Wed night forest fire

We would like to personally thank all ATVers that answered our emergency call late last night to assist our fire dept's. who were fighting the fire in ChippinHook on Walker MT.. And those who stayed through out the night and today transporting fire fighters and equipment to hotspots. The fire lit up the MT. but the head lights of all the ATV's lit up the MT. as well. Many acres were affected, but because of the ATVers it enabled our brave Fire Depts. to safely access, control and put out the fire in the dark of night where no trucks could go.

I have received an email today with deep appreciation and thanks from the Clarendon Fire Dept. and personally from Ted Sheloski.

And at this time I'd like to update our BMAC phone call list of ATVers willing to be called by phone for emergency response. This doesn't mean a firm commitment to be there, but if the circumstances are right for you, you'll be aware of when help with your ATV is needed. What I need is names and phone numbers.

FYI, I have been in discussion through these last few years with my local VET, Janet Carni explaining our training drills with local emergency reponse. The day after Irene she, in her position with EMS requested that the Red Cross allow BMAC to offer our clubs ATV services. They had to get permission from the national Red Cross headquarters. It took 3 weeks after our emergency of Irene flooding, but BMAC received the official word from the National Red Cross that BMAC has been approved to be called on in an emergency situation such as Irene.

Again deepest thanks for your help
Great job everyone!

Connie