The St Lucia Fire Service has been in existence as an entity from 1974, since separating from the Police Force. Now serving the entire island from 9 stations.
Vapour cloud explosion from a plug-in Hybrid Jeep Wrangler. The vapor cloud is produced by the battery, and it is highly toxic and explosive.
Firefighters need to recognize this and keep their distance. They can fight these fires without being on top of the vehicle. It is also imperative to be on air. The days are gone where you need to see flames or grey smoke to be on air.
#lithiumionsafety #evsafety #FirstResponders
Our 'Did You know' post this week focuses on Kick em Jenny - the only active submarine volcano in our region. Read along to get basic facts, the main hazards and most importantly the exclusion zones that must be observed at all times.
Happy New Year from the management and staff of the Saint Lucia Fire Service.
#SaintLucia#saintluciafireservice @ Saint Lucia Fire Service https://t.co/tWOx2Eu5Zo
Today marks 356 years since a fire started in a baker’s shop on Pudding Lane & spread to become known as the #GreatFireOfLondon. The site where the fire first started is now marked by a 202ft monument built between 1671 and 1677 https://t.co/KVHHqq2IG7
Lionel de Latour Wells was Chief Officer from 1896. He improved the river-based fire service including stationing the watermen, who steered the fire-floats, to live at river stations. Discover more in @LFBMuseum's virtual exhibition https://t.co/FogRM6ssCg #FireFactsFriday
Photo captured by Senior Seismic Technician on 29th December 2020 shows new dome with steam in crater following an effusive eruption at the La Soufrière Volcano in St Vincent and the Grenadines @uwiseismic
The Government of Saint Lucia has taken the decision to suspend fireworks displays normally associated with New Year activities. No licenses or permissions will be granted approving fireworks displays, which encourage gathering.
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