Category Archives: Rescue

New risk to first responders: chemical suicide

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Rockbridge County Emergency Management

First responders and HAZMAT teams are becoming aware of a new threat: chemical suicide. This new type of suicide is increasing in popularity as a result of instructions being posted on the Internet; the suicide is carried out by mixing … Continue reading →

Posted in Rescue | Tagged chemical suicide, detergent suicide, First responders, HAZMAT, Henrico County Virginia, household cleaners, intended victim, methyl bromide fumes, toxic gas | Leave a comment

Roanoke County Squad Disbands

Posted on January 26, 2011 by Rockbridge County Emergency Management

Mount Pleasant squad disbands Roanoke County personnel will respond to emergency calls in the area, an official said. By Amanda Codispoti 981-3334 Roanoke County’s Mount Pleasant First Aid Crew has run its last call, ending 53 years of service. … Continue reading →

Posted in Rescue | Tagged 1958, 53 years, Ann Meyer, Career paramedics, medic training, Mike Altizer, Mount Pleasant First Aid Crew, Mount Pleasant Public Safety Building, recruiting, Rick Burch, Roanoke County, Roanoke County Board of Supervisors, Roanoke County Fire & Rescue Chief, training demands | Leave a comment

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