Weeds

Avery and Jacob took advantage of the great weather today and sprayed weeds at both Headquarters and Station 2.  We should give it a couple of weeks to fully enjoy the results. 

Station 2 fire alarm

Another set of batteries have gone bad in a detector for the fire alarm system at Station 2.  These are CR123 3 volt lithium “photo” batteries.  They are pretty expensive when obtained locally as well as a hassle to get.  A pair at Radio Shack in Warrenton is $16.99.  There are about 12 detectors at Station 2 and each detector takes two batteries.  This is going to become a frequent occurrence, be expensive, and a hassle.  I replaced the bad batteries and taped one spare set to the fire alarm panel for the time being.

 

Alas, we have a better long term solution!  AA Constantine has found them through Home Depot online.  A substitute brand is available in a 12 pack for $16.96.  When orders exceed $45 then the shipping is free.  Tara has ordered three 12 packs.  We will send a good number of them to Station 2 when they arrive.  I would like to keep them in very close proximity to the alarm panel. 

 

Incidentally the Zoll AED Plus in the CERT vehicle and the one in the police lunchroom use this same battery.  We need to maintain a decent inventory and remember to shop around for them next time.  Thank you.

FW: Air compressor for pneumatic heating system of the Public Safety Building

Hello Dale,

 

  Chief Curzon has approved the removal and donation of our air compressor and components to the Astoria School District for their use.  Also could you let me know what we would be looking at by adding in a duct for positive heat into our turnout/gear storage room adjacent to the hose tower?  I remember talking with you about the subject and just don’t want to forget it.     Thanks Aaron B

 

 

Aaron Bielemeier

Firefighter EMT-Intermediate

 

ASTORIA FIRE & RESCUE

555 30th Street

Astoria, Or 97103

Phone: 503-325-2345 Ext: 6006

Fax: 503-325-2346

E-Mail: abielemeier@astoria.or.us

 

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From: Peter Curzon
Sent: Monday, February 06, 2012 10:40 AM
To: Aaron Bielemeier
Subject: RE: Air compressor for pneumatic heating system of the Public Safety Building

 

..OK but he owes us…

 

From: Aaron Bielemeier
Sent: Saturday, February 04, 2012 10:42 AM
To: Peter Curzon
Cc: AFD Users
Subject: Air compressor for pneumatic heating system of the Public Safety Building

 

Hello Chief Curzon,

 

Dale from P & L Johnson has asked if they can have the old air compressor which was for the old pneumatic heating system.  Apparently the Astoria School District has the same model of compressor and can use our old one for parts as the model is no longer available.  I would recommend sending it to the school district if that is ok with you.  Thanks Aaron B  

 

 

Aaron Bielemeier

Firefighter EMT-Intermediate

 

ASTORIA FIRE & RESCUE

555 30th Street

Astoria, Or 97103

Phone: 503-325-2345 Ext: 6006

Fax: 503-325-2346

E-Mail: abielemeier@astoria.or.us

 

GPS

New GPS's have been purchased and put into service. All engines plus 2561 & 2571 now have them on board.

Firecom Headsets

The other day we found a number of Firecom headsets with various problems.  Three have been shipped away for repair.  As a result 2523 only has five right now and the “spare” one from headquarters is gone as well.  Thank you.

Update on the Floors

Hi Everyone!

 

I just spoke with Rick Irish with the Clatsop County Sheriff, work crew and he thought they would be in today to work on the floor however they weren’t able to.  He is now looking to get the jail work crew in the week of February 13^th – 17^th, before his knee replacement surgery on Monday, February 20^th.  His cell phone number is 503-298-9032 if anyone had any questions for him.

 

Honda EU 1000 generator

The Honda EU 1000 generator was found to have oil in the valves.  According to the mechanic it appeared that the oil reservoir was over filled and it may have been placed on its side while it was being filled.  It was running much better after they were done with it.