Cowlitz County Credit Unions want to help you fight identity theft by offering a free shredding event! This Saturday, October 22nd, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., you can bring up to three boxes of paperwork to be shredded at the Fibre Federal Operations Center at 796 Commerce Avenue in Longview.
They will also be accepting non-perishable food items for the Nourish our Neighbors food drive.
Monday, October 17, 2011
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Need a Corded Phone??
As I'm sure you know, if you have a landline and only have cordless phones, you won't be able to use them when the lights go out. That's why you should have a corded phone somewhere in your house, even if you only pull it out when the lights go out.If you don't have one and are putting off getting one because you don't want to pay $15 dollars for something you may only use every 5 years, you're in luck. I was at the Rite Aid in Kelso today and in the sale bins up front they have corded phones (sleek slim design--oh la la!!) on clearance for $2.75. Score!
PUD Senior Fair Tomorrow
Stop by the PUD Auditorium tomorrow (October 13th) between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. for their Senior Fair! It's going to be a great event with lots of vendors, information and FREE CFL lightbulbs. The only thing better would be if they gave away free coffee and cookies. WHAT?! They're giving away free coffee and cookies? Count me in!
Check out the flyer here.
Check out the flyer here.
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Special Weather Statement - Cold Air Funnels
Per National Weather Service
... Unstable air mass today may produce cold core funnel clouds...
The air mass over northwest Oregon and southwest Washington is cool and unstable today due to the recent passage of a cold front. This pattern can produce cold air funnel clouds. These funnel clouds do not usually touch the ground. However... if they do touch the ground they are dangerous and can be damaging. We have seen rotation in some of the showers this morning on the National Weather Service Doppler radar. So keep an eye on the sky today and please pass on any reports of funnel clouds you may have.
... Unstable air mass today may produce cold core funnel clouds...
The air mass over northwest Oregon and southwest Washington is cool and unstable today due to the recent passage of a cold front. This pattern can produce cold air funnel clouds. These funnel clouds do not usually touch the ground. However... if they do touch the ground they are dangerous and can be damaging. We have seen rotation in some of the showers this morning on the National Weather Service Doppler radar. So keep an eye on the sky today and please pass on any reports of funnel clouds you may have.
Friday, October 7, 2011
Take Winter By Storm
Do you want to know everything there is to know about winter weather safety? Do you want free printable emergency prep checklists and emergency contact cards? Do you want the option to read the information in a variety of languages? Of COURSE you do!!
Well, lucky for you there is a fantastic website called Take Winter By Storm where you can do all of those things! It's even specifically for residents of Western Washington, which makes it even better since we are a special breed of American. Off topic, have you seen the new Pemco Insurance Ads about Washingtonians? If not, check them out here, they are hysterically funny and right on target. I know I fall into a few of those categories.
Well, lucky for you there is a fantastic website called Take Winter By Storm where you can do all of those things! It's even specifically for residents of Western Washington, which makes it even better since we are a special breed of American. Off topic, have you seen the new Pemco Insurance Ads about Washingtonians? If not, check them out here, they are hysterically funny and right on target. I know I fall into a few of those categories.
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Keep Search & Rescue Donations Local
Cowlitz County residents have reported receiving fundraising solicitation calls and mailers from a group claiming to be with Cowlitz County Search & Rescue. This report has been researched and none of the search and rescue groups that support Cowlitz County are involved in this solicitation. It appears that this group operates from outside the county even though they have a mail drop in Longview.
Cowlitz County Sheriff Mark Nelson recommends that citizens support their local search and rescue groups. Donations can be made to the Cowlitz County SAR Council, c/o Cowlitz County Emergency Management, 312 SW First, Kelso, WA 98626.
If you have any questions please contact Grover Laseke at Cowlitz County Emergency Management at 360-577-3130 or by e-mail at dem@co.cowlitz.wa.us.
Cowlitz County Sheriff Mark Nelson recommends that citizens support their local search and rescue groups. Donations can be made to the Cowlitz County SAR Council, c/o Cowlitz County Emergency Management, 312 SW First, Kelso, WA 98626.
If you have any questions please contact Grover Laseke at Cowlitz County Emergency Management at 360-577-3130 or by e-mail at dem@co.cowlitz.wa.us.
Monday, October 3, 2011
National Animal Safety Month
October is National Animal Safety Month! Don't let an emergency or natural disaster take you and your pet by surprise. Your pets depend on you to be ready! If you need some help, here are some tips to help get started. From the ASPCA website:Arrange a safe haven for your pets in the event of evacuation. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR PETS BEHIND. Remember, if it isn't safe for you, it isn't safe for your pets. They may become trapped or escape and be exposed to numerous life-threatening hazards. Note that not all Red Cross disaster shelters accept pets, so it is imperative that you have determined where you will bring your pets ahead of time:
•Contact your veterinarian for a list of preferred boarding kennels and facilities.
•Ask your local animal shelter if they provide emergency shelter or foster care for pets.
•Identify hotels or motels outside of your immediate area that accept pets.
•Ask friends and relatives outside your immediate area if they would be willing to take in your pet.
•Contact your veterinarian for a list of preferred boarding kennels and facilities.
•Ask your local animal shelter if they provide emergency shelter or foster care for pets.
•Identify hotels or motels outside of your immediate area that accept pets.
•Ask friends and relatives outside your immediate area if they would be willing to take in your pet.
Emergency Supplies and Traveling Kits
Keep an evacuation kit and supplies handy for your pets. Make sure that everyone in the family knows where it is. This kit should be clearly labeled and easy to carry. Items to consider keeping in or near your pack include:
•Pet first-aid kit and guide book (ask your vet what to include, or visit the ASPCA Store to buy one online)
•3-7 days' worth of canned (pop-top) or dry food (be sure to rotate every two months)
•Disposable litter trays (aluminum roasting pans are perfect)
•Litter or paper toweling
•Liquid dish soap and disinfectant
•Disposable garbage bags for clean-up
•Pet feeding dishes
•Extra collar or harness as well as an extra leash
•Photocopies of medical records and a waterproof container with a two-week supply of any medicine your pet requires (Remember, food and medications need to be rotated out of your emergency kit—otherwise they may go bad or become useless.)
•Bottled water, at least 7 days' worth for each person and pet (store in a cool, dry place and replace every two months)
•A traveling bag, crate or sturdy carrier, ideally one for each pet
•Flashlight
•Blanket (for scooping up a fearful pet)
•Recent photos of your pets (in case you are separated and need to make "Lost" posters)
•Especially for cats: Pillowcase or EvackSack, toys, scoopable litter
•Especially for dogs: Extra leash, toys and chew toys, a week's worth of cage liner.
•Pet first-aid kit and guide book (ask your vet what to include, or visit the ASPCA Store to buy one online)
•3-7 days' worth of canned (pop-top) or dry food (be sure to rotate every two months)
•Disposable litter trays (aluminum roasting pans are perfect)
•Litter or paper toweling
•Liquid dish soap and disinfectant
•Disposable garbage bags for clean-up
•Pet feeding dishes
•Extra collar or harness as well as an extra leash
•Photocopies of medical records and a waterproof container with a two-week supply of any medicine your pet requires (Remember, food and medications need to be rotated out of your emergency kit—otherwise they may go bad or become useless.)
•Bottled water, at least 7 days' worth for each person and pet (store in a cool, dry place and replace every two months)
•A traveling bag, crate or sturdy carrier, ideally one for each pet
•Flashlight
•Blanket (for scooping up a fearful pet)
•Recent photos of your pets (in case you are separated and need to make "Lost" posters)
•Especially for cats: Pillowcase or EvackSack, toys, scoopable litter
•Especially for dogs: Extra leash, toys and chew toys, a week's worth of cage liner.
You should also have an emergency kit for the human members of the family. Items to include: Batteries, duct tape, flashlight, radio, multi-tool, tarp, rope, permanent marker, spray paint, baby wipes, protective clothing and footwear, extra cash, rescue whistle, important phone numbers, extra medication and copies of medical and insurance information.
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