colored cloth at the window. If there is a telephone in the room, call the fire department and tell them where you are.
Contact your Local Red Cross Chapter for more information on home fire prevention and safety.
www.swoarc.org 482-5303 905 N. Willard, Altus, OK 73521
Friday, March 27, 2009
Plan and Prepare
Winter Weather is not done with us yet. Blizzard type conditions are being expierenced
in the Panhandles of Oklahoma and Texas, and Southeast Colorado, and Eastern
New Mexico.
ARE YOU READY ???
Make a plan, get a kit, be prepared.
According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, it is each
persons responsibility to plan for local emergencies and disasters.
Make a plan.... There are several websites, brochures, and books available to help
a person or family prepare a plan.
Get a Kit........ There are several websites, brochures, and books available to help
a person or family prepare and aquire items for a 72 hour kit.
The kit should contain items needed for each person in the
household to survive 72 hours without assistance.
Be Prepared..... Listen to the local media and follow the advise and requests of
Local Officials.
In Altus, follow Altus EM of twitter at www.twitter.com/altusem
or their blog at www.altusem.us for up to date information.
For more information about Winter Storms go to www.swoarc.org or call the Chapter
Office at 482-5303, or come by the Office at 905 N. Willard, Altus, OK.
in the Panhandles of Oklahoma and Texas, and Southeast Colorado, and Eastern
New Mexico.
ARE YOU READY ???
Make a plan, get a kit, be prepared.
According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, it is each
persons responsibility to plan for local emergencies and disasters.
Make a plan.... There are several websites, brochures, and books available to help
a person or family prepare a plan.
Get a Kit........ There are several websites, brochures, and books available to help
a person or family prepare and aquire items for a 72 hour kit.
The kit should contain items needed for each person in the
household to survive 72 hours without assistance.
Be Prepared..... Listen to the local media and follow the advise and requests of
Local Officials.
In Altus, follow Altus EM of twitter at www.twitter.com/altusem
or their blog at www.altusem.us for up to date information.
For more information about Winter Storms go to www.swoarc.org or call the Chapter
Office at 482-5303, or come by the Office at 905 N. Willard, Altus, OK.
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