The Hidden Truth On Fire Watch Services Exposed
This years Fire Watch Services season has already started and so far the score is showing the fire fighters in the lead with several large fires under their belts in California, Nevada and Arizona. So far in 2005 we have not had any huge or "Mega Fires" nonetheless, cross your fingers that our luck continues. If you're concerned about your community after the very wet season of Winter 2005 and the tremendous growth you could want to consider starting an Arson Watch Program. If you choose to go for it and set up a team of volunteers to watch out for arson you will discover a few things you should be aware of about. I have written a no cost online 21-page E-Book, that you are welcome to read in the event that you are thinking about starting such a group. It's available:
The most significant thing when setting up a community arson watch program is to involve the local agencies for example the fire department, police and any nearby Federal Agencies by way of example the USDA Forest Service and/or BLM; bureau of land management. Below are some quick pointers to aid you.
The Local Fire department will supply a Community Relations person to explain to participants the need to report arsonists and simple things you may do to minimize the potential exponential and aggressive natures of small containable fires until the fire department arrives with the correct tools to fight the fire. They will explain how to setup roadblocks and secure easy access for fire vehicles to arrive. When to get out of there and which direction to go. They're going to also explain what the reality of your limits are in accordance with the sort of equipment within your vehicle.
The USDAFS will explain what is being done, why the importance, water tables, this years potential exposure. They will provide handouts and safety tips and what direction to go, where to go and where to tune in; Prevention, communication and nature. On a yearly basis the USDAFS does extensive research in prevention and data collection. This is information everyone should be aware of who lives near forested areas, parks and mountainous area. The can provide the training that may help save the lives of you as well as your family.
The Police department will give a Community Relations person to describe to participants the need to report crimes and what is actually a crime. Arson is a crime, among the worst possible crimes. The police can explain the way to detect suspicious behavior from a potential arsonist. They're going to explain that if a person cuts you off on the Highway it can be unfortunate situation although not a crime as well as to limit phone calls to important things. Most importantly, they will explain that the participants will be the eyes and ears of the Police, not vigilantes. The Police will also ask participants to have the police departments contact number programmed into their cellular smart phones and to only use the 911 feature only for accidents involving arson activity, accident injuries and very serious things. The Police department may also offer the certificates to participants whenever they have finished the seminar, which can be signed by chief of police or local area Relations Officer.
City Council members will very likely endorse the project at a town council meeting and give a proclamation to the President of The Chamber of Commerce for the Chambers and local businesses service to community. Most cities or towns can allot at least $2,500.00 towards the project for the signage. Donations for the remained can often be obtained large companies in the area. By announcing it at a town council meeting the program shall get the publicity it needs to get quality participants.
