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WINTER STORM WARNING - OLDHAM COUNTY, KENTUCKY |
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Winter Storm Warning:
Issued at: 3:32 PM EST 2/8/10, expires at: 11:45 PM EST 2/8/10
Winter storm warning remains in effect from 7 pm est /6 pm cst/ this evening to 1 pm est /noon cst/ Tuesday,
Timing: Snow will develop close to midnight across north central Kentucky and south central Indiana. Across east central Kentucky the snow will begin by 2am est.
Main impact: Snow will cover roadways tonight with temperatures at or below the freezing mark. Snow will produce slick and hazardous driving conditions for the morning commute Tuesday.
Snowfall amounts: Snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches are expected with locally higher amounts possible across south central Indiana. Across much of north central Kentucky including louisville and lexington around 4 inches of snow is forecast.
Precautionary/preparedness actions,
A winter storm warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather conditions are expected. Significant amounts of snow are forecast that will make travel dangerous. Only travel in an emergency. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
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Multi-vehicle Accident Shuts Down 71 North
JANUARY 29
- Crews from LFRD were dispatched to I-71 North at the 23 mile marker Wednesday afternoon at the beginning of rush hour for an injury accident. Crews arrived on scene to find several vehicles with significant damage in the roadway and one in the median. A total of 4 patients were transported to area hospitals. Roadway closure was approximately 30 minutes while the wreckage was cleared. ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Annual Award Banquet and Dinner
JANUARY 19
- The food was plentiful and the awards kept flowing at the Annual Awards Banquet and Dinner this past Saturday night at the John Black Community Center. Classic Cuisine received many compliments on the food provided to guests, as was evident by those making return trips to the buffet. Numerous awards were given after dinner, most notable were the Rookie of the Year and the FireFighter of the year. ... (Full Story & Photos)
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CPR & Patient Packaging Training
JANUARY 19
- Monday evening training was split into two groups on Jan. 18th with one group doing CPR recertification and the second group receiving a refresher on patient packaging with Lead Instructor Major Mike Rouser directing the instruction. Great training for all in attendance. Thanks to Oldham County EMS for the use of their equipment for the evening. ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Vehicle Fire - 1st Ave. & W. Main St.
JANUARY 14
- Dispatched at 1321hrs, on scene at 1322hrs, working vehicle fire extinguished, report taken, and cleared the air at 1341hrs. It don't get much better than that! Thanks to the Green Shift for the prompt, effective and professional work this afternoon. ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Early Morning Incident Shuts Down 71 NB
JANUARY 12
- Tones were dropped at 0515hrs Tuesday, Jan. 12th on a report of a semi-truck vs. a passenger car on I-71 NB at the Oldham/Henry county line. Investigation of the incident revealed that the semi struck a passenger car that was unoccupied and parked in the emergency lane with the flashers illuminated. The impact of the crash was great enough to drive the front axle of the semi to the rear axles of the ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Winter Weather vs. I-71
JANUARY 08
- A blast of artic air in the region provided 3-4 inches of snowfall and made conditions right for hazardous driving beginning early on the morning of Thursday, Jan. 7th. Slick roadways and what was described as "speeds not appropriate for conditions" resulted in 2 semi-truck jackknifes and 1 semi-truck rollover along I-71 SB that shut down all traffic several times through out the day. Numerous other ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Santa Arrives at Buckner Elementary
DECEMBER 13
- Crew members working Saturday morning had the special assignment of delivering Mr. & Mrs. Claus to Buckner Elementary School for an event called "Breakfast with Santa". Riding in style, Santa was driven in Rescue Engine 4535 to the school where children where treated to photos with Santa, various crafts, and a unique experience of handmade candy canes. Of course the crew on duty was more interested ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Working Vehicle Fire I-71 Exit Ramp
DECEMBER 07
- Engine 4531 arrived on scene within minutes of dispatch on a vehicle fire at the 22 North Bound exit ramp of I-71. The call came in at 1512 hrs and traffic was blocked for only a short period of time due to quick work by the Blue Crew. The couple driving the S80 Volvo were only 1/2 mile from home when the vehicle made a strange noise and suddenly lost power as they pulled to the side of the exit ... (Full Story & Photos)
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