Text Box: Smoke goes UP and so we go DOWN!   It is important to crawl low under smoke so we can get outside safely.   Smoke has a deadly chemical in it called CARBON MONOXIDE.   It is never safe to breath in smoke for this reason. Text Box: 9-1-1 is the number that you should call in case of an emergency. When you dial that number it’s important to know the address where you are at. Everyone’s address has two parts. A NUMBER part:       and a STREET part:                     27701            Bonita Grande Drive You will need to know both parts when you call 9-1-1.

Text Box: It is very important to have a SAFE MEETING PLACE.   This will be where your family and the firefighters meet you if your house is on fire.   A good example of a SAFE MEETING PLACE is your mailbox or the end of your driveway. Text Box: Fire is used for cooking food, providing light and is even fun on birthday cakes. But a fire that starts out as a good fire can become a bad fire very quickly. We need to remember three rules that can keep us safe: 1. A grown-up must be present 2. It needs to be lit for a good reason 3. It should be a safe fire   Remember, fire is a tool used only by grown-ups! Text Box:

 

 

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Text Box:   Text Box: OUR MISSION...   It is the mission of the Bonita Springs Fire Control and Rescue District to preserve life and property and promote public safety through strong leadership, management, professionalism and integrity.   OUR FOCUS...   The District will focus its efforts on responding rapidly and safely to emergencies, providing appropriate interventions, community outreach and rigorous training to constantly improve our safety, skills and readiness.     OUR CORE VALUES... “Four General Orders”   To Residents:          We owe the residents of Bonita Springs the highest quality of service possible, characterized by responsiveness, integrity and professionalism. We will continually strive for quality improvement.   To The District:          We owe the Bonita Springs Fire Control and Rescue District our full commitment and dedication. We will always look beyond the traditional scope of our individual positions to promote teamwork and safe organizational effectiveness.   To Each Other:          We owe each other a working environment characterized by trust and respect for the individual, fostering open and honest communication at all levels.   To Ourselves:          We owe ourselves personal and professional growth. We will seek new knowledge and greater challenges, and strive to be at the leading edge of our profession.   OUR GOALS...   GOAL 1: All personnel and staff do their best, enjoy their job and promote safety for themselves, their coworkers and the organization.   GOAL 2: Develop or improve our organization to effectively administer and manage the resources of the District.   GOAL 3: Develop or improve a system for minimizing the impact of fires, disasters and other emergencies on life and property.   GOAL 4: Provide an effective Emergency Medical Service to lessen the morbidity and mortality of the sick or injured.   GOAL 5: Provide an effective Fire Prevention and Public Education System to improve the quality of the lives and safety of the citizens we protect.   P.H. Kinsey Jr., Fire Chief