Sunday, December 27, 2009
Saturday, December 26, 2009
Safety Tips for The Holidays
Safety Tips for The Holidays
Thursday, December 17, 2009 at 10:55AM
Here are some great tips to help you keep safe during the holidays. I also want to take the time to wish you all a Merry Christmas, Happy Chanukah, and Happy New Year. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to read the blog. I will be taking a break and will be providing more great new content after the Start of the New Year.
Here are your tips:
Water, Water, Water your live tree. This time of year Christmas tree fires occur regularly, but they are usually avoidable. Start by trimming the base of the tree a bit and provide plenty of water. Most trees do not get enough, check it several times a day and keep the base filled with water.
Check your lights, especially before placing them onto your live tree. Broken, missing lights and cracked or frayed wires pose an additional fire risk, and a shock hazard. When it doubt, throw them out.
Don't overload your electrical outlets. This time of year we sometimes get caught up in the beauty of all the lights, but too many into one outlet or on the same circuit can be a serious problem.
Reevaluate your escape plan incase of fire. With the added elements of live trees, candles and many other flammable items it is very important everyone knows how to get out and get out safely.
Now is the perfect time to check your fire and Carbon Monoxide alarms.
When using candles keep them away from flammable objects. A good rule of thumb is if it making the object hot, move the object or put the candle somewhere else.
Many candles come in containers that also get very hot and can burn someone if grabbed or even burn through a wood surface. Make sure children can't grab them and place the candle on a surface that will not burn (we use coasters in my home).
Wrapping paper can burn very quickly and cause a quick flash fire. Do not burn the wrapping paper it is not intended for that purpose. Reuse, recycle or just throw it out.
When setting up your tree, keep it at least three feet away from fireplaces, radiators, and other heat sources. I would even try for five feet if possible.
Keep cords out of the way where someone will not trip over them. Don't use tacks or staples to hang electric cords, and don't place them under carpets.
Have a safe and happy holiday season.
Thursday, December 17, 2009 at 10:55AM
Here are some great tips to help you keep safe during the holidays. I also want to take the time to wish you all a Merry Christmas, Happy Chanukah, and Happy New Year. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to read the blog. I will be taking a break and will be providing more great new content after the Start of the New Year.
Here are your tips:
Water, Water, Water your live tree. This time of year Christmas tree fires occur regularly, but they are usually avoidable. Start by trimming the base of the tree a bit and provide plenty of water. Most trees do not get enough, check it several times a day and keep the base filled with water.
Check your lights, especially before placing them onto your live tree. Broken, missing lights and cracked or frayed wires pose an additional fire risk, and a shock hazard. When it doubt, throw them out.
Don't overload your electrical outlets. This time of year we sometimes get caught up in the beauty of all the lights, but too many into one outlet or on the same circuit can be a serious problem.
Reevaluate your escape plan incase of fire. With the added elements of live trees, candles and many other flammable items it is very important everyone knows how to get out and get out safely.
Now is the perfect time to check your fire and Carbon Monoxide alarms.
When using candles keep them away from flammable objects. A good rule of thumb is if it making the object hot, move the object or put the candle somewhere else.
Many candles come in containers that also get very hot and can burn someone if grabbed or even burn through a wood surface. Make sure children can't grab them and place the candle on a surface that will not burn (we use coasters in my home).
Wrapping paper can burn very quickly and cause a quick flash fire. Do not burn the wrapping paper it is not intended for that purpose. Reuse, recycle or just throw it out.
When setting up your tree, keep it at least three feet away from fireplaces, radiators, and other heat sources. I would even try for five feet if possible.
Keep cords out of the way where someone will not trip over them. Don't use tacks or staples to hang electric cords, and don't place them under carpets.
Have a safe and happy holiday season.
CHICKEN CHALUPA CASSEROLE
CHICKEN CHALUPA CASSEROLE
12 corn tortillas, quartered
4 large chicken breasts, cooked and diced
1 (10 1/2 ounces) can mushroom soup
1 (10 1/2 ounces) can cream of chicken soup
1 (4 ounces) can diced green chilies
1 large onion, chopped
1 pint sour cream
1/2 pound monterey jack cheese, shredded
1/2 pound sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 teaspoon salt
Combine soups, chilies, sour cream, onion, and salt.
Combine cheeses.
Layer tortilla pieces, chicken sauce, and then cheeses in greased casserole, repeating layers until ingredients are used.
Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes, covered, then uncovered 15 minutes longer at 325 degrees.
Tastes best refrigerated 24 hours, then reheated before serving.
Source : The Cookbook Club
12 corn tortillas, quartered
4 large chicken breasts, cooked and diced
1 (10 1/2 ounces) can mushroom soup
1 (10 1/2 ounces) can cream of chicken soup
1 (4 ounces) can diced green chilies
1 large onion, chopped
1 pint sour cream
1/2 pound monterey jack cheese, shredded
1/2 pound sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 teaspoon salt
Combine soups, chilies, sour cream, onion, and salt.
Combine cheeses.
Layer tortilla pieces, chicken sauce, and then cheeses in greased casserole, repeating layers until ingredients are used.
Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes, covered, then uncovered 15 minutes longer at 325 degrees.
Tastes best refrigerated 24 hours, then reheated before serving.
Source : The Cookbook Club
Friday, December 25, 2009
2010 A Year Of Hope - Peace?
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year
Look Into The Heavens - Peace On Earth
Time Running Out For Mgt. 315 Course - Enhanced Threat & Risk Assessment
To all persons interested in obtaining advanced training in Enhanced Threat and Risk Assessment:
Jasper/Newton/Sabine Counties Emergency Management will host a two day (16 hours) course conducted by the Texas Engineering Extension Service (TEEX). This course is open to Law Enforcement, Fire Services, EMS, Hazardous Materials, Public Health, Public Works, Emergency Management, Private Health, Emergency Communications, Governmental Administrative, and Private Sector Security Managers and Military (if invited by host jurisdiction).
The course will be held on January 20 and 21, 2010. It will be held at the conference room at the Deep East Texas Council of Governments in Jasper. The location is 210 Premier Drive, Jasper. More information will be forthcoming.
It is mandatory that you sign up for the course on http://www.preparingtexas.com If you need further information contact our office at 409-994-2543. It is advised that you sign up for the class within the next two weeks. This course is free to eligible applicants.
This is a real opportunity for our DETCOG area to receive professional training without having to go to Austin or other cities, thus saving your jurisdiction in cost.
Please feel free to pass this course offering on to others.
Billy Ted Smith
Jasper/Newton/Sabine Counties
Emergency Management/Homeland Security
Program Manager/Coordinator
P.O. Box 2030
Buna, Texas 77612
Office: 409-994-2543
Cell: 409-781-2382
Fax: 409-994-9847
Jasper/Newton/Sabine Counties Emergency Management will host a two day (16 hours) course conducted by the Texas Engineering Extension Service (TEEX). This course is open to Law Enforcement, Fire Services, EMS, Hazardous Materials, Public Health, Public Works, Emergency Management, Private Health, Emergency Communications, Governmental Administrative, and Private Sector Security Managers and Military (if invited by host jurisdiction).
The course will be held on January 20 and 21, 2010. It will be held at the conference room at the Deep East Texas Council of Governments in Jasper. The location is 210 Premier Drive, Jasper. More information will be forthcoming.
It is mandatory that you sign up for the course on http://www.preparingtexas.com If you need further information contact our office at 409-994-2543. It is advised that you sign up for the class within the next two weeks. This course is free to eligible applicants.
This is a real opportunity for our DETCOG area to receive professional training without having to go to Austin or other cities, thus saving your jurisdiction in cost.
Please feel free to pass this course offering on to others.
Billy Ted Smith
Jasper/Newton/Sabine Counties
Emergency Management/Homeland Security
Program Manager/Coordinator
P.O. Box 2030
Buna, Texas 77612
Office: 409-994-2543
Cell: 409-781-2382
Fax: 409-994-9847
ETMA 2009 Award Winners
ETMA 2009 Award Winners
Jeff Kelley (Orange County Emergency Management)
Joey Davis (Jasper/Newton Electric Cooperative)
Jasper County Commissioner's Court
- Rene Kelley
- Jim Love
Joe Wilkinson
Glenda Smith
Robin Wright
Preston Williams
Olen Bean
Beckie Wilkinson
Vicki Williams
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Sunday, December 27, 2009
Saturday, December 26, 2009
Safety Tips for The Holidays
Safety Tips for The Holidays
Thursday, December 17, 2009 at 10:55AM
Here are some great tips to help you keep safe during the holidays. I also want to take the time to wish you all a Merry Christmas, Happy Chanukah, and Happy New Year. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to read the blog. I will be taking a break and will be providing more great new content after the Start of the New Year.
Here are your tips:
Water, Water, Water your live tree. This time of year Christmas tree fires occur regularly, but they are usually avoidable. Start by trimming the base of the tree a bit and provide plenty of water. Most trees do not get enough, check it several times a day and keep the base filled with water.
Check your lights, especially before placing them onto your live tree. Broken, missing lights and cracked or frayed wires pose an additional fire risk, and a shock hazard. When it doubt, throw them out.
Don't overload your electrical outlets. This time of year we sometimes get caught up in the beauty of all the lights, but too many into one outlet or on the same circuit can be a serious problem.
Reevaluate your escape plan incase of fire. With the added elements of live trees, candles and many other flammable items it is very important everyone knows how to get out and get out safely.
Now is the perfect time to check your fire and Carbon Monoxide alarms.
When using candles keep them away from flammable objects. A good rule of thumb is if it making the object hot, move the object or put the candle somewhere else.
Many candles come in containers that also get very hot and can burn someone if grabbed or even burn through a wood surface. Make sure children can't grab them and place the candle on a surface that will not burn (we use coasters in my home).
Wrapping paper can burn very quickly and cause a quick flash fire. Do not burn the wrapping paper it is not intended for that purpose. Reuse, recycle or just throw it out.
When setting up your tree, keep it at least three feet away from fireplaces, radiators, and other heat sources. I would even try for five feet if possible.
Keep cords out of the way where someone will not trip over them. Don't use tacks or staples to hang electric cords, and don't place them under carpets.
Have a safe and happy holiday season.
Thursday, December 17, 2009 at 10:55AM
Here are some great tips to help you keep safe during the holidays. I also want to take the time to wish you all a Merry Christmas, Happy Chanukah, and Happy New Year. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to read the blog. I will be taking a break and will be providing more great new content after the Start of the New Year.
Here are your tips:
Water, Water, Water your live tree. This time of year Christmas tree fires occur regularly, but they are usually avoidable. Start by trimming the base of the tree a bit and provide plenty of water. Most trees do not get enough, check it several times a day and keep the base filled with water.
Check your lights, especially before placing them onto your live tree. Broken, missing lights and cracked or frayed wires pose an additional fire risk, and a shock hazard. When it doubt, throw them out.
Don't overload your electrical outlets. This time of year we sometimes get caught up in the beauty of all the lights, but too many into one outlet or on the same circuit can be a serious problem.
Reevaluate your escape plan incase of fire. With the added elements of live trees, candles and many other flammable items it is very important everyone knows how to get out and get out safely.
Now is the perfect time to check your fire and Carbon Monoxide alarms.
When using candles keep them away from flammable objects. A good rule of thumb is if it making the object hot, move the object or put the candle somewhere else.
Many candles come in containers that also get very hot and can burn someone if grabbed or even burn through a wood surface. Make sure children can't grab them and place the candle on a surface that will not burn (we use coasters in my home).
Wrapping paper can burn very quickly and cause a quick flash fire. Do not burn the wrapping paper it is not intended for that purpose. Reuse, recycle or just throw it out.
When setting up your tree, keep it at least three feet away from fireplaces, radiators, and other heat sources. I would even try for five feet if possible.
Keep cords out of the way where someone will not trip over them. Don't use tacks or staples to hang electric cords, and don't place them under carpets.
Have a safe and happy holiday season.
CHICKEN CHALUPA CASSEROLE
CHICKEN CHALUPA CASSEROLE
12 corn tortillas, quartered
4 large chicken breasts, cooked and diced
1 (10 1/2 ounces) can mushroom soup
1 (10 1/2 ounces) can cream of chicken soup
1 (4 ounces) can diced green chilies
1 large onion, chopped
1 pint sour cream
1/2 pound monterey jack cheese, shredded
1/2 pound sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 teaspoon salt
Combine soups, chilies, sour cream, onion, and salt.
Combine cheeses.
Layer tortilla pieces, chicken sauce, and then cheeses in greased casserole, repeating layers until ingredients are used.
Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes, covered, then uncovered 15 minutes longer at 325 degrees.
Tastes best refrigerated 24 hours, then reheated before serving.
Source : The Cookbook Club
12 corn tortillas, quartered
4 large chicken breasts, cooked and diced
1 (10 1/2 ounces) can mushroom soup
1 (10 1/2 ounces) can cream of chicken soup
1 (4 ounces) can diced green chilies
1 large onion, chopped
1 pint sour cream
1/2 pound monterey jack cheese, shredded
1/2 pound sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 teaspoon salt
Combine soups, chilies, sour cream, onion, and salt.
Combine cheeses.
Layer tortilla pieces, chicken sauce, and then cheeses in greased casserole, repeating layers until ingredients are used.
Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes, covered, then uncovered 15 minutes longer at 325 degrees.
Tastes best refrigerated 24 hours, then reheated before serving.
Source : The Cookbook Club
Friday, December 25, 2009
2010 A Year Of Hope - Peace?
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year
Look Into The Heavens - Peace On Earth
Time Running Out For Mgt. 315 Course - Enhanced Threat & Risk Assessment
To all persons interested in obtaining advanced training in Enhanced Threat and Risk Assessment:
Jasper/Newton/Sabine Counties Emergency Management will host a two day (16 hours) course conducted by the Texas Engineering Extension Service (TEEX). This course is open to Law Enforcement, Fire Services, EMS, Hazardous Materials, Public Health, Public Works, Emergency Management, Private Health, Emergency Communications, Governmental Administrative, and Private Sector Security Managers and Military (if invited by host jurisdiction).
The course will be held on January 20 and 21, 2010. It will be held at the conference room at the Deep East Texas Council of Governments in Jasper. The location is 210 Premier Drive, Jasper. More information will be forthcoming.
It is mandatory that you sign up for the course on http://www.preparingtexas.com If you need further information contact our office at 409-994-2543. It is advised that you sign up for the class within the next two weeks. This course is free to eligible applicants.
This is a real opportunity for our DETCOG area to receive professional training without having to go to Austin or other cities, thus saving your jurisdiction in cost.
Please feel free to pass this course offering on to others.
Billy Ted Smith
Jasper/Newton/Sabine Counties
Emergency Management/Homeland Security
Program Manager/Coordinator
P.O. Box 2030
Buna, Texas 77612
Office: 409-994-2543
Cell: 409-781-2382
Fax: 409-994-9847
Jasper/Newton/Sabine Counties Emergency Management will host a two day (16 hours) course conducted by the Texas Engineering Extension Service (TEEX). This course is open to Law Enforcement, Fire Services, EMS, Hazardous Materials, Public Health, Public Works, Emergency Management, Private Health, Emergency Communications, Governmental Administrative, and Private Sector Security Managers and Military (if invited by host jurisdiction).
The course will be held on January 20 and 21, 2010. It will be held at the conference room at the Deep East Texas Council of Governments in Jasper. The location is 210 Premier Drive, Jasper. More information will be forthcoming.
It is mandatory that you sign up for the course on http://www.preparingtexas.com If you need further information contact our office at 409-994-2543. It is advised that you sign up for the class within the next two weeks. This course is free to eligible applicants.
This is a real opportunity for our DETCOG area to receive professional training without having to go to Austin or other cities, thus saving your jurisdiction in cost.
Please feel free to pass this course offering on to others.
Billy Ted Smith
Jasper/Newton/Sabine Counties
Emergency Management/Homeland Security
Program Manager/Coordinator
P.O. Box 2030
Buna, Texas 77612
Office: 409-994-2543
Cell: 409-781-2382
Fax: 409-994-9847
ETMA 2009 Award Winners
ETMA 2009 Award Winners
Jeff Kelley (Orange County Emergency Management)
Joey Davis (Jasper/Newton Electric Cooperative)
Jasper County Commissioner's Court
- Rene Kelley
- Jim Love
Joe Wilkinson
Glenda Smith
Robin Wright
Preston Williams
Olen Bean
Beckie Wilkinson
Vicki Williams
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