MIFD Gets Thermal Imager

The Monkey Island Fire Department has received a $10,000 donation from someone who wishes to remain anonymous and the department has purchased a Thermal Imager, Carl Tesreau, Chief, reported.
Thermal Imagers are sophisticated infrared devices that give firefighters a thermal picture of their work environment, enabling them to see through smoke to identify victims, pinpoint fires, and recognize structural dangers before they cause injury or death. There have been many cases throughout the U.S. where the devices have saved lives.
The T3 imager weighs less than three pounds and is the lightest weight handheld firefighting thermal imager available.
The MIFD just received an ISO rating of 6, up from 7, which will help Monkey Island homeowners on their insurance rates, Chief Tesreau reported.
The Women's Auxiliary of the fire department is having a "Bizaare Bazaar" on Saturday, Oct. 8 where donations of furniture, household items, books, toys, tools, equipment, and just about anything in good condition, will be for sale. Booths are available for $20 each for crafters or fresh produce. A food concession with hot dogs and a bake sale will also be feature.
Call Ruth Kirkpatrick at 257-5881 for booth space, organizers said.