The Fireman in my life.....

Most people may not know but fireman and police officers usually have a 2nd or 3rd job to support their families, Because we live in a small community our Fire Department is made up of completely volunteer fireman as is roughly 70% of all fire departments. What does that mean? He wears a pager with him 24/7 and responds to calls when we are in town. He goes to trainings once a week for at least a two hour training and gets paid apx. seven dollars per meeting. For each call it is roughly 12 to 13 depending on their training. That is per call, not per hour. So if it is a 1/2 hour medical or a 12 hour grass fire he gets paid 12-13 dollars. Sometimes they will be compensated a little extra if the call is extremely long. If none of our fireman are in town we are lucky to have a bigger town that backs us up and transports our patients when needed.

They don't do it for the pay, the do it for the love of their community, they do it because they love to serve. Their families sacrifice them during important events, my husband has missed Birthday parties, baby blessings and special anniversary dinners. But that is okay with me, I signed up for this they day I married him. It is one of the things that I love most about him. Yes, I have finished many movies or shows by my self but I am so proud to be a fireman's wife.

They serve even when they are not on duty. My husband works driving a cement truck driver as his "day job" but even while doing his "day job" he never misses an opportunity to serve. Yesterday he witnessed a car clip the back of another causing the car that was clipped to roll 5 times. He pulled is cement truck over and rushed over to asses the people.

Fortunately for them everyone was wearing their seat belts and walked away with scratches. Below is the video he took as he was leaving once the Salt Lake department arrived and giving his eyewitness statement.

As much as he loves to serve, we would ask that this summer you play responsibly. Be sure to have adequate water source, clear all dry brush, and have a shovel handy when you light off your fireworks. If you live in an area with firework restrictions please follow them. Do not use illegal fireworks. If you don't know the restrictions in your area contact your local government.

Please take the time to wear your seat belts, they do save lives.

And if you choose to go hiking please know the trails and area, pack enough water and take essentials for if you are stranded for night. Tell someone where you are going. And have a buddy.

Remember, wildfires and rescues cost a lot of money, but they put peoples lives in danger.
Sadly this week we lost one of our UHP officers. He was assisting with a mountain rescue, gave up his seat in the helicopter for one of the teens they were sent to rescue and lost his footing and fell.
He also served as an Assistant Fire Chief for the Corrine Volunteer Fire Department.

Utah Hghway Patrol Trooper died doing what he loved, helping others

Officer/Asst Chief Beesley

He leaves behind a wife, a 7 year old son, and twin 4 year old boys.
Our hearts go out to all of his families, his personal, police, and fire families.
Officer Beasley, heaven has a special place waiting for you.

Please pray for our Fire and Police officers this dry fire season. And please pray for their families too.