DEA WARNS FIRST RESPONDERS OF ACCIDENTAL OVERDOSE RISK
CNN, 6/8/2017
Accidental opioid overdose is an alarming phenomenon being seen more frequently among first responders, including police officers and paramedics, which is why the US Drug Enforcement Administration
issued a warning to them this week.
Illicit fentanyl, a synthetic opioid, can be 50 to 100 times stronger than morphine. It's also 30 to 50 times more powerful than heroin. That potency is what can cause police officers or paramedics to overdose if they encounter only a small amount of the drug.
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PG&E BEGINS DAILY AERIAL PATROLS TO SPOT AND SPEED WILDFIRE RESPONSE
PG&E has begun daily aerial fire detection patrols across hundreds of miles of its service area. The patrols are to assist the U.S. Forest Service, Cal Fire and local fire agencies with early fire detection and response this summer.
PG&E is launching the patrols this week due to an increase in fire danger from rising temperatures, coupled with the potential for winds. The patrols also will occur in time for the Independence Day holiday with its risk of fires sparked by illegal or misuse of "Safe and Sane" fireworks.
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Attention San Benito-Monterrey Retiree's (or anyone who enjoys breakfast)!
Jack Clark's will be hosting his annual BBQ at his house on Saturday, July 29th. BBQ starts at 11:00 am. Please RSVP by July 24th.
The plan for the BEU Retiree Breakfasts for the rest of 2017 is as follows:
- Thursday, Aug. 17 - Hollister Country Rose
- Thursday, Sep. 21 - King City Lawrence's (old Keefers)
- Thursday, Oct. 19 - Salinas Black Bear Diner
- Thursday, Nov. 16 - Prunedale Country Kitchen
- Thursday, Dec. 21 - Hollister Country Rose
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DID YOU
KNOW?
That
CAL FIRE Local 2881 has new retired members? Please welcome:
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Summer is here.
School is out.
California State Employees Association (CSEA) offers discounts
to CAL FIRE Local 2881 members. Head over their
website to find Summer discounts.
June discounts:
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