It's part of an intensive two-day course about decontamination procedures in the event of a chemical disaster or emergency. About 20 first responders, military personnel, and hospital employees are undergoing this real-life training. It Involves setting up decontamination tents, using real-life dummies that are cleaned of the contaminants and then rushed for medical treatment. If you think the Coast is immune from such a disaster, think again. Hundreds of train cars roll up and down the tracks of the Coast every day, and one day there could be a derailment.
Biloxi Fire Department names deputy chief of operations
Such is the life with pause of the four-legged, tail wagging, energetic canine, the newest trainee in the Biloxi Fire Department and one with a growing audience of supporters. Jack, a one-year old Dalmatian, joined the department in November and since Day 1, has become a popular figure in the department. Jack will serve as an ambassador for the department, appearing at a host of public functions to help raise awareness of fire prevention and safety. In fact, over the past couple of weeks, more than a thousand people have liked Jack, the Biloxi Fire Dog on Facebook, where Jack gives a first-paw perspective of his training and new experiences. He will also be making numerous public appearances. He is scheduled to appear at the Fire Station 7 ribbon cutting on Jan. Jack also will be a companion for the firefighters.
Biloxi Fire Department names deputy chief of operations
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Their physicians are staying in touch with them. I told them that we were all praying for them and their families," said Biloxi fire chief Joe Boney. Fire Chief Joe Boney, whose department has three members who have tested positive for the coronavirus, delivers today's video update: "We know the cases are going to grow, especially as more testing is done. That's why our local leaders are trying to reduce the spread of the virus by closing businesses.