Gatchell Grant Resources, LLC

06/06/2026

A new technology investment by Washington County could help improve the response time by fire departments.

05/26/2026

LOOK AT THE FACTS 💧

More than 75% of childhood drownings happen during NON-SWIM times.

70% of childhood drowning victims are NOT wearing swimsuits.

That means prevention and supervision matter far more than swimsuit color alone.

✅ Prevention Before Submersion:
• Always have a designated Water Watcher
• Ensure weak or non-swimmers wear proper life jackets
• Install barriers such as fences and pool covers
• Enroll children in swim lessons early, as young as 1 year old

👀 What is a Water Watcher?
A Water Watcher is a designated adult whose ONLY job is supervising swimmers. No phones. No distractions. No conversations. Active supervision saves lives.

⚠️ Know what drowning really looks like:
It is NOT like Hollywood. Most drownings are swift and silent. Rarely is there waving or yelling.

🎨 Why swimsuit colors still matter:
Bright, visible colors can help you quickly identify your child in the water, but color should NEVER replace active supervision and layered water safety practices.

The best water safety strategy is prevention before submersion.
*This information and more at www.stepintoswim.org

05/26/2026

Reminder were breaking ground Sunday hope to see everyone there!!!

05/26/2026

FEMA’s latest AFG guidance emphasizes firefighter wellness, tighter project controls and more disciplined budgeting

05/22/2026

05/22/2026

The Assistance to Firefighters Grants Program (AFGP) funds critically needed resources to equip and train emergency personnel, enhance efficiencies and support community resilience. This program is comprised of the Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG), Fire Prevention & Safety (FP&S) grants and t...

05/22/2026

Happy clients! Nice 😍 looking truck!

05/21/2026

With Memorial Day approaching, we are reminded that each fold of a flag holds meaning. The final fold however, the one right before the flag is cradled and handed to a grieving family, says what words cannot.

We pause in silence for the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. We honor their memory, their families, and the weight of every fold that tells their story.

We will never forget.

05/20/2026

FEMA is making $648M available to help firefighters and first responders nationwide get the equipment, staffing and support they need to protect lives and communities. The funding includes:

• $291.6M for equipment, vehicles, PPE and responder wellness
• $324M to help departments hire, recruit and retain firefighters
• $32.4M for fire prevention and firefighter safety research

Applications open May 19 and close June 22. Learn more: fema.gov/press-release/20260518/dhs-makes-648-million-available-help-firefighters-and-first-responders