Chiefland Fire Rescue
I would like to welcome you to the official web site of the Chiefland Fire Rescue; my name is James Harris the newly appointed Fire Chief of Chiefland Fire Rescue. I have over 27 years of experience in the fire service. Our site contains valuable information about our department, our community and our members. I hope you will take the time to explore the different areas and links. Chiefland Fire Rescue has the strength of 4 full time career fire fighters 6 part-time fire fighters and 10 Volunteer fire fighters, which serves a geographical area of over two hundred square miles. That service area includes residential, commercial, and rural areas. Our department provides the following services: Fire suppression, Vehicle rescue, Medical Emergencies, Hazardous materials mitigation, Public education, and Fire extinguishment training. Chiefland is a wonderful community in which to live. Our department, which has an ISO fire rating of class 4 inside the city, maintains a strong partnership with the community we serve as described by our mission statement. To accomplish our mission, we need your support and understanding of our operations. I hope that our revised web site contributes to building an even better and stronger partnership between us. Please feel free to contact us at anytime. Best wishes,
Chief James Harris
Fire Chief
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Unfortunately, just a few seconds is all it takes for a child to drown. Anyone involved with the supervision of children needs to be aware of the dangers associated with a pool or hot tub.
In the time it takes to answer the phone,
a child can drown.
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Confused about using a booster seat? Don’t be!
Real children are not like crash test dummies, so every seat can fit differently. Booster kids come in all shapes and sizes, so take your childThe Truth about Booster Seats
to pick out the booster that fits him or her best.
Don’t panic if your booster seat shows up on a “not recommended” list. The seat that does not fit the crash dummy boosters on tmay fit your child perfectly and all he market meet federal crash test standards.
The most important factor is how a booster fits your child:
Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder bone? You may have to raise the booster seat’s head rest to adjust the fit for your child.
Does the lap belt lay across the upper legs or thighs? Be sure the lap belt is under both armrests.
If both lap and shoulder belt fit as directed, you have a “recommended” seat because it is a good fit for your child.
Confused about using a booster seat? Don’t be!
Real children are not like crash test dummies, so every seat can fit differently. Booster kids come in all shapes and sizes, so take your childThe Truth about Booster Seats
to pick out the booster that fits him or her best.
Don’t panic if your booster seat shows up on a “not recommended” list. The seat that does not fit the crash dummy boosters on tmay fit your child perfectly and all he market meet federal crash test standards.
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The most important factor is how a booster fits your child: Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder bone? You may have to raise the booster seat’s head rest to adjust the fit for your child. Does the lap belt lay across the upper legs or thighs? Be sure the lap belt is under both armrests. If both lap and shoulder belt fit as directed, you have a “recommended” seat because it is a good fit for your child. |
The numbers tell the truth: booster seats save lives.
The latest research from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
Most kids under 4 feet 9 inches, who weigh between 80 and 100 pounds are likely to need a booster seat to get a good fit of the adult seat belt. That means that many kids will start riding in a booster seat between the ages of 4 to 8 and remain in it until they are between 8 and 12 years old. Don't guess. Use your correctly fitted booster seat to keep your child safe in the vehicle.
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Our Tribute To All The Firefighters That Gave So Much...
When I am called to duty, God...
Where ever flames may rage...
Give me the strength to save some life...
Whatever be its age...
Help me embrace a little child...
Before it is to late...
Or save an older person from...
The horror of that fate...
Enable me to be alert...
And hear the weakest shout...
And quickly and efficiently to put the fire out...
I want to fill my calling and...
To give the best in me...
To guard my every neighbor and protect his property...
And if according to your will...
I have to give my life...
Please bless with your protecting hand...
My children and my wife.
AMEN
Chief James Harris
16 NE 1st St.
Chiefland, Fl .32626
(352)493-6771
jharris@chieflandfirerescue.com
16 NE 1st St.
