We are now accepting applications for our 2012 Fall EMT class. Seats are limited so sign up early. Go to http://www.skagitems.com/services/emergency-provider-training/ for more information.
Skagit County Medic One News
Now accepting applications for 2012 Fall EMT Class
Thursday, May 17th, 2012Skagit EMS Commission approves levy recommendation report
Wednesday, May 9th, 2012The Skagit County EMS Commission has approved a report recommending that the Skagit County EMS levy be increased from 25 cents per assessed $1,000 in home values to 37.5 cents. The Skagit County Board of Commission will now send the request to Skagit County registered voters, who will have the opportunity to vote on the [...]
Make sure you can be reached when a disaster strikes
Monday, March 19th, 2012Public safety officials in Skagit County have been working to ensure that residents are in the know when a disaster or significant danger to health and safety takes place. Skagit County 911 invites residents to sign up for the the MyStateUSA Community Notification System, which allows them to get alerts on cell, work and home [...]
National Poison Prevention Week March 18-24, 2012
Monday, March 19th, 2012March 18-24, 2012 is National Poison Prevention Week. Skagit County EMS Commission stands with the Washington Poison Center in its mission to provide immediate and expert treatment advice and assistance on the telephone in case of exposure to poisonous, hazardous, or toxic substances. Poisonings occur everyday, whether intentional or unintentional, whether inhaled or by mouth, [...]
Remember to change your clocks
Thursday, March 8th, 2012Pacific Standard Time moves to Daylight Savings Time this Sunday at 2 a.m. Skagit County EMS Commission reminds all Skagit County residents to set their clocks one hour ahead. Safe Kids USA recommends that while you’re changing your clocks, change the batteries in your smoke alarms, too. If batteries were recently changed, conduct a monthly [...]
Beware of coin-sized batteries
Monday, November 28th, 2011Be aware of button battery dangers during the holidays The holiday shopping season is in full force. Before you buy those gifts, especially those powered by batteries, consider how your littlest ones will interact with them. (Watch video) Recently, Safe Kids Worldwide and Energizer teamed up to share life-saving information with parents and caregivers about [...]
Tulip Pedal Date Set for 2012
Wednesday, August 31st, 2011The 31st annual Tulip Pedal bike ride will take place on April 21, 2012, at the La Conner Middle School, in La Conner, Washington. The Tulip Pedal attracts hundreds of riders each year to Skagit County during the annual Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. Riders take a leisurely ride along county roads past the tulip fields, [...]
Splashtacular draws hundreds to Washington Park
Wednesday, August 24th, 2011Safe Kids Skagit County held its annual Splashtacular event on Aug. 4 at Washington Park in Anacortes. Numerous agencies helped us to present safety information to parents and kids. Below are pictures from the event. Enjoy!
DEM Small Animal Emergency Plan Class Coming Up
Friday, August 19th, 2011What would happen to your pet in the event of a disaster? A Small Animal Emergency Plan class will take place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sept. 10, at McLean Road Fire Department, 15452 Beavermarsh Road, west of Mount Vernon. The class takes place in partnership with Skagit County Department of Emergency Management, [...]
DUI mock drill emphasizes prevention
Wednesday, May 18th, 2011La Conner High School students saw the aftermath of a mock drunken driving crash on Friday, May 13, at the La Conner High School football field. The crash scenario showed two cars after an alcohol-involved crash on prom night. Two student actors, a male and female, were shown thrown from their vehicle, with one of [...]
