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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MONCKS CORNER RURAL FIRE DEPARTMENT WINS 2009 GEORGIA-PACIFIC
BUCKET BRIGADE GRANT
Georgia-Pacific reaches half million dollar grant level
ATLANTA – The Moncks Corner Rural Fire Department of Moncks Corner, SC, is a
recipient of a 2009 Georgia-Pacific Bucket Brigade grant. Chosen out of more
than 100 firefighting units in Georgia-Pacific facility communities in 28 states, the
Moncks Corner Rural Fire Department will receive $5,000 to purchase a
carboxyhemoglobin oximeter for instantaneous assessments of carbon dioxide
poisoning.
“The Bucket Brigade is a program that will make a real difference in the lives of
people who live in the area,” said Ronald Rowland, facility manager for GP’s
Russellville Chemical facility. “Our local firefighters need the latest technology to
help the community during crisis situations. We’re happy to do what we can to
give them the tools like the oximeter to do an even better job.”
The Georgia-Pacific Bucket Brigade is a national program that recognizes the
contributions of fire departments in communities with Georgia-Pacific facilities.
Launched in 2006, the initiative has contributed approximately $500,000 to rural
and small town fire units across the United States. The program supports
firefighters with product and cash donations for programming and purchasing
necessary equipment, and safety education materials for presentations in local
schools.
“The oximeter will let us test for carbon monoxide poisoning on the spot without
drawing blood, which means we can start lifesaving treatment faster,” said Scott
Lee, the Moncks Corner Rural fire chief. “The Bucket Brigade grant is fulfilling a
vital safety need in our community. Our thanks to Georgia-Pacific for stepping
forward to do this.”
According to the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC), the majority of the fire
departments in the United States are either run by volunteers or are mostly
comprised of volunteers working beside career firefighters. These departments
also are the primary providers of emergency and rescue services in their area.
“We appreciate the work that volunteer and small town fire departments do in our
facility communities all across this country,” said Jim Hannan, CEO and
President, Georgia-Pacific. “Because many of our employees also serve as
volunteer firefighters, we understand the demands on these units and their need
for equipment and financial support. The Georgia-Pacific Bucket Brigade
program allows us to show our appreciation for the essential services they
provide.”
All Bucket Brigade applicants also receive membership into the NVFC, the
leading nonprofit association representing the interests of the volunteer fire,
EMS, and rescue services. The NVFC serves as the voice of the volunteer in the
national arena and provides invaluable tools, resources, programs, and advocacy
for first responders across the nation. Learn more at www.nvfc.org.
MONCKS CORNER RURAL FIRE DEPARTMENT WINS 2009 GEORGIA-PACIFIC
BUCKET BRIGADE GRANT
Georgia-Pacific reaches half million dollar grant level
ATLANTA – The Moncks Corner Rural Fire Department of Moncks Corner, SC, is a
recipient of a 2009 Georgia-Pacific Bucket Brigade grant. Chosen out of more
than 100 firefighting units in Georgia-Pacific facility communities in 28 states, the
Moncks Corner Rural Fire Department will receive $5,000 to purchase a
carboxyhemoglobin oximeter for instantaneous assessments of carbon dioxide
poisoning.
“The Bucket Brigade is a program that will make a real difference in the lives of
people who live in the area,” said Ronald Rowland, facility manager for GP’s
Russellville Chemical facility. “Our local firefighters need the latest technology to
help the community during crisis situations. We’re happy to do what we can to
give them the tools like the oximeter to do an even better job.”
The Georgia-Pacific Bucket Brigade is a national program that recognizes the
contributions of fire departments in communities with Georgia-Pacific facilities.
Launched in 2006, the initiative has contributed approximately $500,000 to rural
and small town fire units across the United States. The program supports
firefighters with product and cash donations for programming and purchasing
necessary equipment, and safety education materials for presentations in local
schools.
“The oximeter will let us test for carbon monoxide poisoning on the spot without
drawing blood, which means we can start lifesaving treatment faster,” said Scott
Lee, the Moncks Corner Rural fire chief. “The Bucket Brigade grant is fulfilling a
vital safety need in our community. Our thanks to Georgia-Pacific for stepping
forward to do this.”
According to the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC), the majority of the fire
departments in the United States are either run by volunteers or are mostly
comprised of volunteers working beside career firefighters. These departments
also are the primary providers of emergency and rescue services in their area.
“We appreciate the work that volunteer and small town fire departments do in our
facility communities all across this country,” said Jim Hannan, CEO and
President, Georgia-Pacific. “Because many of our employees also serve as
volunteer firefighters, we understand the demands on these units and their need
for equipment and financial support. The Georgia-Pacific Bucket Brigade
program allows us to show our appreciation for the essential services they
provide.”
All Bucket Brigade applicants also receive membership into the NVFC, the
leading nonprofit association representing the interests of the volunteer fire,
EMS, and rescue services. The NVFC serves as the voice of the volunteer in the
national arena and provides invaluable tools, resources, programs, and advocacy
for first responders across the nation. Learn more at www.nvfc.org.
