March 2003

G’day folks, back again with some more news from the Dandaloo st. fire station. Well, since I wrote last, there’s been some fire activity cropping up around the Yattalunga area near Davistown and Rumbullara reserve near the Private Hospital. RFS and NSW Fire Brigades attended and managed to get ‘em wrapped-up quickly and thankfully, we’ve been experiencing some welcome cooler wet weather so that should keep a lid on that sort of stuff for a while. While we’re on the subject of wet weather, please do all emergency services personnel a big favour and DRIVE TO THE CONDITIONS and WATCH YOUR SPEED. This applies everywhere including Langford Drive, Kariong. Yours truly is astounded at the number of times I’ve witnessed cars of all sizes “hooning” up and down this busy road with no regard to the safety and well being of themselves and fellow road users. Sadly, patience and common sense has been replaced by haste and thoughtlessness and regrettably accidents culminate because of these actions. So, SLOW DOWN!!!!

OK, I’m over that, on to something else. Did someone say “cooler months”? Yup, winter is just around the corner so do your checks. The trusty old three bar heater will making a triumphant return to the living room, so check the power chord for fraying and if anything looks dodgy, get a licensed electrician check it out. Got a gas heater you say. OK, same thing, check it out and if you suspect all is not right get a licensed gas fitter to check all connections and little “doovy whatsits” that’s inside them to make sure they’re safe to do the job. Kariong winters are legendary so be prepared.

News from the fund raising committee has it that an Easter raffle is in the pipes in conjunction with Clints Crazy Bargains, Gosford. Not sure on all the details so I’ll keep you posted on that one.

A few people have been approaching us with the view of joining our band of happy campers. If you wish to do the same, come up to the Dandaloo st. fire station either Wednesday night after 7.30pm or Saturday morning after 8.00am and have a chat with us. You’ll be joining a community organisation committed to protecting the public from fire and having the self satisfaction that you can make a difference.

OK, that’s it for this month. Stay safe.

March 2003

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