Topic: Safety
Proven Fall Reduction Program Begins Again
Written on December 27, 2018 at 8:32 am, by Tim Dustrude
Teach your body to keep that stumble from becoming a fall. Mullis Senior Center is working with Instructor Stephanie Prima to offer the beginning level of Tai Ji Quan: Moving For Better Balance™ this January. Through clinical trials and studies, this program has proven to reduce risk of falls in older adults by 58% and Continue Reading
Ferries on Storm Routes
Written on December 20, 2018 at 12:37 pm, by Tim Dustrude
This alert just came in from WSF… Wind storm throws wrench in early holiday sailing schedule The ongoing wind storm has already had several impacts on sailing schedules across the region today. And more changes could be on the way. Therefore, passengers will need to plan ahead and potentially alter their travel plans accordingly depending Continue Reading
Free E-cycle Service Coming Soon
Written on December 8, 2018 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Tom Doenges, owner of Computer San Juans wants you to know about this new service coming to an island near you… Calling all small businesses, schools, ports, town and individuals… I am joining forces with a friend who runs an electronics recycling company in Bellingham called 1pc.com. Because I feel I contribute to bringing these devices Continue Reading
Very Sophisticated Phone Scam
Written on November 29, 2018 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Found this in the SJ Update mailbag… Dear neighbors, I was just duped by a very sophisticated scam that wrecked my bank account, so I wanted to get the word out there in hopes that this won’t happen to you. Here’s what happened: I was called on my cell phone by someone claiming to be Continue Reading
CDC issues Romaine Lettuce Alert
Written on November 21, 2018 at 8:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC), public health officials in several states, Canada and FDA are investigating a multistate outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O157:H7 infections linked to romaine lettuce. CDC is advising that U.S. consumers not eat any romaine lettuce and they should throw it away. For additional details and guidance, see the Continue Reading
Wreaths for Grad Night
Written on November 15, 2018 at 8:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
Haven’t placed your wreath or pie order yet? Don’t fret – WREATHS HAVE ARRIVED – BUY one THIS FRIDAY and SATURDAY at the Mullis Community Senior Center! And while you’re there, don’t forget to order your Pecan and/or Pumpkin Pie for Thanksgiving. ALL proceeds benefit FHHS Grad Night 2019.
Stories from the Storm
Written on November 14, 2018 at 8:56 am, by Tim Dustrude
On Wednesday, November 14th at 7:00 pm at the San Juan Island Grange, the Corps of Resiliency gathering is going to be something special. We have teamed up with the Grange Lecture Series to host an evening of storytelling at the Grange Hall. We’ll be turning off the lights, lighting a fire in the fireplace Continue Reading
Prevention Survey
Written on November 1, 2018 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Community Prevention and Wellness Initiative (CPWI) Community Survey is an anonymous annual statewide survey administered by all of the CPWI coalitions in Washington state. The Community Survey captures our local San Juan Island attitudes about teen alcohol and drug use, as well as prevention programming. This data helps to inform our coalition’s strategies, as Continue Reading
Shaw Wins First Place for Video
Written on October 18, 2018 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
The students at the Shaw Island School recently won first place in a statewide contest promoting earthquake preparedness and safety. Sponsored by the Cascadia Regional Earthquake Workgroup, the competition solicited videos from schools across Washington. Timed to promote the Great Shake Out earthquake drill, this is the second year of the contest, and the second Continue Reading
2018 Great Washington Shakeout
Written on October 12, 2018 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s just one week until the 2018 Great Washington Shakeout earthquake drill on October 18th. You can join the growing number of islanders who are preparing for “the big one” by signing up online. It’s quick and easy to do at: http://shakeout.org/washington So far, more than 700 people in the islands are involved. This includes Continue Reading
Test of the National Wireless Emergency Alert System
Written on October 2, 2018 at 6:05 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
IMPORTANT: At approximately 11:20am PST on Wednesday October 3rd, FEMA will conduct the first ever NATIONWIDE test of the Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) and Emergency Alert System (EAS). This means that all cell phones that are turned on, within range of a tower, and whose carrier participates in WEA will make a loud buzz and Continue Reading
Burn Permits Go On Sale October 1
Written on September 28, 2018 at 6:00 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Burn season is right around the corner and the San Juan County Fire Marshal’s Office and the San Juan County Fire Chiefs Association would like to remind you of a few things to improve the safety of your burning this season. Burning rules apply to all burns in San Juan County and a permit is Continue Reading
Island Senior: Keep On Truckin’
Written on September 17, 2018 at 6:15 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Island Senior is a regular column on the San Juan Update, written by Peggy Sue McRae… One of the most critical components of maintaining happiness and health as we get older is staying mobile and not falling down. Regarding that, I have some good news and I have some some bad news. The good news Continue Reading
Burn Risk Level Changed to Moderate
Written on September 13, 2018 at 5:38 am, by Tim Dustrude
The recent rains have resulted in San Juan County moving the fire risk level to Moderate. This does not change the status of burning in the county, it is merely a risk level modification that reflects fuel moisture levels rising. Campfires remain allowed in San Juan County. Residential burning remains closed until the expected opening Continue Reading
September is Preparedness Month in San Juan County!
Written on September 8, 2018 at 6:30 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
From Brendan Cowan, Director, San Juan County Department of Emergency Management… While emergency preparedness is a year round responsibility for all islanders, the San Juan County Council recently proclaimed September as “Preparedness Month” in San Juan County. “This is an opportunity to remind everyone who spends time in the islands that many of the things we love most about being here also Continue Reading
Meet and Greet the Candidates for Fire Dept Chief Position
Written on September 8, 2018 at 6:20 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
From Jamie Mountford PIO SJIFD… After over 35 years with the department, San Juan Island Fire Chief Brad Creesy is retiring at the end of October. The community is invited to an evening reception to meet the five finalists being considered for the position. This informal meet and greet opportunity will be Sunday, September 16 from 5-7 P.M. Continue Reading
Proven Fall Reduction Program Begins Again
Written on December 27, 2018 at 8:32 am, by Tim Dustrude
Teach your body to keep that stumble from becoming a fall. Mullis Senior Center is working with Instructor Stephanie Prima to offer the beginning level of Tai Ji Quan: Moving For Better Balance™ this January. Through clinical trials and studies, this program has proven to reduce risk of falls in older adults by 58% and Continue Reading
Ferries on Storm Routes
Written on December 20, 2018 at 12:37 pm, by Tim Dustrude
This alert just came in from WSF… Wind storm throws wrench in early holiday sailing schedule The ongoing wind storm has already had several impacts on sailing schedules across the region today. And more changes could be on the way. Therefore, passengers will need to plan ahead and potentially alter their travel plans accordingly depending Continue Reading
Free E-cycle Service Coming Soon
Written on December 8, 2018 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Tom Doenges, owner of Computer San Juans wants you to know about this new service coming to an island near you… Calling all small businesses, schools, ports, town and individuals… I am joining forces with a friend who runs an electronics recycling company in Bellingham called 1pc.com. Because I feel I contribute to bringing these devices Continue Reading
Very Sophisticated Phone Scam
Written on November 29, 2018 at 5:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
Found this in the SJ Update mailbag… Dear neighbors, I was just duped by a very sophisticated scam that wrecked my bank account, so I wanted to get the word out there in hopes that this won’t happen to you. Here’s what happened: I was called on my cell phone by someone claiming to be Continue Reading
CDC issues Romaine Lettuce Alert
Written on November 21, 2018 at 8:55 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC), public health officials in several states, Canada and FDA are investigating a multistate outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O157:H7 infections linked to romaine lettuce. CDC is advising that U.S. consumers not eat any romaine lettuce and they should throw it away. For additional details and guidance, see the Continue Reading
Wreaths for Grad Night
Written on November 15, 2018 at 8:51 am, by Tim Dustrude
Haven’t placed your wreath or pie order yet? Don’t fret – WREATHS HAVE ARRIVED – BUY one THIS FRIDAY and SATURDAY at the Mullis Community Senior Center! And while you’re there, don’t forget to order your Pecan and/or Pumpkin Pie for Thanksgiving. ALL proceeds benefit FHHS Grad Night 2019.
Stories from the Storm
Written on November 14, 2018 at 8:56 am, by Tim Dustrude
On Wednesday, November 14th at 7:00 pm at the San Juan Island Grange, the Corps of Resiliency gathering is going to be something special. We have teamed up with the Grange Lecture Series to host an evening of storytelling at the Grange Hall. We’ll be turning off the lights, lighting a fire in the fireplace Continue Reading
Prevention Survey
Written on November 1, 2018 at 5:42 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Community Prevention and Wellness Initiative (CPWI) Community Survey is an anonymous annual statewide survey administered by all of the CPWI coalitions in Washington state. The Community Survey captures our local San Juan Island attitudes about teen alcohol and drug use, as well as prevention programming. This data helps to inform our coalition’s strategies, as Continue Reading
Shaw Wins First Place for Video
Written on October 18, 2018 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
The students at the Shaw Island School recently won first place in a statewide contest promoting earthquake preparedness and safety. Sponsored by the Cascadia Regional Earthquake Workgroup, the competition solicited videos from schools across Washington. Timed to promote the Great Shake Out earthquake drill, this is the second year of the contest, and the second Continue Reading
2018 Great Washington Shakeout
Written on October 12, 2018 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
It’s just one week until the 2018 Great Washington Shakeout earthquake drill on October 18th. You can join the growing number of islanders who are preparing for “the big one” by signing up online. It’s quick and easy to do at: http://shakeout.org/washington So far, more than 700 people in the islands are involved. This includes Continue Reading
Test of the National Wireless Emergency Alert System
Written on October 2, 2018 at 6:05 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
IMPORTANT: At approximately 11:20am PST on Wednesday October 3rd, FEMA will conduct the first ever NATIONWIDE test of the Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) and Emergency Alert System (EAS). This means that all cell phones that are turned on, within range of a tower, and whose carrier participates in WEA will make a loud buzz and Continue Reading
Burn Permits Go On Sale October 1
Written on September 28, 2018 at 6:00 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Burn season is right around the corner and the San Juan County Fire Marshal’s Office and the San Juan County Fire Chiefs Association would like to remind you of a few things to improve the safety of your burning this season. Burning rules apply to all burns in San Juan County and a permit is Continue Reading
Island Senior: Keep On Truckin’
Written on September 17, 2018 at 6:15 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
Island Senior is a regular column on the San Juan Update, written by Peggy Sue McRae… One of the most critical components of maintaining happiness and health as we get older is staying mobile and not falling down. Regarding that, I have some good news and I have some some bad news. The good news Continue Reading
Burn Risk Level Changed to Moderate
Written on September 13, 2018 at 5:38 am, by Tim Dustrude
The recent rains have resulted in San Juan County moving the fire risk level to Moderate. This does not change the status of burning in the county, it is merely a risk level modification that reflects fuel moisture levels rising. Campfires remain allowed in San Juan County. Residential burning remains closed until the expected opening Continue Reading
September is Preparedness Month in San Juan County!
Written on September 8, 2018 at 6:30 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
From Brendan Cowan, Director, San Juan County Department of Emergency Management… While emergency preparedness is a year round responsibility for all islanders, the San Juan County Council recently proclaimed September as “Preparedness Month” in San Juan County. “This is an opportunity to remind everyone who spends time in the islands that many of the things we love most about being here also Continue Reading
Meet and Greet the Candidates for Fire Dept Chief Position
Written on September 8, 2018 at 6:20 am, by Peggy Sue McRae
From Jamie Mountford PIO SJIFD… After over 35 years with the department, San Juan Island Fire Chief Brad Creesy is retiring at the end of October. The community is invited to an evening reception to meet the five finalists being considered for the position. This informal meet and greet opportunity will be Sunday, September 16 from 5-7 P.M. Continue Reading