The City will participate in state-wide tornado drills today at 1:45 and 6:45 pm. The City will also test its emergency notification system, GV Emergency, today at 1:30 and 6:30 pm.
Residents not signed up are encouraged to do so on the City website.
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Many Minnesotans may know how to respond to a tornado while at home, but what do you do if you are at the store or in your car or outdoors? The @MnDPS_DPS website outlines a variety of scenarios for how to stay safe in the event of a tornado. Learn more > https://t.co/4hQVgBF6mM
...when you get them can mean the difference between life and death.
The Minnesota Department of Public Safety website lists different ways you can stay informed of severe weather.
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Severe Weather Awareness Week 2023
We are fortunate to live in an age where technology can give us advanced warnings of impending hazards or other important information. Knowing where and how you can receive the warnings and what to do...
Don't forget about the Hands-Only CPR & AED Course one week from today at Brookview! You never know when this skill might come in handy.
Register here > https://t.co/C2teGREHxs
Happy St Patrick’s Day from the Golden Valley Police and Fire Departments!
No matter how you are celebrating this weekend, please celebrate safely and NEVER drink and drive. If you have an emergency, always call 911.
#StayAlive#DontDrinkandDrive
We've said it before and we'll say it again, while you're going around changing your clocks, take the extra step to check the batteries in your smoke and CO detectors. This is a really simple thing to do that can make a life-saving difference!
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...of 1818 when the all male volunteer firefighters were too sick with influenza to respond to fires. Williams braved the winter cold and pulled the pumper through the City to put out fires herself.
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Today on International Women's Day, we celebrate Molly Williams who was the first known female, as well as the first known black firefighter in the United States.
While working as a cook for New York City's Fire Company 11, Williams stepped up during the blizzard...
@ISD281’s Elementary PE Department refreshing our CPR training for Professional Development today! We are equipped to continue to keep kids healthy and safe 💪🏼Thank you for the knowledge shared from @GVMNFire and @GVMNPolice!
What usually are staff offices are now turning into sleeping quarters for tonight!
We are staffing all three stations overnight to keep our paid, on-call firefighters from driving through the storm and to maintain proper emergency times.
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With large amounts of forecasted snow this week, City street and sidewalk plow crews plan to be out 2 am–2 pm on Wed, Feb 22 and Thu, Feb 23. Crews also anticipate to deploy at 2 am, Fri, Feb 24 for any final clean up. This plan is subject to change.
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Submit a question for the open house (recommended for those calling in) > https://t.co/cGjToZvBVI
Take the survey > https://t.co/nEjQBRhLz6
Learn more about the project and find the open house link> https://t.co/TjvnRpuRn5
We're hosting one final Fire Station Location Open House tonight, 6–8 pm on Webex. Community members are encouraged to come and learn and ask questions about the project and the need for upgraded fire facilities.
Tonight's open house will be at Fire Station 3 from 6–8 pm. Come meet with staff to learn about the Fire Station Location Project and share your thoughts.
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According to the National Fire Protection Association, in the winter when home heating systems run for hours the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning increases. Making smart decisions and taking proper steps in your home can help you avoid a disaster.
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The single-digit temperatures expected over the next week have the Golden Valley Fire Department concerned for the safety of Golden Valley residents. Follow the tips below to help stay safe through these freezing temperatures.
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As the City's Fire Department shifts to a duty crew staffing model, the need for a properly located station with contemporary facilities is critical to serving Golden Valley. The City is looking for public input before moving forward with site selection.
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