In October 1871, there were two devastating fires that occurred almost simultaneously. The best known of the two fires is the Great Chicago Fire. Everyone has heard the story of Mrs. O'Leary's cow supposedly kicking over a lantern and starting a fire ...
Welcome to the Colorado Rockies. If you have come to experience these mountains from a lower altitude you may not be aware of the effects of our thinner air. Driving over Vail Pass (10,600 feet above sea level) and through the Eisenhower tunnel (over 1 ...
Al Bosworth Vail, CO Colorado May 14, 2008 Comments Print Email As I write this article, the front door is propped open, its sunny and warm, and it feels like spring has finally sprung in the valley. We all look forward to summers, but before the ...
Al Bosworth Vail Fire & Emergency Services Vail, CO Colorado February 9, 2008 Comments Print Email Child-proofing your home can seem like a huge task, but considering some of the statistics on child injuries, even a little bit can go a long way. ...
Al Bosworth Vail Fire & Emergency Services Vail, CO Colorado January 3, 2008 Comments Print Email The most dangerous place for a firefighter is not in a burning building. It is at the scene of a car accident. And while the title of this article ...
Al Bosworth Vail CO, Colorado December 9, 2007 Comments Print Email Nothing can be more devastating than a fire during the holidays and special safety precautions should be taken during this time of year. A burning tree can rapidly fill a room ...
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