Public Notice

Todd’s Valley Area Evacuation Signs

The Foresthill / Iowa Hill Fire Safe Council would like to introduce the residents of the Todd’s Valley area, to our new EVACUATION SIGNS. These signs are posted on strategic STOP sign posts. The signs are blue with a white reflective “E” and directional arrow. These signs are to assist you with evacuation to specific shelter sites during an emergency. We ask that you take the time to acquaint yourself with these routes, and shelter locations. This will help you and Emergency Services during an emergency. In the event of an emergency, you will be informed of the evacuation site being utilized. Please follow these signs to the Designated Evacuation Shelter, unless you are directed differently by law enforcement. These signs are to assist in making the community Fire Safe.

 

Designated Evacuation Shelters:

Latter Day Saints Church,                  20895 Todd Valley Rd.

Calvary Bible Church,                          20801 Todd Valley Rd.

Foresthill Divide Middle School,          22888 Foresthill Rd.

Canyon View Assembly of God Church, 23221 Foresthill Rd.

Foresthill High School,                        23319 Foresthill Rd.

The Carpenter’s Place/ Mill site,         5845 Sunset Dr.

Veterans Memorial Hall,                      24601 Harrison St.       

Foresthill Elementary School,              24770 Foresthill Rd.

Why aren't we doing water in the 4th of July Parade anymore?

     This is one of the more common questions we get as we approach Independece Day.  Over the years the Foresthill Fire Volunteer Firefighters Association has organized the parade here in Foresthill.  For years one of the biggest attractions has been the water zone, a water fight between parade participants and viewers.  While this traditionally has been a fun and family friendly event, problems have cropped up in the last few years that have made the organizers re-think this portion of the event. 

     Because of issues with overly enthusiastic participants in the water fight and problems with frozen water balloons the organizers of the event have discontinued the water fight.  We apologise to the our parade go-ers, but as a family event we will take no chances with attendee safety.

How old do you have to be to apply for the Cadet Program?

16 Years Old

How do I apply for the Cadet Program?

Pick up an application at the district office during normal business hours.  After the application is reviewed, the potential cadet will be interviewed at the next available officers meeting.

When does the Cadet Program Meet?

Cadets are expected to attend Monday Cadet drill and the Volunteer drill on Thursday.  Drill runs from 7-9, but may spill over until 10.  Drill is mandatory and cadets are expected to arrive at least 15 minutes early.

Do I have to be a guy to join up?

Absolutely not!  While the program is physically demanding for both guys and gals, the teqniques taught will make it possible for nearly every healthy individual to succeed.  The FHFPD welcomes and encourages all to apply for the program.

Will I be able to fight fire?

While our cadets will be able to experience many aspects of fire careers, we can not allow a minor to enter into an IDLH (immediately dangerous to life and health) environment.  The district has strict policies regarding the safety of all of it's personel.  Cadets will hone their skills through class work, and simulated fire events.   Cadets will have the opportunity to observe fire behavior during training burns and participate in exposure protection during these events.

What are the requirements?

As a representative of the Fire District cadets are held to the highest standards.  Cadets are expected to maintain an acceptable GPA while in school.  Cadets are prohibited from consuming alchohol/drugs/tobacco.  Cadets may be dropped if found to be connected to any type of illegal activity.  Cadets are expected to maintain their health so that they are physically able to complete their duties.

     Firefighters volunteering to “Fill the Boot for Burns”  will be collecting donations to assure that the best possible burn treatment and burn recovery programs will continue to be available to anyone unfortunate enough to suffer a serious burn injury. Firefighters have held this unique fundraiser benefiting the Firefighters Burn Institute each February for the past 14 years. In addition to the location at Foresthill, over 50 fire agencies in 14 counties through Northern California will also be holding Firefighters “Fill the Boot for Burns” events.
     During President’s Day weekend over 200 off-duty firefighters from Sacramento City, Sacramento Metro, Stockton Fire and other local fire departments will spend four days and hundreds of hours shaking their boots and volunteering their time to collect donations at the intersection of Sunrise Blvd. and Greenback Lane in Citrus Heights to “Fill the Boot for Burns”. According to Patty Neifer, Executive Director of the Firefighters Burn Institute, “It is amazing how fast a few dollars at a time can add up to make a significant difference in the lives of those affected by the tragedy of a serious burn injury. The generous donations made by motorists driving by in northern California at last year’s boot drive totaled over $130,000. Every dollar dropped into the boot of a firefighter is important.”
     Donations collected during annual Boot Drives have made it possible for FFBI to pledge one million dollars toward the construction of a new Regional Burn Center at U.C. Davis Medical Center scheduled to open in 2010. The new 7,900 square foot, 12-bed burn unit will provide comprehensive care to burn patients throughout inland northern California, northwest Nevada and southern Oregon.
     The Firefighters Burn Institute (FFBI) was founded in 1973 by Sacramento Area Fire Fighters, Local 522 and has grown into the area’s largest firefighter-run charity. The Firefighters Burn Institute helped establish the first burn unit in Sacramento in 1974 and continues to donate medical equipment, fund burn research and provide free burn recovery programs, including an annual summer camp for young burn survivors and a new “Little Heroes” preschool burn camp scheduled for October.