tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-47752573065899197792024-03-04T22:39:05.978-08:00Cowlitz County Emergency ManagementCowlitz County Sheriff's Office
Department of Emergency ManagementCowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.comBlogger1229125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-83990920652528767122016-07-19T09:06:00.001-07:002016-07-19T09:06:30.921-07:00Blog HackedIt appears our blog has been hacked, so for the time being we are going to suspend this account until we can investigate further.Cowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-14807600434007701112016-07-08T07:12:00.002-07:002016-07-08T07:12:45.082-07:00Paving Ahead!
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<b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 18pt;">Summer kicks off paving projects in Cowlitz
and Wahkiakum counties </span></b><o:p></o:p></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14pt;">Work to resurface more than 32 miles of
highway on SR 4, SR 411 and SR 432 begins July 11</span></i><o:p></o:p></div>
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KELSO – Time and tires have taken
their toll on state highways in Cowlitz and Wahkiakum counties, but help is on
the way. The Washington State Department of Transportation’s contractor,
Granite Construction Company, will start work to repair the worn and damaged
pavement next week. <o:p></o:p><br />
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“These stretches of roadway are
showing their age with cracks and ruts lining the highway,” said WSDOT Project
Engineer Joanna Lowrey. “We appreciate drivers planning ahead and bearing with
us while we do this important work.”<o:p></o:p><br />
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<b>About the projects</b><o:p></o:p><br />
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<a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNzA3LjYxMjc3NjgxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDcwNy42MTI3NzY4MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2ODgwOTY2JmVtYWlsaWQ9Z3JlZW53dEB3c2RvdC53YS5nb3YmdXNlcmlkPWdyZWVud3RAd3Nkb3Qud2EuZ292JnRhcmdldGlkPSZmbD0mbXZpZD0mZXh0cmE9JiYm&&&100&&&http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/projects/sr4/kandollrdvictowvalleycrkbridge/"><span style="color: blue;">SR
4: Kandoll Road to the West Valley Creek Bridge</span></a> <o:p></o:p></div>
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Beginning Monday, July 11, crews
will resurface nearly13 miles of existing pavement on State Route 4,
between Kandoll Road and east of Ingalls Road through Cowlitz and
Wahkiakum counties. The highway will receive a new coat of oil and gravel chips
with this $1.6 million project.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNzA3LjYxMjc3NjgxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDcwNy42MTI3NzY4MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2ODgwOTY2JmVtYWlsaWQ9Z3JlZW53dEB3c2RvdC53YS5nb3YmdXNlcmlkPWdyZWVud3RAd3Nkb3Qud2EuZ292JnRhcmdldGlkPSZmbD0mbXZpZD0mZXh0cmE9JiYm&&&101&&&http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/Projects/SR411/firstavetoi5pavement/default.htm"><span style="color: blue;">SR
411: First Avenue SW to Interstate 5</span></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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Beginning Monday, July 11, crews
will resurface more than 12 miles of pavement on State Route 411 between
Longview and Castle Rock. This $2.4 million project includes intersection,
crosswalk and striping enhancements along the corridor. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNzA3LjYxMjc3NjgxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDcwNy42MTI3NzY4MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2ODgwOTY2JmVtYWlsaWQ9Z3JlZW53dEB3c2RvdC53YS5nb3YmdXNlcmlkPWdyZWVud3RAd3Nkb3Qud2EuZ292JnRhcmdldGlkPSZmbD0mbXZpZD0mZXh0cmE9JiYm&&&102&&&http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/projects/sr432/sr4toindustrialwaypaving/"><span style="color: blue;">SR
432: SR 4 to 3rd Avenue</span></a> <o:p></o:p></div>
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Beginning Monday, July 11, crews
will resurface more than 7 miles of pavement on State Route 432, from SR 4
to 3rd Avenue in Kelso. As part of this $2.5 million dollar project crews
will also replace more than 60 broken and unstable concrete panels under the
pavement surface.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>What can drivers expect during
construction? </b><o:p></o:p></div>
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During all three projects, drivers
should add extra time to their trips and prepare for delays due to lane and
travel restrictions. WSDOT offers a variety of tools to help drivers:<o:p></o:p></div>
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information</span></a> is available on the Construction Update & Travel
Advisory. <o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNzA3LjYxMjc3NjgxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDcwNy42MTI3NzY4MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2ODgwOTY2JmVtYWlsaWQ9Z3JlZW53dEB3c2RvdC53YS5nb3YmdXNlcmlkPWdyZWVud3RAd3Nkb3Qud2EuZ292JnRhcmdldGlkPSZmbD0mbXZpZD0mZXh0cmE9JiYm&&&104&&&https://service.govdelivery.com/accounts/wadot/subscriber/new"><span style="color: blue;">Sign
up </span></a>to receive email updates about these projects and other WSDOT
news. <o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Get real-time traffic information with the WSDOT <a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNzA3LjYxMjc3NjgxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDcwNy42MTI3NzY4MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2ODgwOTY2JmVtYWlsaWQ9Z3JlZW53dEB3c2RvdC53YS5nb3YmdXNlcmlkPWdyZWVud3RAd3Nkb3Qud2EuZ292JnRhcmdldGlkPSZmbD0mbXZpZD0mZXh0cmE9JiYm&&&105&&&http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/Inform/mobile.htm"><span style="color: blue;">mobile
app</span></a> and by following WSDOT’s regional <a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNzA3LjYxMjc3NjgxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDcwNy42MTI3NzY4MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2ODgwOTY2JmVtYWlsaWQ9Z3JlZW53dEB3c2RvdC53YS5nb3YmdXNlcmlkPWdyZWVud3RAd3Nkb3Qud2EuZ292JnRhcmdldGlkPSZmbD0mbXZpZD0mZXh0cmE9JiYm&&&106&&&https://twitter.com/wsdot_sw"><span style="color: blue;">Twitter
feed</span></a>.Work on these projects is weather dependent and scheduled for
completion in fall 2016.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
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<strong><span style="color: black; font-size: 11pt;">The End Result</span></strong><span style="color: black; font-size: 11pt;"> This work will preserve highway
infrastructure and extend the useful life of the highways. It also creates
safer driving conditions for the thousands of travelers who use these stretches
of roadway each day.</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">SR 4 project information: <a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNzA3LjYxMjc3NjgxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDcwNy42MTI3NzY4MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2ODgwOTY2JmVtYWlsaWQ9Z3JlZW53dEB3c2RvdC53YS5nb3YmdXNlcmlkPWdyZWVud3RAd3Nkb3Qud2EuZ292JnRhcmdldGlkPSZmbD0mbXZpZD0mZXh0cmE9JiYm&&&107&&&http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/projects/sr4/kandollrdvictowvalleycrkbridge/"><span style="color: blue;">www.wsdot.wa.gov/projects/sr4/kandollrdvictowvalleycrkbridge/</span></a>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">SR 411 project information: <a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNzA3LjYxMjc3NjgxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDcwNy42MTI3NzY4MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2ODgwOTY2JmVtYWlsaWQ9Z3JlZW53dEB3c2RvdC53YS5nb3YmdXNlcmlkPWdyZWVud3RAd3Nkb3Qud2EuZ292JnRhcmdldGlkPSZmbD0mbXZpZD0mZXh0cmE9JiYm&&&108&&&http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/Projects/SR411/firstavetoi5pavement/"><span style="color: blue;">www.wsdot.wa.gov/Projects/SR411/firstavetoi5pavement/</span></a>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">SR 432 project information: <a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNzA3LjYxMjc3NjgxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDcwNy42MTI3NzY4MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2ODgwOTY2JmVtYWlsaWQ9Z3JlZW53dEB3c2RvdC53YS5nb3YmdXNlcmlkPWdyZWVud3RAd3Nkb3Qud2EuZ292JnRhcmdldGlkPSZmbD0mbXZpZD0mZXh0cmE9JiYm&&&109&&&http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/projects/sr432/sr4toindustrialwaypaving/"><span style="color: blue;">www.wsdot.wa.gov/projects/sr432/sr4toindustrialwaypaving/</span></a>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Southwest Region Construction Update and Travel Advisory:
<a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNzA3LjYxMjc3NjgxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDcwNy42MTI3NzY4MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2ODgwOTY2JmVtYWlsaWQ9Z3JlZW53dEB3c2RvdC53YS5nb3YmdXNlcmlkPWdyZWVud3RAd3Nkb3Qud2EuZ292JnRhcmdldGlkPSZmbD0mbXZpZD0mZXh0cmE9JiYm&&&110&&&http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/regions/southwest/construction/"><span style="color: blue;">www.wsdot.wa.gov/regions/southwest/construction/</span></a>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Sign up to receive project updates: <a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNzA3LjYxMjc3NjgxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDcwNy42MTI3NzY4MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2ODgwOTY2JmVtYWlsaWQ9Z3JlZW53dEB3c2RvdC53YS5nb3YmdXNlcmlkPWdyZWVud3RAd3Nkb3Qud2EuZ292JnRhcmdldGlkPSZmbD0mbXZpZD0mZXh0cmE9JiYm&&&111&&&https://service.govdelivery.com/accounts/wadot/subscriber/new"><span style="color: blue;">https://service.govdelivery.com/accounts/wadot/subscriber/new</span></a>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">WSDOT mobile app: <a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNzA3LjYxMjc3NjgxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDcwNy42MTI3NzY4MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2ODgwOTY2JmVtYWlsaWQ9Z3JlZW53dEB3c2RvdC53YS5nb3YmdXNlcmlkPWdyZWVud3RAd3Nkb3Qud2EuZ292JnRhcmdldGlkPSZmbD0mbXZpZD0mZXh0cmE9JiYm&&&112&&&http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/Inform/mobile.htm"><span style="color: blue;">www.wsdot.wa.gov/Inform/mobile.htm</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></li>
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Cowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-58340617885425394932016-07-06T08:47:00.000-07:002016-07-06T08:47:01.527-07:00Is Your Pet Prepared?
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your household should be prepared for disasters. That means pets, too!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;">Just
as you would create a disaster supply kit for yourself, be sure to also
assemble one for your pet. In addition to having enough food and water to
last at least three days, the <a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNjMwLjYwOTU2ODMxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDYzMC42MDk1NjgzMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3NzYxMjU2JmVtYWlsaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ1c2VyaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ0YXJnZXRpZD0mZmw9JmV4dHJhPU11bHRpdmFyaWF0ZUlkPSYmJg==&&&102&&&https://www.ready.gov/animals"><em><span style="color: #0078ae; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Ready </span></em><span style="color: #0078ae;">Campaign</span></a>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Medicines
and medical records</span></b><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">: Keep an extra supply of
medicines your pet takes on a regular basis in a waterproof container as well
as records with any instructions; <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Collar with
ID tag, harness or leash:</span></b><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> Your pet
should wear a collar with its rabies tag and identification at all
times. Include a backup leash, collar, and ID tag in your
pet’s emergency supply kit; <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Crate or
other pet carrier:</span></b><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> If you need to evacuate in an
emergency, take your pets and animals with you; and <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Sanitation:</span></b><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> Include pet litter and litter box if appropriate,
newspapers, paper towels, plastic trash bags, and household chlorine bleach
to provide for your pet’s sanitation needs. You can use bleach as a
disinfectant (dilute nine parts water to one part bleach), or in an emergency
you can also use it to <a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNjMwLjYwOTU2ODMxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDYzMC42MDk1NjgzMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3NzYxMjU2JmVtYWlsaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ1c2VyaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ0YXJnZXRpZD0mZmw9JmV4dHJhPU11bHRpdmFyaWF0ZUlkPSYmJg==&&&103&&&https://www.citizencorps.fema.gov/cc/goodbye.do?url=https://www.epa.gov/ground-water-and-drinking-water/emergency-disinfection-drinking-water"><span style="color: #0078ae;">purify water</span></a>. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<em><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;">Note: </span></em><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;"><a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNjMwLjYwOTU2ODMxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDYzMC42MDk1NjgzMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3NzYxMjU2JmVtYWlsaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ1c2VyaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ0YXJnZXRpZD0mZmw9JmV4dHJhPU11bHRpdmFyaWF0ZUlkPSYmJg==&&&104&&&http://www.fema.gov/media-library-data/20130726-1622-20490-1649/householdchemicalsfactsheet_final.pdf"><em><span style="color: #0078ae; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Please store chlorine bleach safely</span></em></a><em><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif";">! Keep products containing
hazardous materials such as chlorine bleach in their original containers and
never remove the labels; never store hazardous products in food containers;
and never mix chlorine bleach with any other household cleaning products.
Mixing may cause chemicals to react, ignite, explode, or release poisonous
gases that will cause very serious breathing problems or death.</span></em>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;">For the full list of items you
should include in your pet’s kit, download<em><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif";">
</span></em><a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNjMwLjYwOTU2ODMxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDYzMC42MDk1NjgzMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3NzYxMjU2JmVtYWlsaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ1c2VyaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ0YXJnZXRpZD0mZmw9JmV4dHJhPU11bHRpdmFyaWF0ZUlkPSYmJg==&&&105&&&http://www.fema.gov/media-library-data/1392389819026-75460345a2f4adcc5418a1da7cb25eef/2014_PrinterFriendly_PetOwners.pdf"><em><span style="color: #0078ae; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">Preparing Makes Sense for Pet Owners</span></em></a><em><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif";"> </span></em>today!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;">Keep your pet prepared while on
the go using the American Red Cross <a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNjMwLjYwOTU2ODMxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDYzMC42MDk1NjgzMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3NzYxMjU2JmVtYWlsaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ1c2VyaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ0YXJnZXRpZD0mZmw9JmV4dHJhPU11bHRpdmFyaWF0ZUlkPSYmJg==&&&106&&&https://www.citizencorps.fema.gov/cc/goodbye.do?url=http://www.redcross.org/get-help/prepare-for-emergencies/mobile-apps"><span style="color: #0078ae;">Pet First Aid mobile app</span></a>. Use this app to
help your furry friends during emergencies until you can get to a
veterinarian. It’s available for download on Apple and Android devices. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Cowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-37865535049393836432016-07-01T08:44:00.001-07:002016-07-01T08:44:47.462-07:00Fireworks Safety
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the best way to enjoy fireworks is from a distance. <strong><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif";">Leave the fireworks to the
professionals!</span></strong><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;"><o:p> </o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;">Fireworks are often used to mark
holidays and special events. While these displays may be visually appealing,
they present dangers for consumer use. According to the Consumer Product
Safety Commission (CPSC), hundreds of people are injured each Fourth of July
while using consumer fireworks, including sparklers and firecrackers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;">Get the facts about fireworks
safety to share with family and friends. Take a look at this <a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNjMwLjYwOTU2ODMxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDYzMC42MDk1NjgzMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3NzYxMjU2JmVtYWlsaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ1c2VyaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ0YXJnZXRpZD0mZmw9JmV4dHJhPU11bHRpdmFyaWF0ZUlkPSYmJg==&&&100&&&https://www.citizencorps.fema.gov/cc/goodbye.do?url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RJ8T0gvgfik"><span style="color: #0078ae;">fireworks safety video</span></a> and visit the <a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNjMwLjYwOTU2ODMxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDYzMC42MDk1NjgzMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3NzYxMjU2JmVtYWlsaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ1c2VyaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ0YXJnZXRpZD0mZmw9JmV4dHJhPU11bHRpdmFyaWF0ZUlkPSYmJg==&&&101&&&https://www.citizencorps.fema.gov/cc/goodbye.do?url=http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Safety-Education/Safety-Education-Centers/Fireworks/"><span style="color: #0078ae;">CPSC Fireworks Information Center</span></a>. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Cowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-10396799480860302652016-06-21T09:56:00.002-07:002016-06-21T09:56:34.574-07:00Don't Take to the Trails Without These 10 EssentialsThe key to keeping a hike safe and enjoyable is making sure you have the right gear.<br />
<ul>
<li><strong>Trail shoes</strong> or boots</li>
<li><strong>GPS, map and compass</strong>. A GPS enabled device is handy, but go old-school too. Always carry a map and compass as a backup should your electronic device die or should the unit be unable to pick up a signal</li>
<li><strong>Extra water</strong> and way to purify water should you run out and need to use lake or stream water.</li>
<li><strong>Rain gear </strong>and extra clothing. Try to avoid cotton, which keeps moisture close to your skin.</li>
<li><strong>Safety items</strong>--such as flashlight, whistle and a way to start a fire.</li>
<li><strong>Extra food</strong></li>
<li><strong>First aid kit</strong></li>
<li><strong>Knife or multi-purpose tool</strong></li>
<li><strong>Sunscreen and sunglasses</strong></li>
<li><strong>Daypack/Backpack</strong></li>
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Cowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-29550923301309207122016-06-07T09:02:00.001-07:002016-06-07T09:02:52.576-07:00Know Your Role in Wildland Fire Preparedness<em>You can take steps to improve your safety and potentially reduce damage to your property by taking personal responsibility and action!</em><br />
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<strong>READY</strong>: Dispose of or relocate combustible material from around your home. Trim trees and bushes to allow ample space between your home and landscape vegetation. <br />
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<strong>SET: </strong>Arrange your "go kit" with prescription medication, emergency supplies, important documents and other essential items. Create your own wildland fire action plan, involve your family and practice exit plans from your home and from your neighborhood.<br />
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<strong>GO: </strong>Get your "go kit" and leave well before the threat approaches. Stay aware of the situation and cooperate with local authorities during evacuation and re-entry processes. <br />
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<em>From <a href="http://www.wildlandfirersg.org/">www.wildlandfirersg.org</a></em><br />
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<strong></strong>Cowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-91471246407379570582016-06-01T08:15:00.001-07:002016-06-01T08:15:15.535-07:00Register for free boating class<div class="subscriber-only">
The last free Adventures in Boating certification course until fall, sponsored by the Cowlitz County Sheriff’s Office Marine Division, takes place from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, June 4, at the Cowlitz County Search and Rescue Building, 1800 Western Lane, Kelso. Early registration is suggested because classes fill up quickly.</div>
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Participants who take the one-day class will be certified to operate a vessel in Washington. Classes are open to anyone who needs to obtain a Washington State Boaters Education Card.</div>
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All vessel operators 59 years old and younger must have a Washington Boaters Education Card to operate a vessel in the state. For additional information and resources, visit <em>www.<a href="http://www.boatered.org/" target="_blank" title="http://www.boatered.org"><span style="color: #4175aa;">boatered.org</span></a></em>.</div>
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To register for the class, call Deputy Jordan Spencer at 360-577-3092 or send an email to <a href="mailto:spencerj@co.cowlitz.wa.us"><span style="color: #4175aa;">spencerj@co.cowlitz.wa.us</span></a>.</div>
Cowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-2837745099655077872016-05-26T12:48:00.001-07:002016-05-26T12:48:54.287-07:00Grilling Safety
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be <a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNTI2LjU5NTM4MzExJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDUyNi41OTUzODMxMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3NzE3MTExJmVtYWlsaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ1c2VyaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ0YXJnZXRpZD0mZmw9JmV4dHJhPU11bHRpdmFyaWF0ZUlkPSYmJg==&&&100&&&http://www.citizencorps.fema.gov/cc/goodbye.do?url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gk2qrBOYtSY"><span style="color: #0078ae;">firing up their grills</span></a> this Memorial Day
weekend and throughout the summer. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;">With
grilling season set to be in full force, take time to review a few safety
tips from the <a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNTI2LjU5NTM4MzExJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDUyNi41OTUzODMxMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3NzE3MTExJmVtYWlsaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ1c2VyaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ0YXJnZXRpZD0mZmw9JmV4dHJhPU11bHRpdmFyaWF0ZUlkPSYmJg==&&&101&&&https://www.usfa.fema.gov/downloads/pdf/publications/infographic_grilling_fire_safety.pdf"><span style="color: #0078ae;">U.S. Fire Administration</span></a> (USFA) to protect
yourself and your guests from a fire or burn injuries:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Only use
your grill outside;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Keep it
away from siding and deck rails;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Keep a
3-foot safe zone around your grill to keep kids and pets safe; <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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grill after each use to remove grease, which can start a fire;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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coals from your grill in a metal can with a lid once they have cooled;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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gas grill before lighting; and <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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on your grill fire pit or patio torches. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;">Before
you fire up your grill, <a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNTI2LjU5NTM4MzExJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDUyNi41OTUzODMxMSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3NzE3MTExJmVtYWlsaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ1c2VyaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ0YXJnZXRpZD0mZmw9JmV4dHJhPU11bHRpdmFyaWF0ZUlkPSYmJg==&&&102&&&http://www.citizencorps.fema.gov/cc/goodbye.do?url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gk2qrBOYtSY"><span style="color: #0078ae;">check out USFA’s animation on grilling safety</span></a>. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Cowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-72408616587998177482016-05-12T12:11:00.005-07:002016-05-12T12:11:46.498-07:00May is Volcano Preparedness Month in Washington State
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">VANCOUVER, Washington — May is Volcano
Preparedness Month in Washington, providing residents an opportunity to become
more familiar with volcanic hazards in their communities and learn about steps
they can take to reduce potential impacts. It is a time to commemorate the May
18, 1980 catastrophic eruption of Mount St. Helens, which not only caused
massive destruction and loss of life but also became a catalyst for a new era
of unprecedented scientific discovery, technology development and community
awareness.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">The Washington Military Department’s Emergency
Management Division, Washington State Department of Natural Resources, the
Pacific Northwest Seismic Network, the U.S. Geological Survey’s <a href="http://volcanoes.usgs.gov/observatories/cvo/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Cascades
Volcano Observatory</span></a> and a variety of local emergency management agencies
are working together </span>with communities at risk across the state <span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">to provide timely warnings and reduce the
negative impacts of future eruptions. Together, the agencies develop and
exercise emergency plans with communities, coordinate communications, conduct
public education programs and plan for short- and long-term recovery in the
event an eruption or lahar should occur.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"> </span><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">On Sunday, May 18, 1980, at 8:32 a.m., the bulging
north flank of <a href="http://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/st_helens/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Mount St. Helens</span></a> slid away in a massive landslide. Seconds
later, the uncorked volcano exploded and blasted rocks laterally, destroying
centuries of forest growth in a span of several minutes. Nine hours of
explosive volcanic activity ensued, altering the landscape, and what we know
about volcanoes, forever.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"> </span><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Volcano Preparedness Month arrives this year as an
<a href="http://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/st_helens/monitoring_map.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">earthquake swarm</span></a> is underway at Mount St. Helens,
indicating that the volcano remains active. USGS’s seismic data have shown
since 2010 that the quiet Mount St. Helens has a new supply of magma slowly
repressurizing the magma chamber beneath the mountain. </span><span style="color: #333333;">As was observed at Mount St. Helens between 1987-2004,
recharge can continue for many years beneath a volcano and an eruption is not
imminent.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
<span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Univers 67 Condensed Bold","serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN;">Preparing
for future eruptions</span><o:p></o:p><br />
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">New this year is funding for aerial lidar images,
which display ground features in spectacular detail and ease the work of
ground-based geologists. A Colombia-USA binational exchange is in progress
between officials of the two nations responsible for volcano preparedness and
interpretation. Volcano emergency coordination plans are being updated at Mount
Rainier. Agencies are developing new products for public education
presentations, as well as posting signs in communities.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">The USGS CVO, the </span><a href="http://pnsn.org/" target="_blank"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="color: blue;">PNSN</span></span></a><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"> and the National Science
Foundation-funded EarthScope <a href="http://www.earthscope.org/science/observatories/pbo" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Plate
Boundary Observatory</span></a> work to improve eruption forecasting and warning
capabilities for Cascade volcanoes as part of the </span><a href="http://volcanoes.usgs.gov/publications/2009/nvews.php" target="_blank"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="color: blue;">National Volcanic Early Warning System</span></span></a><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">. They continue to monitor Mount St.
Helens and other volcanoes in the Cascade Range for signs of unrest. The
monitoring network operated by USGS and PNSN enhances the likelihood of
detecting preliminary signs of increasing volcanic activity at any of the
Cascade Range volcanoes.</span><o:p></o:p><br />
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">The </span><a href="http://volcanoes.usgs.gov/observatories/cvo/" target="_blank"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="color: blue;">USGS</span></span><span lang="EN" style="color: windowtext; mso-ansi-language: EN; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"> </span><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="color: blue;">CVO website</span></span></a> <span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">has information about Volcano Preparedness Month
events, as well as the USGS volcano-monitoring program and the hazards in the
Washington and Oregon. Register for weekly updates and occasional Information
Statements from the </span><a href="http://volcanoes.usgs.gov/observatories/cvo/cvo_volcano_updates.html" target="_blank"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="color: blue;">USGS Volcano
Notification Service.</span></span></a><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">
</span><o:p></o:p><br />
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Find information updates about volcanoes and read
about science in action at </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/USGSVolcanoes" target="_blank"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="color: blue;">USGS Volcanoes on Facebook</span></span></a><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">PNSN tracks earthquake activity in the Cascadia
region including those under the Cascade Volcanoes on their </span><a href="http://pnsn.org/volcanoes" target="_blank"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="color: blue;">Volcano Seismicity web pages</span></span></a><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">.</span><o:p></o:p><br />
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Washington state’s </span><a href="http://mil.wa.gov/emergency-management-division/hazards/volcano" target="_blank"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="color: blue;">Emergency Management
Division website</span></span></a><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"> has a
section about the state’s volcanoes as well as volcano preparedness measures.
There are also educational materials for children on its </span><a href="http://mil.wa.gov/other-links/publications" target="_blank"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="color: blue;">publication section</span></span></a><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">. Follow the agency’s </span><a href="https://twitter.com/waemd" target="_blank"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="color: blue;">Twitter feed</span></span></a><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"> for breaking news and information.</span><o:p></o:p><br />
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">DNR’s Division of Geology and Earth Resources has </span><a href="http://www.dnr.wa.gov/programs-and-services/geology/explore-popular-geology" target="_blank"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="color: blue;">developed a new
website</span></span></a><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"> and a </span><a href="https://washingtonstategeology.wordpress.com/2016/05/02/may-is-volcano-preparedness-month/" target="_blank"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="color: blue;">blog</span></span></a><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"> that include </span><a href="http://www.dnr.wa.gov/ResearchScience/Topics/GeologicHazardsMapping/Pages/volcanoes.aspx" target="_blank"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="color: blue;">maps, assessments
and other information</span></span></a><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"> to
inform landowners, residents, community planners and emergency personnel about
the risks related to </span><a href="http://www.dnr.wa.gov/ResearchScience/Topics/GeosciencesData/Pages/geology_portal.aspx" target="_blank"><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="color: blue;">volcanoes, lahars</span></span></a><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"> and other natural hazards in Washington
state. DNR will also be producing more detailed maps of lahar zones and
geologic hazards near communities from new lidar images taken this spring under
a program created by the Washington legislature.</span><o:p></o:p><br />
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"> </span><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;">Eruptions at Mount St. Helens have demonstrated
the importance of scientists working in close partnership with emergency and
land management agencies to prepare for future eruptions. That includes
installation of comprehensive monitoring networks, developing and practicing
emergency plans, and supporting community education.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"> </span><span lang="EN" style="mso-ansi-language: EN;"><a href="https://www.usgs.gov/news/new-scientist-charge-usgs-cascades-volcano-observatory" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Seth Moran</span></a>, scientist-in-charge at the USGS CVO, notes,
“We’ve seen from other volcanic eruptions that scientists and public officials
must work together in response planning well before a volcanic eruption begins.
We cannot wait around for indications of volcanic reawakening. Our work together
needs to be done now.”</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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USGS provides science for a changing world. Visit <a href="http://usgs.gov/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">USGS.gov</span></a>, and follow us on Twitter <a href="http://twitter.com/USGS" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">@USGS</span></a>, and our other <a href="http://usgs.gov/socialmedia" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">social media channels</span></a>.<o:p></o:p><br />
Cowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-51833091357289124872016-04-14T08:21:00.002-07:002016-04-14T08:21:23.716-07:00Free Boat InspectionsAttention Boat Owners:<br /> It’s that time of year again. The weather will start to get nice and the local rivers and lakes will soon be booming with sport and recreational boats. The Cowlitz County Sheriff’s Office would like to extend an invitation to all boat and personal watercraft owners. Come out to the Willow Grove Boat launch or the Kalama Marina on Saturday June 4th, between the hours of 10AM and 2PM for your free marine vessel safety inspection. <br /> <br />
Each vessel that passes inspection will receive their 2016 Marine Safety Decal. Additional boating information will also be available.<br /> <br />
For additional information contact Dep. Jordan Spencer at the Cowlitz County Sheriff’s Office at 360-577-3092Cowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-17879364895557819182016-04-07T11:08:00.001-07:002016-04-07T11:08:00.551-07:00Are your documents in order?
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;">Many
Americans experience the challenge of rebuilding their lives after a disaster
or other emergency. In these stressful circumstances, having access to personal
financial, insurance, medical, and other records is crucial for starting the
process of recovery quickly and efficiently. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;">Taking
the time now to <a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNDA3LjU3NDc5MjYxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDQwNy41NzQ3OTI2MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3NjU1NjIwJmVtYWlsaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ1c2VyaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ0YXJnZXRpZD0mZmw9JmV4dHJhPU11bHRpdmFyaWF0ZUlkPSYmJg==&&&103&&&https://www.ready.gov/financial-preparedness"><span style="color: #0078ae;">collect and secure these critical records</span></a> will
give you peace of mind. In the event of an emergency, it will also ensure that
you have the documentation needed to start the recovery process without delay. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;">The
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help you financially prepare if a disaster or other emergency strikes your
community. The EFFAK contains four important steps to financial preparedness: <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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your important documents and contacts;</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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your insurance policies and financial paperwork to be sure that they are still
accurate and current;</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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paper and electronic copies of all files in safe locations; and</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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and update your EFFAK on a regular schedule. (Updates are especially important
when certain changes in your life occur, like a change in marital status, birth
of a child, and opening or closing accounts.)<br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" />
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;">April
is Financial Literacy Month. This month is a great opportunity to review and
update your EFFAK. You can <a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTYwNDA3LjU3NDc5MjYxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE2MDQwNy41NzQ3OTI2MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3NjU1NjIwJmVtYWlsaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ1c2VyaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ0YXJnZXRpZD0mZmw9JmV4dHJhPU11bHRpdmFyaWF0ZUlkPSYmJg==&&&105&&&http://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/94715"><span style="color: #0078ae;">find more financial preparedness resources</span></a><span style="background: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);"> online. </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
Cowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-3634606839774535912016-03-13T09:40:00.001-07:002016-03-13T09:40:19.194-07:00High Wind Warning<span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19.32px;">The High wind warning includes Cowlitz County today. Strongest winds should be between 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. with gusts between 35 mph and 50 mph. Entire forecast from the National Weather Service:</span><a href="https://inws.ncep.noaa.gov/a/a.php?i=1226145" rel="nofollow" style="background-color: white; color: #3b5998; cursor: pointer; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19.32px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">https://inws.ncep.noaa.gov/a/a.php?i=1226145</a>Cowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-1831502446605666812016-03-11T08:17:00.001-08:002016-03-11T08:19:05.038-08:00Check those smoke detectors!<div data-block="true" data-offset-key="6uihf-0-0">
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Cowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-91645985926804983912016-02-05T12:52:00.001-08:002016-02-05T12:52:15.025-08:00Volcano Views and Brews
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<strong><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 26pt;">Major
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<strong><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14pt;">Missoula
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Corbel","sans-serif";">This unique event celebrates the Institute's and Water
Resouces Education Center's shared 20th anniversaries and remembers
the historic flood of 1996 that occurred mere weeks before the Water
Center's opening! Attendees are also encourage to view the Vanport
and Columbia River floods exhibit on the first floor of the Water
Center. Food and beverages (non-alcoholic and beer) will be available
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<strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Corbel","sans-serif";">Lecture Description</span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Corbel","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Corbel","sans-serif";">The Portland-Vancouver area has been shaped by many
floods over several million years. The majority of the landforms were
formed in a series of 40 floods that brought water into the area at
velocities over 50 mph and shaped the area. Major erosional valleys,
pendant bars of sediments, and deposits owe their origin to these
floods called the Missoula Floods. Much of the talk will be about
these events which are some of the greatest geological happenings in
North America's history. In 1948, an incredible flood caused the
flooding of Oregon's second largest city, Vanport, which was in the
Columbia River Flood Plain. And finally, in 1996, the area had
another rain on snow event that caused a huge set of floods in the
area. Come hear Prof. Scott Burns of Portland State University talk
about these three major floods.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Corbel","sans-serif";">Scott Burns Biography</span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Corbel","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Corbel","sans-serif";">Scott is a Professor Emeritus of Geology and
Past-Chair of the Dept. of Geology at Portland State University where
he just finished his 25th year of teaching. He was also Associate
Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at P.S.U. from
1997-1999. He has been teaching for 45 years, with past positions in
Switzerland, New Zealand, Washington, Colorado and Louisiana. He is a
6th generation Oregonian who grew up in Beaverton. Scott specializes
in environmental and engineering geology, geomorphology, soils, and
Quaternary geology. In Oregon, he has assisted with projects
involving landslides and land use, environmental cleanup of service
stations, slope stability, earthquake hazard mapping, Missoula
Floods, paleosols, loess soil stratigraphy, radon generation from
soils, the distribution of heavy metals and trace elements in Oregon
soils and alpine soil development. He has been active in mapping
landslides in the Pacific Northwest since his return to Portland. He
has authored over 100 publications, including "Cataclysms on the
Columbia, the Great Missoula Floods." He is also well known for
his long history studying wine and terroir - the relationship between
wine, soils, geology and climate.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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volcanic topics began in 2007 and continues every month. Fascinating
topics, lively speakers as well as excellent food and libations make
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Cowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-42870643416831321472016-02-03T08:02:00.001-08:002016-02-03T08:02:53.726-08:00Fire SafetyMost home fires occur in the kitchen while cooking and are the leading cause of injuries from fire. Common causes of fires at night are carelessly discarded cigarettes, sparks from fireplaces without spark screens or glass doors, and heating appliances left too close to furniture or other combustibles. These fires can be particularly dangerous because they may smolder for a long period before being discovered by sleeping residents.<br />
Home fires are preventable! The following are simple steps that each of us can take to prevent a tragedy.<br />
<strong>Cooking</strong><br />
<ul>
<li>Stay in the kitchen when you are frying, grilling, or broiling food. If you leave the kitchen for even a short period of time, turn off the stove.</li>
<li>Wear short, close-fitting or tightly rolled sleeves when cooking.</li>
<li>Do not cook if you are sleepy, have been drinking alcohol, or have taken medicine that makes you drowsy.</li>
<li>Keep children away from cooking areas by enforcing a "kid-free zone" of 3 feet around the stove.</li>
<li>Position barbecue grills at least 10 feet away from siding and deck railings, and out from under eaves and overhanging branches.</li>
</ul>
<strong>Smoking</strong><br />
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<li>If you smoke, smoke outside. Most home fires caused by smoking materials start inside the home. Put your cigarettes out in a can filled with sand.</li>
<li>Make sure cigarettes and ashes are out. The cigarette really needs to be completely stubbed out in an ashtray. Soak cigarette butts and ashes in water before throwing them away. Never toss hot cigarette butts or ashes in the trash can.</li>
<li>Check for cigarette butts. Chairs and sofas catch on fire fast and burn fast. Don't put ashtrays on them. If people have been smoking in the home, check for cigarettes under cushions.</li>
<li>Never smoke in a home where oxygen is used, even if it is turned off. Oxygen can be explosive and makes fire burn hotter and faster.</li>
<li>Be alert - don’t smoke in bed! If you are sleepy, have been drinking, or have taken medicine that makes you drowsy, put your cigarette out first.</li>
</ul>
<strong>Electrical and Appliance Safety</strong><br />
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<li>Frayed wires can cause fires. Replace all worn, old or damaged appliance cords immediately and do not run cords under rugs or furniture.</li>
<li>Buy electrical products evaluated by a nationally recognized laboratory, such as Underwriters Laboratories (UL).</li>
<li>If an appliance has a three-prong plug, use it only in a three-slot outlet. Never force it to fit into a two-slot outlet or extension cord.</li>
<li>Use electrical extension cords wisely; never overload extension cords or wall sockets.</li>
<li>Immediately shut off, then professionally replace, light switches that are hot to the touch and lights that flicker.</li>
</ul>
<strong>Portable Space Heaters</strong><br />
<ul>
<li>Keep combustible objects at least three feet away from portable heating devices.</li>
<li>Buy only heaters evaluated by a nationally recognized laboratory, such as Underwriters Laboratories (UL).</li>
<li>Check to make the portable heater has a thermostat control mechanism, and will switch off automatically if the heater falls over.</li>
<li>Check with your local fire department on the legality of kerosene heater use in your community.</li>
<li>Only use crystal clear K-1 kerosene in kerosene heaters. Never overfill it. Use the heater in a well-ventilated room.</li>
</ul>
<strong>Fireplaces and Woodstoves</strong><br />
<ul>
<li>Inspect and clean woodstove pipes and chimneys annually and check monthly for damage or obstructions.</li>
<li>Never burn trash, paper, or green wood.</li>
<li>Use a fireplace screen heavy enough to stop rolling logs and big enough to cover the entire opening of the fireplace to catch flying sparks.</li>
<li>Make sure the fire is completely out before leaving the house or going to bed.</li>
<li>Store cooled ashes in a tightly sealed metal container outside the home.</li>
</ul>
<strong>Children</strong><br />
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<li>Take the mystery out of fire play by teaching children that fire is a tool, not a toy.</li>
<li>Store matches and lighters out of children's reach and sight, preferably in a locked cabinet.</li>
<li>Teach children not to pick up matches or lighters they may find. Instead, they should tell an adult immediately.</li>
<li>Never leave children unattended near operating stoves or burning candles, even for a short time.</li>
<li>Check under beds and in closets for burned matches, evidence your child may be playing with fire.</li>
</ul>
Cowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-61295165711292476972016-01-26T11:08:00.002-08:002016-01-26T11:08:43.187-08:00Cowlitz County Search and Rescue DonationsWe've received lots of questions about phone and mail solicitations from Cowlitz County Search and Rescue. These are not from our group, they are from a third party fundraising organization and the dontation gets distributed around the state. To ensure that 100% of your donation goes to Cowlitz County Search and Rescue, please use their website: <a href="http://www.cowlitzsar.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.cowlitzsar.org/</a> or call our office at 360 577-3130 for more information.Cowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-5112123288975125662015-12-22T09:52:00.002-08:002015-12-22T09:52:47.283-08:00Storm Update from KLOG<h2 class="page-title">
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Work continues on dozens of power outages and road blockages that were caused by yesterday’s windstorm in the local area, an event that downed trees all over Cowlitz County. PUD line crews and road crews have been on the move since about 1:30 yesterday afternoon, when the winds first hit. Large swaths of the county are still without power, and PUD officials say that it still may be several hours before repairs are complete. The latest numbers show that about 15,000 PUD customers got knocked out yesterday, and that number was cut to about 2,000 by this morning. Some of the damage resembled the 1962 Columbus Day storm, with trees falling onto houses and cars in multiple locations around the region. At this point, there are no reports of injury connected to this damage. The Cowlitz PUD says work is continuing as quickly and as safely as possible, to try and get power restored to everyone. City and county road crews are also working as quickly as possible to clear trees and limbs from the streets. Be aware and be patient as these crews work to restore electricity and road access.<br />
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The peak wind gust recorded in this area was 46 miles an hour, recorded at 2:15 pm at the Southwest Washington Regional Airport in Kelso. There was also a 46 mile-an-hour gust in Lexington, 34 miles an hour in Longview, 31 miles an hour in Kalama, 23 miles an hour in Castle Rock, 29 miles an hour at the station next to the Lewis and Clark Bridge, and 64 miles an hour up on Abernathy Mountain. <br />
Longview was particularly hard-hit, with a number of large trees coming down; if a city-owned tree has come down onto your home or vehicle, you’re advised to call 442-5803 to file a report and to get on the list for removal. Trees in the planting strips along city streets are owned by Longview, and city crews will be responsible for their removal. Again, call 442-5803 if a City of Longview-owned tree came down onto your home or your vehicle.<br />
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There’s actually a name for yesterday’s weather event, which the Weather Service describes as “straight-line winds.” They say that these straight-line winds are generated by thunderstorms, but they aren’t associated with rotation, like a tornado. They’re associated with the “outflow and downdraft” components of a thunderstorm. NWS officials say that these winds can cause the same kind of damage as a tornado, but all of that damage falls in the same general direction. These winds are also called “Derechos,” and can be much more devastating than yesterday’s event. </div>
Cowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-68718373964510445532015-12-21T16:32:00.000-08:002015-12-21T16:32:27.097-08:00What Are Straight Line Winds?Wondering what on Earth that wind storm was all about today? According to the National Weather Service, what we experienced is called "straight line winds." To learn more about this weather phenomenon click here: <a href="http://www.crh.noaa.gov/Image/dvn/downloads/quickfacts_Straightline_Wind_Derecho.pdf">http://www.crh.noaa.gov/Image/dvn/downloads/quickfacts_Straightline_Wind_Derecho.pdf</a>Cowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-25100476500309495952015-12-21T13:30:00.000-08:002015-12-21T13:30:04.955-08:00Recognizing Frostbite
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start of winter begins December 21, but some parts of the country are already
experiencing severe winter weather. According to the Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention (CDC), serious health problems can result from
prolonged exposure to the cold. One of the most common problems is frostbite.
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;">Frostbite is an injury to the body
caused by freezing, and most often affects the nose, ears, cheeks, chin,
fingers, or toes. <a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTUxMjE3LjUyOTIyNzUxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE1MTIxNy41MjkyMjc1MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2NzgxNTE0JmVtYWlsaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ1c2VyaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ0YXJnZXRpZD0mZmw9Jm12aWQ9JmV4dHJhPSYmJg==&&&103&&&http://www.citizencorps.fema.gov/cc/goodbye.do?url=http://emergency.cdc.gov/disasters/winter/staysafe/frostbite.asp"><span style="color: #0078ae;">Signs of frostbite</span></a> include: <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;">If you detect symptoms of
frostbite, seek medical care immediately. If medical care is not available, <a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTUxMjE3LjUyOTIyNzUxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE1MTIxNy41MjkyMjc1MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2NzgxNTE0JmVtYWlsaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ1c2VyaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ0YXJnZXRpZD0mZmw9Jm12aWQ9JmV4dHJhPSYmJg==&&&104&&&http://www.citizencorps.fema.gov/cc/goodbye.do?url=http://emergency.cdc.gov/disasters/winter/staysafe/frostbite.asp"><span style="color: #0078ae;">follow these important tips</span></a> from the CDC,
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;">For more information about
frostbite and how to prevent it, <a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTUxMjE3LjUyOTIyNzUxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE1MTIxNy41MjkyMjc1MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2NzgxNTE0JmVtYWlsaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ1c2VyaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ0YXJnZXRpZD0mZmw9Jm12aWQ9JmV4dHJhPSYmJg==&&&105&&&http://www.citizencorps.fema.gov/cc/goodbye.do?url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N6Fq4RkWe7s&feature=youtu.be"><span style="color: #0078ae;">check out this video</span></a> from the National
Weather Service. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Cowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-21305702095483191152015-12-17T12:33:00.002-08:002015-12-17T12:33:49.197-08:00Updated Weather ForecastThe Department of Emergency Management attended another briefing from the National Weather Service today. They didn’t make any changes to the rainfall total, however, they did make a revision to their wind forecast. <br />
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The Lower Columbia area can expect gusty conditions beginning around 6:00 p.m. tonight and lasting until 2:00 a.m. Gusts are expected to be anywhere 30-45 mph. This is also when we can expect the period of heaviest rain. The rain will begin to taper off tomorrow.<br />
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The Cowlitz River was downgraded from “Flooding Possible” to “River to Monitor.”Cowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-79922542574661998692015-12-17T09:18:00.000-08:002015-12-17T09:18:00.066-08:00Is Your Vehicle Ready for Winter?
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prepared your home for winter weather; now it’s time to prepare your car.
Seasonal changes also mean changes to your emergency supply kit.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;"><a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTUxMjA5LjUyNTIxMjQxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE1MTIwOS41MjUyMTI0MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2Nzc3NzA4JmVtYWlsaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ1c2VyaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ0YXJnZXRpZD0mZmw9Jm12aWQ9JmV4dHJhPSYmJg==&&&101&&&http://www.community.fema.gov/"><span style="color: #0078ae;">America’s PrepareAthon!</span></a> encourages you to
update your <a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTUxMjA5LjUyNTIxMjQxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE1MTIwOS41MjUyMTI0MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2Nzc3NzA4JmVtYWlsaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ1c2VyaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ0YXJnZXRpZD0mZmw9Jm12aWQ9JmV4dHJhPSYmJg==&&&102&&&http://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/98059"><span style="color: #0078ae;">vehicle’s emergency kit</span></a> with several items,
including:<br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" />
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">A shovel;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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cables;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">A bag of
sand or cat litter; and<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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clothes. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;">Avoid many dangerous winter travel
problems by planning ahead. Before you hit the road, have a mechanic <a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTUxMjA5LjUyNTIxMjQxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE1MTIwOS41MjUyMTI0MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2Nzc3NzA4JmVtYWlsaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ1c2VyaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ0YXJnZXRpZD0mZmw9Jm12aWQ9JmV4dHJhPSYmJg==&&&103&&&http://www.ready.gov/winter-weather"><span style="color: #0078ae;">check items</span></a> on your vehicle, including:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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levels</span></b><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> – ensure they are sufficient to
avoid freezing;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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ignition system</span></b><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> – terminal should be clean;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Brakes</span></b><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> – check for wear and fluid level; and <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Tires</span></b><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> – make sure they have adequate tread.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt;">For more ways to prepare your car for
winter weather, check out the <a href="http://links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbXNpZD0mYXVpZD0mbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTUxMjA5LjUyNTIxMjQxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDE1MTIwOS41MjUyMTI0MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE2Nzc3NzA4JmVtYWlsaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ1c2VyaWQ9ZW5na3JhZmpAY28uY293bGl0ei53YS51cyZ0YXJnZXRpZD0mZmw9Jm12aWQ9JmV4dHJhPSYmJg==&&&104&&&http://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/98059"><em><span style="color: #0078ae; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;">How to Prepare for a Winter Storm</span></em></a> guide
from America’s PrepareAthon! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Cowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-55170664032176297292015-12-16T12:26:00.001-08:002015-12-16T12:26:38.891-08:00Why Does It Take So Long to Reopen a Road?Great info from the Washington State Department of Transportation:<br />
<a href="http://wsdotblog.blogspot.com/2015/12/why-does-it-take-so-long-to-reopen-some.html">http://wsdotblog.blogspot.com/2015/12/why-does-it-take-so-long-to-reopen-some.html</a>Cowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-81229244642975432712015-12-16T08:29:00.002-08:002015-12-16T08:29:29.164-08:00Beacon Hill Closure at 100 BlockFrom Cowlitz County Department of Public Works: Temporary Road Closure at Beacon Hill Road in Longview. The removal of a wood platform from the elevated rail line will require the closure of a portion of 100 block of Beacon Hill Drive, beneath the rail line.<br />
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The closure will occur on Saturday, December 19th from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. A detour route around the project site will be available and will be clearly signed.<br />
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Please use caution near construction zones and obey the directions of traffic control personnel.Cowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-53790239528865581702015-12-15T16:26:00.001-08:002015-12-15T16:26:50.573-08:00Commissioner's Office Allows Free Waste Disposal For Those Affected by Flooding
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners has agreed to
provide vouchers for free disposal of waste, storm debris and demolition/reconstruction
material generated as a result of the storm event of December 8<sup><span style="font-size: x-small;">th</span></sup>,
2015.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">This voucher will be retroactive to the 8<sup><span style="font-size: x-small;">th</span></sup> of
December.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Residents can fill out a card
at the three locations listed below and take the voucher to Waste Control.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For those who disposed of storm-related waste
prior to today, you can be reimbursed by providing a receipt from Waste Control
and filling out the card provided at any of the three locations listed.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">As per usual requirements, Waste Control will check ID to
verify residency.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you have questions about
this program please call the Commissioner’s office at 577-3020.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Cowlitz County Public Works:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>1600 13<sup><span style="font-size: x-small;">th</span></sup> Avenue, Kelso, WA<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Cowlitz County Assessor’s Office: 207 N. 4<sup><span style="font-size: x-small;">th</span></sup>
Avenue, Kelso, WA, 2<sup><span style="font-size: x-small;">nd</span></sup> Floor<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Cowlitz County Building and Planning Office:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>207 N. 4<sup><span style="font-size: x-small;">th</span></sup> Avenue, Kelso, WA 1<sup><span style="font-size: x-small;">st</span></sup>
Floor<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Cowlitz County DEMhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01962467241495529225noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4775257306589919779.post-61285426953402740742015-12-15T14:07:00.001-08:002015-12-15T14:07:33.501-08:00Another Round of Rain
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Latest from National Weather Service: The rain begins
late Wednesday night and will continue into Thursday night, with a total of
anywhere between 2 and 2 ½ inches in that 48 hour period. The heaviest
rain is predicted to be on Thursday, lasting possibly through Saturday, potentially
causing flooding of streets and rivers. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The heavy rain increases the potential for landslides,
downed trees and clogged storm drains. Expect rises on the Cowlitz River,
as well as local streams. Thursday will also bring breezy conditions,
with wind gusts up to 35 mph. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">This is a good time to check your emergency supplies, both
in your home and in your car. It is always a good idea to be ready to be
on your own for 72 hours following an emergency. For a list of
preparedness items, check out </span><a href="http://www.ready.gov/"><span style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Calibri;">www.ready.gov</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">.
<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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