COUNTY LIFE
New BVFD E-tools get a workout
Members of the City of Bowie Fire Department took part in training on its new extrication tools this week.
The firefighters traveled to Wendell Phillips wrecking yard to practice on some old vehicles. Fire Chief Doug Page said the new equipment includes a Hurst tool, often called “Jaws of Life.”
While the firefighters have used the jaws for years, the new tools are more powerful and easier to use.
The new tools operate at 10,000 psi, compared to 5,000 psi on the old jaws. The new ones also are self-contained and battery operated, whereas the other unit requires an external pump and hoses. Page added they also were able to talk while the unit was being used, unlike the old tool that was very loud. Read the full story in the mid-week News.
Local libraries wrap up their children’s summer reading programs this week.
The Bowie Public Library brings the popular Creature Teacher with all their spectacular animals for the final event on July 23 at the Bowie Community Center.
The program begins at 10 am. The children also will receive their prize books for their summer logs.
The Nocona Public Library ends its program at 10 a.m. on July 24 at the H.J. Justin Building at 100 Clay Street. The program will be “Our Own Action Heroes -” Nocona fire, police and EMTs.
Top photo – Smokey Bear visiting Bowie last week at summer reading.
Rachel and Roger Whitaker gave this metal storage container a fresh look with this colorful mural at the Bowie Animal Shelter. (Photo by Barbara Green)
Swim lessons for youngsters of all ages were conducted the past two weeks at the city pool. It was a good place to be during this summer heat. See more photos in the weekend News. (Photos by Barbara Green)
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