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East of England
Joined January 2023
Happy Birthday Tim It's our founders birthday today! - Wish him Happy Birthday
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#Bedfordshire #Thunder - Guess what that means! - We are out and about, If you see us feel free to say Hello!
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Water Rescue Unit! We are creating our own Rescue3 Water Rescue Team using the DEFRA Toolkit.
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Q, Can you spot the dangers in flood water? Let us know what you see!
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Every donation helps us to purchase the equipment and training we need to be prepared for any #emergency. Train our volunteers in water rescue techniques Respond to water emergencies quickly and effectively Even a small donation can make a big difference. Please donate today
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Walking in flood water can be very dangerous, even if it is not very deep. Flood water can contain many hazards, including: Strong currents: Even shallow flood water can have strong currents that can sweep you off your feet. Debris: Flood water can carry debris such as branches, rocks, and furniture. This debris can cause injuries if you come into contact with it. Chemicals and pollutants: Flood water can contain chemicals and pollutants from industrial sites, farms, and septic tanks. These substances can be harmful to your health if you come into contact with them. Disease-causing bacteria: Flood water can contain bacteria that can cause diarrhea, vomiting, and other illnesses.
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We are still here! New Jobs Coming Soon! Are you looking for a new volunteering job? If so, you're in luck! There are a number of new jobs coming soon. *Director - Help run EECERT *Medical - First Aider *Water Rescue *HR *General Volunteers
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#ToHelpMyAnxiety Mental Health Awareness Week is an annual event which prompts everyone to focus on achieving good mental health. The Foundation started the event and continues to set the theme, organise and host the week. #everymindmatters #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
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Symptoms of a stroke - May is #StrokeAwarenessMonth. The main symptoms of stroke can be remembered with the word FAST: FACE ARMS SPEECH TIME buff.ly/2IWlQ2h
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#InternationalNursesDay #FlorenceNightingaleBirthday A day to recognsise the hard work and how important a role of a nurse is around the world. Also the Birthday of Florence nightingale.
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This is why we need volunteers! - News Headlines in East of England "Hertfordshire: Flash flooding during thunderstorms causes disruption" "Shops flooded in Harpenden as torrent of water surges down street" "Video captures flash flooding and hail in Hertfordshire"
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we can't stop the floods but we could be out helping before or after an incident, Protecting with Flood gear or even after with a clean up.
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#MayTheFourthBeWithYou #WorldStarWarsDay “We’ll always be with you. No one’s ever really gone. A thousand generations live in you now.” What is your Star Wars quote?
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Today is Firefighters' Memorial Day! #FMD23 It's our time to pay respects to all who have died to protect others. Much Love from everyone at EECERT
Today is Firefighters' Memorial Day 🚒 Stations around the county will be holding a minute's silence at 12.00pm to pay their respects to firefighters who have died whilst protecting others. #FMD23
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#HEATWAVE Wait I know it's only #Spring! but make a note of the steps below. buff.ly/3KhmVEh
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happily.submerged.pulses This is our new office what3words location!
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#Stafesafe #Mayday While out over the May Bank Bank holiday, Remember to stay safe and enjoy
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