Enterprise Fire Chief Paul Karvoski uses the term “totally insane” to describe proposed federal regulations for fire departments, search and rescue units and other emergency responders.
The combustible combination of lightning, a record-setting heat wave, a weeks-long dry spell and gale-force winds on Sunday afternoon, July 31, contributed to Baker County’s biggest wildfire so far this
But not in 2020.
The Elks had to add a second truck to their fleet to satisfy the need this year.
The Baker Lodge delivered about 130 boxes of food and, for families with kids, donated toys, said Morgan Brinton, public relations chairperson.
Last year was more typical, with about 60 boxes, Brinton said.
âThe need was definitely there,â she said.
Brinton said the Elks Lodge saw a similar increase in interest for its annual free Veterans Day dinner for veterans, which this year, in deference to the pandemic, was a takeout and delivery meal.
Brinton said the Elks Lodge has no formal application process for families or residents who would appreciate receiving a Christmas box.