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10/24/2022

We look forward to seeing everybody this weekend!

Great day so far at the Idaho Fire Chiefs Conference. 1-800 BoardUp is here to serve!
04/29/2022

Great day so far at the Idaho Fire Chiefs Conference. 1-800 BoardUp is here to serve!

04/12/2022

Captain Josh Jacobsen of the Idaho Falls Fire Department (IFFD) recently received the Valor Award for saving an elderly woman who was trapped in a burning structure last spring. Details: https://www.idahofallsidaho.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1945
Idaho Falls Firefighters IAFF Local 1565

When God was creating firefighters, he was into the sixth day of overtime when an angel appeared and said, "You're doing...
01/27/2022

When God was creating firefighters, he was into the sixth day of overtime when an angel appeared and said, "You're doing a lot of extra work on this one."
And the Lord said, "Have you read the specs on this order? A firefighter has to wake up to a fire alarm, go into burning buildings to rescue people and enter areas the normal person wouldn't go.
"He has to be willing to leave his family and put his life on the line, work to exhaustion and beyond and be ready for the next call.
"He has to have a strong commitment to a personal calling that places their lives in jeopardy every day.
He has to be in top physical and mental condition at all times, function on black coffee and half-eaten meals, and have a heart big enough to love members of the 'brotherhood' world-wide, and a unity of purpose."
The angel shook it's head slowly and said, "A heart that big... no way."
"It's not the heart that is causing me problems," said the Lord, "it's the extra hands and eyes a firefighter has to have."
"That has to be on the standard model?" asked the angel.
The Lord nodded. "One pair of eyes that sees the whole situation, another pair that sees what is ahead to be dealt with, a third pair to watch out for his brothers, and another pair here in front that can look reassuringly at an injured victim and say, "You'll be alright," even when he knows it isn't so."
"Lord," said the angel, touching his sleeve, "rest and work on this tomorrow."
"I can't," said the Lord, "I already have a model that can carry a 190 pound victim out of a burning building, has dedicated his life to helping people, and is willing to come to the aid of those threatened by the deadly force of fire."
The angel circled the model of the firefighter very slowly, "Can it think?" the angel asked.
"You bet," said the Lord. "It can tell you the elements of a hundred fires, the victims and rescues, and the importance of fire safety.... and still keep its sense of humor.
"This firefighter also has phenomenal personal control. He can deal with fire scenes painted in hell, coax a trapped person or animal out of a burning building, and still go home and love his family.
"Being a firefighter is one of bravery, loyalty and devotion to public service. He is willing to put his life on the line every day to protect our homes and our loved ones from the devastating effects of fire, and sometimes, the honorable job of saving lives requires many firefighters to pay the ultimate price for their valor in the line of duty."
Finally, the angel ran a finger across the cheek of the firefighter. "There's a leak," the angel pronounced. "I told you that you were trying to put too much in this model."
"That's not a leak," the Lord said, "it's a tear."
"What's the tear for?" asked the angel.
"It's for bottled-up emotions, for fallen comrades, for the victims, and for commitment to that piece of cloth called the American flag."
"You're a genius," said the angel.
The Lord looked somber. "I didn't put it there," he said.

01/14/2022

Fireplace safety includes making sure ashes are always cooled before placing them in a metal container that is kept outside and at a safe distance from the home. Chimneys should be inspected regularly to make sure they remain clean of creosote and are structurally intact.
More tips: https://www.idahofallsidaho.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1876

New year, same commitment to service.At 1-800-BOARDUP, our success has always been measured by our ability to effectivel...
01/06/2022

New year, same commitment to service.
At 1-800-BOARDUP, our success has always been measured by our ability to effectively help those in need. We are honored to work alongside our fellow first responders to assist the members of our community during their most difficult times. We look forward to continuing this dedication to service in 2022!

12/23/2021

T'was the night before Christmas
He lived all alone,
in a one bedroom house
made of plaster and stone.

I had come down the chimney
with presents to give
To see just who,
in this dwelling did live.

I looked around
A strange sight to see
No tinsel, no presents,
Not even a tree.

On the wall hung pictures
of far distant lands.
Medals 'n badges, awards of every kind;
A sobering thought came alive in my mind.

This house was different...
it was dark, it was dreary.
I had found the home of a soldier,
I could see that most clearly.

The soldier lay sleeping,
Silent, Alone; Curled up on the floor
In this one bedroom home.

His face was so gentle,
The room in such disorder;
Not at all how I pictured
a brave, courageous, soldier.

Was this the hero
of whom I'd just read;
Curled up on a poncho,
the floor for a bed?

Then I realized the other families
I saw this night,
Owed their lives to soldiers
Who were willing to fight.

In the morning, round the world,
Children would play;
Grown-ups would celebrate
A bright Christmas Day.

But they all enjoy freedom
Each month of the year,
Because of soldiers
Like the one lying here.

I couldn't help but wonder
How many lay alone,
On a cold Christmas Eve
In lands far from home.

The very thought
Brought a tear to my eyes;
I dropped to my knees,
I started to cry.

The soldier awakened
I heard his rough voice,
"Santa don't cry,
This life is MY choice.

I fight for freedom,
I don't ask for more;
My life is my God,
My country, My corps."

The soldier rolled over,
and drifted to sleep.
But, I couldn't control it,
I continued to weep.

I kept watch for hours,
So silent and still;
As both of us shivered
From the cold night's chill.

I didn't want to leave him
On that cold, dark night;
This guardian of honour,
So willing to fight.

Then, the soldier rolled over,
In a voice soft and pure,
He whispered, "Carry on Santa,
It's Christmas Day, all is secure."

One look at my watch,
I knew he was right.
Merry Christmas my friend,
May God bless you this night.

Marine Corps Lance Corporal James M. Schmidt 1986

Source: With a slight change of working, this poem has become known as - "A Soldier's Silent Night"

The original poem "Merry Christmas, My Friend"

A house fire can leave a family in anguish as they watch their home and possessions melt away within the flames. However...
11/17/2021

A house fire can leave a family in anguish as they watch their home and possessions melt away within the flames. However, many fire victims don't consider that it doesn't mean it's safe to enter the property just because the fire is out.

House fires leave behind toxic environments that leave families with physical and mental health risks. Learn more about the dangerous environment in this post. https://1-800boardup.com/.../a-dangerous-environment.../

Change your clocks & change your batteries! A good time to check your smoke & carbon monoxide alarms and change the batt...
11/06/2021

Change your clocks & change your batteries! A good time to check your smoke & carbon monoxide alarms and change the batteries is when you change your clocks twice a year as daylight savings time begins and ends. Dead batteries caused 25% of the smoke alarm failures! share these helpful smoke alarm tips with your community!

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