04/16/2026
🌩️ **COMMUNITY STORM UPDATE & SAFETY REMINDER** 🌩️
Good morning neighbors,
Last night, as many of you know, we experienced a very intense storm. It was **all hands on deck** for our department and trucks. Crews worked for several hours clearing trees from roadways and providing traffic control around downed wires.
Several structures—including barns, roofs, and homes—sustained damage, but **thankfully no one was seriously injured**.
We would like to give a big **THANK YOU** to *Lawrenceville Fire Department* and Painted Post Fire Department for assisting with manpower and equipment 👏
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⚠️ **STORM SAFETY: BE PREPARED**
During a major storm like last night, the best thing you can do is **be prepared and have a plan**.
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✅ **Build an Emergency Kit**
💧 Water & food (1 gallon per person/day, non-perishables)
🔦 Flashlight, radio, batteries, tools, can opener, whistle
🩺 First aid kit, masks, hygiene supplies
📄 Important documents (ID, insurance, records, cash)
👕 Medications, eyeglasses, clothing, sturdy shoes
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🏠 **Have a Plan**
• Talk with your family about emergencies
• Safest place in your home during a storm is:
👉 Basement (best option)
👉 If no basement: interior room with few windows
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🚨 **REMEMBER:** Preparation can make all the difference.
Stay safe and look out for one another.
— **Lindley Presho Volunteer Fire Department** 🚒
