Tuesday, February 26, 2013
No one was home at the time of the fire.
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Tuesday, February 26
An initial investigation into a home fire Saturday morning determined the blaze was caused by arson. A deputy with the Barrow County Sheriff's Office on patrol on Princeton Drive found smoke coming from a home in the 1400 block just before 8:30 a.m. and called the fire in, at which time communication officers with Barrow County Emergency Services dispatched firefighters. “Upon our arrival we found smoke coming from the eaves of the house,” Lt. Darryl Skinner, who was in charge of the scene, said in a news release. “We made entry into the house and found heavy smoke in the interior of the home making for low visibility.” Firefighters worked quickly to bring the fire under control, but the house suffered extensive damage. No one was home …
Saturday, February 23, 2013
The school fire was determined to have been intentional.
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Saturday, February 23
Barrow County Emergency Services personnel responded to multiple fires this week, including a residential fire, a blaze at a local middle school and a business fire. At 3:25 a.m. Wednesday, communication officers received a 911 call reporting a fire at 1093 Dee Kennedy Road. “Upon arrival of firefighters we found the home to be heavily involved with fire through the roof,” Battalion Chief Rob Nowakowski said in a news release. “We had to fight the fire from the outside of the home due to the amount of fire.” Firefighting efforts were hampered by the collapse of the roof and floor into the basement of the home, which resulted in extensive damage. Six adults were displaced as a result. The American Red Cross responded to assist the adults. …
Thursday, February 7, 2013
Two adults were displaced as a result of the Monday evening fire.
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Thursday, February 7
At 7:53 p.m. Monday, Feb. 4, 2013, communication officers with Barrow County Emergency Services received a 911 call reporting a structure fire in the 200 block of Ballast Trail. “Upon arrival of firefighters we found a home that was heavily involved in fire,” Battalion Chief Rob Nowakowski said in a news release. “Due to the amount of fire we went into a defensive mode and fought the fire from outside the home.” Engine 1, Engine 6, Med 1 and Battalion 1 were dispatched to the location. Two adults were displaced by the fire, and the American Red Cross responded to assist. The cause of the blaze is under investigation by the department’s Fire Investigation Team. Subscribe to Barrow Patch’s newsletters, follow us on Twitter and “like” us on …
Friday, January 18, 2013
The department has installed new chain saws, quick-cut saws, positive pressure fans and multi-gas monitors on all firefighting apparatus.
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Friday, January 18
A grant from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation has allowed firefighters with Barrow County Emergency Services to purchase new equipment. The department was able to put new chain saws, quick-cut saws, positive pressure fans and multi-gas monitors on all firefighting apparatus. The chain saws and quick-cut saws are used in many areas of ventilation as well as search and rescue efforts. The positive pressure fans are used to remove smoke during and after a fire, allowing the firefighters to better perform firefighting efforts. Multi-gas monitors give firefighters the ability to monitor deadly gas buildups not only in fire situations but in other emergencies as well. “We want to recognize Firefighter Jeff Jones for leading the …
Thursday, January 17, 2013
The department has activated the county's emergency operations center.
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Thursday, January 17
Barrow County Emergency Services is already preparing for possible winter weather and the impact that weather could have on Barrow — the county's emergency operations center has been activated. Personnel in the center will be monitoring the weather and road conditions, coordinating responses to non-emergency calls, collecting information and coordinating with other departments and agencies throughout Barrow County as well as state agencies. “The National Weather Service is predicting the potential for icy conditions as well as high winds tonight,” Lt. Scott Dakin, public information officer, said in a news release. “With this in mind, the department is already taking steps to prepare for the potential weather and the adverse effects it …
Saturday, January 12, 2013
The grant money is to be used for fire prevention education and public information efforts.
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Saturday, January 12
Barrow County Emergency Services recently received a $1,700 grant from FM Global to be used in its fire prevention education and public information efforts. Specifically, the grant will be used to purchase a laptop, camera and accessories that will allow the department to develop fire and life safety presentations tailored to Barrow County and its residents. “We want to thank Battalion Chief Rob Nowakowski who wrote the application for the grant,” Lt. Scott Dakin, public information officer for BCES, said in a news release announcing the grant. “We also want to truly thank FM Global for this grant award. It is truly appreciated and will assist us in our fire and life safety efforts.” According to the release, FM Global provides …
Sunday, December 23, 2012
Working smoke alarms, keeping your live Christmas tree watered and never burning wrapping paper in a fireplace are a few ways to stay safe this holiday season.
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Sunday, December 23, 2012
With Christmas just a few short days away, Barrow County Emergency Services is reminding residents to stay safe this holiday season. “We want everyone to have a great holiday filled with loved ones and laughter,” Lt. Scott Dakin, public information officer, said in a news release. “One of the best ways to ensure good memories this year is to practice safety throughout the season and year round.” Some safety tips to consider during this holiday season include having working smoke alarms in your home. Working smoke alarms can double the chances of surviving a house fire. Other tips include keeping your Christmas tree well watered throughout the holiday. You need to keep the tree watered until you remove it from your home. You also should …
Saturday, December 22, 2012
Some of your favorite holiday traditions — open hearths, candles and holiday cooking — can also increase the risk for house fires.
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Saturday, December 22, 2012
Here are five cooking safety tips from Barrow County Emergency Services to help you avoid a holiday disaster. Subscribe to Barrow Patch’s newsletters, follow us on Twitter and “like” us on Facebook.
Friday, December 7, 2012
The Barrow Journal reports GBI agents who regularly monitor child-porn websites assisted in the investigation resulting the in the arrest of a nine-year veteran of Barrow County Emergency Services.
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Friday, December 7, 2012
UPDATE: According to recent booking information provided by the Barrow County Detention Center, Willie Stancil Etheridge, 37, has been charged with 29 counts of sexual exploitation of children. A Barrow County firefighter has been fired after he was arrested Thursday, Dec. 6, and now faces charges of sexual exploitation of children and obscene Internet contact with a child, according to a report by the Barrow Journal. According to the Barrow County Sheriff's Office booking information, Willie Stancil Etheridge, 37, of 813 Lodgeview Drive in Winder, was arrested Dec. 6. He has been charged with 10 counts of sexual exploitation of children and one count of obscene Internet contact with a child. The Barrow Journal reports Etheridge was a …
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Nominees for the Ultimate Wingman Award were recently honored at the inaugural Ultimate Wingman Military Heroes Award Banquet on Nov. 15.
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Thursday, November 29, 2012
A firefighter with Barrow County Emergency Services is one of five Georgia National Guard soldiers to be nominated for an award for his military service. Lt. Travis Vanzo has been nominated for the Ultimate Wingman Award, which is presented by The Wingman Foundation, a nonprofit organization that raises funds and awareness for soldiers, veterans and their families in need, as well as other military-related organizations. All nominees were recognized at the inaugural Ultimate Wingman Military Heroes Award Banquet on Thursday Nov. 15, at the Cobb Energy Center. The Ultimate Wingman award recognizes outstanding service members who are serving their country with distinction. Nominees must exhibit a remarkable commitment to their country, …
