Police have seized 80,000 worth of cannabis from a house in Bedworth.

They carried out a drugs raid at a property in Celandine Way and discovered the cannabis factory in operation.

Officers from Bedworth Safer Neighbourhood Team, along with colleagues from Nuneaton, were behind the sting yesterday morning (December 15).

They seized what has been described as a 'large number' of cannabis plants with a street value of 80,000.

A man, aged 20, was arrested and remains in police custody.

PC Stacey Naughton, Bedworth West beat manager, explained the set-up of the cannabis factory could have put lives at risk as there were several 'loose live wires'.

"The age old debate of whether this type of drug should be legalised or not, is irrelevant," PC Naughton said. "It is against the law, that we joined to upheld. This property was an absolute fire risk due to the massive overloading of plug sockets, the electric meter had been bypassed and there were several loose live wires within the property that could spark at any point.

"The property is adjoined to others and as such puts many lives at risk which clearly was not a consideration for those that wish to line their own pockets and make a monetary gain whilst risking the lives of others blissfully unaware of the danger they are in."

PC Naughton added that they will continue to put a stop to the drugs network in the area, adding "Our ultimate goal is to preserve and protect life and who knows if today we have prevented something that may have cost someone their own life in the near future."

It is the latest drugs raid in the area.

As we reported in our newsletter officers 3,200 plants at a factory on the industrial estate in the town last week.

Anyone with any information on the find in Bayton Road should contact Warwickshire Police via its website or by calling 101.

Details can be passed onto investigating officers via the independent charity Crimestoppers, which is free to call from a landine and confidential, on 0800 555 111 or online at http://www.crimestoppers-uk.org

You can stay up-to-date with all the latest crime stories from across Coventry and Warwickshire by joining our crime group on Facebook.

To sign up for our newsletter, delivered free to your inbox, click here.

Original post:
Cannabis plants worth 80k discovered in house with 'loose live wires' - Coventry Live

Source: Friends of Mission Canyon

[On Tuesday], utility crews completed the removal of surplus utility poles and wires along the popular Tunnel Road Hiking Trail in upper Mission Canyon. This action was the product of several years of advocacy by Friends of Mission Canyon.

The hiking public will immediately notice a different look and feel for the lower section of Tunnel Trail explained Marc Chytilo, counsel to the community group Friends of Mission Canyon (FOMC). The removal of the overhead wires and eight telephone poles from just north of the trailhead to the bridge opens up views for hikers and eliminates a significant fire hazard.

FOMC developed the technical justification for removal of the electrical service, which served a telemetry station for a part of the citys water system. In 2019, after FOMCs repeated requests, the City agreed to use other methods to manage these facilities and informed SCE that it no longer needed the service. The removal was completed on December 15, 2020.

Residents of Mission Canyon are grateful the City agreed to terminate this service and seek removal of the overhead infrastructure explained David Lebell, President of the community group Friends of Mission Canyon.

This project is unrelated to SCEs unpermitted December 2019 grading project, which caused significant impacts to the trail and throughout upper Mission Canyon explained Chytilo. SCE is under orders to restore the habitat it impacted and remediate all the damage it caused by pushing debris off the road and into Mission Creek. SCE will also need to mitigate for impacts from trail closures, scarred cliffs and hillsides and increased fire risks.. President Lebell continued: We have asked SCE to move additional utilities underground in the upper canyon to reduce fire hazards and compensate for the visual impacts from their grading. The Tunnel Trail project demonstrates the benefits of removing overhead utilities in highly scenic and fire-prone areas.

The rest is here:
Poles and Wires Removed on Tunnel Hiking Trail - Santa Barbara Edhat

COVID-19 diagnostics

A mockup of an at-home test

MAMMOTH BIOSCIENCES

Much of the world became aware of the disease now known as COVID-19 in January, and impressively, a diagnostic PCR test became available the same month. Weve since seen an explosion in potential variations on that assay, including saliva tests, which bypass the need for scarce swabs, and a slew of techniques that could be considerably faster and cheaper than PCR, including breath tests, at-home antigen tests, a diagnostic that combines loop-mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP) and CRISPR, and even an AI model that detects telltale signs of COVID-19 from CT scans.

While diagnostics gave us hard numbers on SARS-CoV-2s devastating sweep, the rapid development of vaccines against it allowed us to imagine the pandemic coming under control. mRNA vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna were among the early leaders of the vaccine race, training the spotlight on a newer technique that had been attempted for other diseases but had not yet made it to the market before 2020. The principle is to deliver a stretch of viral mRNA to recipients cells, which go on to manufacture viral proteins from the transcripts, provoking an immune response.

The year also saw researchers experimenting with other innovative ways of producing vaccines. In one examplewhich, unlike with mRNA vaccines, would avoid the need for cold temperatures during transport and storageresearchers showed that a flu vaccine delivered orally as a thin film induced an immune response in mice.

A colony of spotted wing Drosophila flies entomologist Hannah Burrack maintained at home

COURTESY HANNAH BURRACK

The pandemics effects on science were far-reaching, and necessitated adaptation as many researchers were shut out of their labs in a bid to prevent infection. Among the creative means scientists devised to continue their work was Cut&Tag@home, a protocol for profiling chromosome components that Steven Henikoff of the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center devised in his laundry room.

Induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) have proved a boon to research, but most labs grow the cells in expensive commercial media that require frequent tending to replenish the stock. In a paper at the start of this year, researchers described a DIY recipe for a medium with ingredients that cost a fraction of what commercial alternatives do, and that only needs to be changed every 3.5 days, enabling caretakers to have weekends off.

Neurositys Notion headset, released in 2019, is one of a handful of consumer brain-computer interface devices that scientists are adapting for their EEG research.

STEVE GONG

Collecting data on humans brain activity typically requires researchers to put their subjects into expensive MRI or PET scanners, or to affix wires to their skulls for a traditional EEG setup. But advances in brain-computer interface (BCI) technologymuch of it made with an eye toward the consumer market for devices that could be used for applications such as gaminghold the potential for neuroscientists to gather a wealth of brain activity information as subjects go about their daily activities. The field continued to advance this year with the release of two new BCI headsets, NextMind, which decodes visual attention, and the Neurosity Notion 2, an upgraded iteration of a product that, while designed for coders, can also be used to collect research data.

See original here:
Top Technical Advances of 2020 - The Scientist

DUBLIN, Dec. 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- The "More Electric Aircraft Market by End User (Civil, Military), Aircraft System, Component, Application (Power Generation, Power Distribution, Power Conversion, Energy Storage), Aircraft Type (Fixed Wing, Rotary Wing), Region - Global Forecast to 2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

The global more electric aircraft market is estimated to be USD 1,504 million in 2020 and is projected to reach USD 3,359 million by 2025, at a CAGR of 17.4% during the forecast period.

Recent technological advancements in the field of power electronics, fault-tolerant architecture, electro-hydrostatic actuators, flight control systems, high-density electric motors, and power generation and conversion systems have fueled the adoption of MEA.

The COVID-19 outbreak has impacted the aviation industry adversely due to air travel restrictions on domestic as well as international flights across countries, resulting in the sudden decrease in the air traffic. This is expected to negatively impact the more electric aircraft market in the short term; slow recovery is expected in Q1 of 2021. The aviation industry could take 2-3 years to recover from the financial effects of COVID-19, leading to lower air travels and passenger traffic compared to previous estimates.

Based on aircraft system, propulsion segment projected to lead more electric aircraft market during the forecast period

Based on aircraft system, the more electric aircraft market is segmented into propulsion system and airframe system. Electrification of various propulsion and airframe systems enables aircraft to reduce carbon emissions and the overall operational cost. The rising focus of major OEMs such as Airbus on the development of electric propulsion systems is expected to drive the propulsion system segment during the forecast period

Based on application, power distribution segment projected to lead more electric aircraft market during the forecast period

Based on application, the more electric aircraft is segmented into power generation, power distribution, power conversion, and energy storage. The power distribution system is highly flexible, fault-tolerant, and is controlled by a redundant microprocessor system. In this system, electrical power is supplied to the primary power distribution system, wherein the contactor control unit (CCU) and high-power contactor are located across generators, auxiliary power units (APU), batteries, and ground sources.

Based on end user, the civil segment accounts for the largest market size during the forecast period

Based on end user, the more electric aircraft market is segmented into civil and military. The civil segment is estimated to account for a larger share in 2020 as compared to the military segment. Carbon and nitrogen oxide emissions, high fuel consumption, and high maintenance costs are some of the challenges in the civil segment.

Europe is expected to account for the largest share in 2020

The more electric aircraft market has been studied for North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa and Africa. Europe is estimated to account for the largest share of the global market in 2020. The aviation industry in Europe is aiming to use new advanced materials, such as gamma-titanium aluminides and single crystals, with improved mechanical properties in aircraft; these advanced engines help aircraft reduce their fuel consumption, carbon emissions, and noise. Key manufacturers of more electric aircraft in Europe include Rolls-Royce (UK), Safran Group (France), Airbus (Netherlands), and Thales Group (France).

Key Topics Covered:

1 Introduction

2 Research Methodology

3 Executive Summary

4 Premium Insights4.1 Attractive Opportunities in More Electric Aircraft Market4.2 More Electric Aircraft Market, by Application4.3 More Electric Aircraft Market, by Major Countries

5 Market Overview5.1 Market Introduction5.2 Market Dynamics5.2.1 Drivers5.2.1.1 Optimized Aircraft Performance5.2.1.2 Reduction in Operational and Maintenance Costs5.2.1.3 Reduced Emissions and Noise Pollution5.2.2 Restraints5.2.2.1 Heavy Investments and Longer Clearance Period5.2.3 Opportunities5.2.3.1 Advancements in High-Density Battery Solutions5.2.3.2 Emergence of Alternative Power Sources for Electric Power Generation5.2.3.3 Development of Advanced Power Electronic Components5.2.4 Challenges5.2.4.1 Thermal Management in Electrical Systems5.2.4.2 Reliability of Electrical Systems in Harsh Environments5.2.4.3 Economic Challenges Faced by the Aviation Industry due to COVID-195.3 Range/Scenarios5.4 COVID-19 Impact Analysis5.5 Trends/Disruptions Impacting Customers' Business5.5.1 Revenue Shift and New Revenue Pockets for More Electric Aircraft Market5.6 Market Ecosystem5.6.1 Prominent Companies5.6.2 Private and Small Enterprises5.6.3 End-users5.7 Pricing Analysis5.8 Value Chain Analysis5.9 Porter's Five Forces Analysis5.10 Technology Analysis5.10.1 Fuel Cell Technology5.10.2 Electric Actuation System5.11 Case Study Analysis5.11.1 More Electric Architecture by Honeywell5.12 More Electric Aircraft, by Aircraft Type

6 Industry Trends6.1 Introduction6.2 Aircraft Electrification Technology Roadmap (2016 to 2040)6.3 Industry Trends6.3.1 Electrical Systems in Aircraft6.3.2 Shift from Hydraulic Landing Gear & Braking Systems to Electric6.3.3 Electric-Powered Aircraft6.3.4 Electrical and Electronics Technologies6.3.4.1 Machine Technologies6.3.4.2 Power Electronics6.3.4.3 Energy Management6.4 Advanced Batteries6.4.1 Lithium-Sulfur (Li-S)6.5 Electric Motor-Driven Smart Pumps6.6 Impact of Megatrends6.7 Innovations and Patent Registrations

7 More Electric Aircraft Market, by Aircraft System7.1 Introduction7.2 Propulsion System7.2.1 Development of Propulsion Systems by Oems is Expected to Drive this Segment7.2.2 Fuel Management System7.2.3 Thrust Reverser System7.3 Airframe System7.3.1 Increasing Demand to Ensure Safety During Flight Operations is Expected to Drive this Segment7.3.2 Environmental Control System7.3.3 Accessory Drive System7.3.4 Power Management System7.3.5 Cabin Interior System7.3.6 Flight Control System

8 More Electric Aircraft Market, by Component8.1 Introduction8.2 Engines8.2.1 No-Bleed Engine Architecture is Used for Engine Cowl Ice Protection and Pressurization of Hydraulic Reservoirs in Mea8.3 Batteries8.3.1 Lithium-Sulfur and Lithium Titanate Batteries are the Future of Aircraft Batteries8.3.2 Nickel-Based8.3.3 Lead-Acid-Based8.3.4 Lithium-Based8.4 Fuel Cells8.4.1 Increased Efficiency of a Fuel Cell Can Reduce the Fuel Load on Aircraft8.5 Solar Cells8.5.1 Airplanes Equipped with Solar Cells Can Fly Without Liquid Fuel8.6 Generators8.6.1 Enerators Convert Mechanical Energy into Electrical Energy and are Widely Used in Light Aircraft8.6.2 Starter Generator8.6.3 Auxiliary Power Unit (APU)8.6.4 Variable Speed Constant Frequency (VSCF) Generator8.7 Actuators8.7.1 Actuators Helps in Achieving Physical Movement Through Conversion of Electrical Energy8.7.2 Electric8.7.3 Hybrid Electric8.7.3.1 Electro-Hydro-Static Actuators(Eha)8.7.3.2 Electro-Mechanical Actuators (Ema)8.7.3.3 Electrical-Backup Hydraulic Actuators8.8 Electric Pumps8.8.1 Adoption of Electric Pumps is Increasing for Next-Generation Aircraft8.9 Power Electronics8.9.1 Growing Focus to Reduce Aircraft Weight with Higher Electric Power Generation Capacity Expected to Stimulate the Demand for Power Electronics8.9.2 Rectifiers8.9.3 Inverters8.9.4 Converters8.10 Distribution Devices8.10.1 Need for Distribution of Electricity with Minimal Leakage of Power Drive the Demand for Distribution Devices8.10.2 Wires & Cables8.10.3 Connectors & Connector Accessories8.10.4 Busbars8.11 Valves8.11.1 Valves are Intended to Regulate Gas Levels in the MEA Engine8.12 Landing Gear8.12.1 Growing Adoption of Components in Landing Gear Driven by Electric Energy is Expected to Drive the Market

9 More Electric Aircraft Market, by Application9.1 Introduction9.2 Power Generation9.2.1 Increasing Demand for More Electric Architecture Fueling the Growth of the Power Generation9.3 Power Distribution9.3.1 Ability to Detect Voltage and Provide Prompt Load Shut-Off Drive this Segment9.4 Power Conversion9.4.1 Increase in Operational Efficiency & Weight Reduction Drive the Demand for Power Conversion Systems9.5 Energy Storage9.5.1 Increasing Use of Advanced Battery and Fuel Cell Systems Boosting the Demand for Energy Storage

10 More Electric Aircraft Market, by Aircraft Type10.1 Introduction10.2 Impact of COVID-19 on Aircraft Type Segment10.2.1 Most Impacted Aircraft Type Segment10.2.1.1 Fixed Wing10.2.2 Least Impacted Aircraft Type Segment10.2.2.1 Rotary Wing10.3 Fixed Wing10.3.1 Frequent Modifications in Aircraft Architecture Expected to Fuel the Demand for More Electric Architecture in Fixed Wing Aircraft10.3.2 Narrow Body Aircraft (NBA)10.3.3 Wide Body Aircraft (WBA)10.3.4 Regional Aircraft10.3.5 Fighter Jets10.3.6 Business Jets10.4 Rotary Wing10.4.1 Fans in Rotary Wing Aircraft are Powered by Distributed Electric Systems Using Conventional Gas Turbine Engines10.4.2 Medium Helicopters10.4.3 Heavy Helicopters11 More Electric Aircraft Market, by End-user11.1 Introduction11.2 Impact of COVID-19 on End-user Segment11.2.1 Most Impacted End-user Segment11.2.1.1 Civil11.2.2 Least Impacted End-user Segment11.2.2.1 Military11.3 Civil11.3.1 Increasing Demand to Reduce Aircraft Weight Has Propelled the Growth of Civil More Electric Aircraft Market11.4 Military11.4.1 Development of New Technologies and Electric Equipment to Strengthen Military Operations Drive this Segment

12 Regional Analysis12.1 Introduction12.2 Impact of COVID-19 on More Electric Aircraft Market, by Region12.3 Global Scenarios of More Electric Aircraft Market12.4 North America12.5 Europe12.6 Asia-Pacific12.7 Middle East & Africa12.8 Latin America

13 Competitive Landscape13.1 Overview13.2 Ranking of Leading Players, 201913.3 Market Share Analysis of Leading Players, 201913.4 Company Evaluation Quadrant13.4.1 Star13.4.2 Emerging Leader13.4.3 Pervasive13.4.4 Participant13.4.5 More Electric Aircraft Market Competitive Leadership Mapping (Startups)13.4.5.1 Progressive Companies13.4.5.2 Responsive Companies13.4.5.3 Dynamic Companies13.4.5.4 Starting Blocks13.5 Competitive Scenario13.5.1 Mergers & Acquisitions13.5.2 New Product Launches13.5.3 Contracts, Partnerships & Agreements13.5.4 Collaborations14 Company Profiles - System Integrators and Component Manufacturers14.1 Safran S.A.14.2 Honeywell International Inc14.3 Raytheon Technologies Corporation14.4 Thales Group14.5 GE Aviation14.6 Bae Systems14.7 Embraer S.A14.8 Liebherr14.9 Magnix14.10 Ametek.Inc14.11 Nabtesco Corporation14.12 Elbit Systems14.13 Bombardier14.14 Moog Inc14.15 Astronics Corporation14.16 Rolls-Royce plc14.17 Eaton14.18 Parker Hannifin Corp14.19 Amphenol Corporation14.20 Meggit14.21 PBS Aerospace14.22 Avionic Instruments LLC14.23 Eaglepicher Technologies, LLC14.24 Pioneer Magnetics14.25 Wright Electric15 More Electric Aircraft Adjacent Market

16 Appendix

For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/volv44

Research and Markets also offers Custom Research services providing focused, comprehensive and tailored research.

Media Contact:

Research and Markets Laura Wood, Senior Manager [emailprotected]

For E.S.T Office Hours Call +1-917-300-0470 For U.S./CAN Toll Free Call +1-800-526-8630 For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900

U.S. Fax: 646-607-1904 Fax (outside U.S.): +353-1-481-1716

SOURCE Research and Markets

http://www.researchandmarkets.com

See the article here:
More Electric Aircraft Market by End-user, Aircraft System, Component, Application, Aircraft Type and Region - Global Forecast to 2025 - PRNewswire

MEMPHIS, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As the winter months begin, it is typical for rodents such as rats and mice to head indoors for warmth like the rest of us. And according to Terminix (NYSE: TMX), a leading provider of pest management services, rodent issues are on the rise across the country. The company is reminding homeowners to consider that this year, in particular, with some restaurants and businesses shut down due to COVID-19, rodents may be more prone to finding indoor spaces in homes for warmth and food.

From cities to rural areas, rodents are incredibly adaptable and opportunistic food scavengers. Now more than ever as homes have become the center of daily living rats and mice are invading homes at an increased rate. In fact, Terminix has seen a 13 percent increase in rodent-related requests1 over last year, likely due to the effects of the pandemic.

Attempting to control a rat or mouse infestation alone can be difficult. Effective and lasting rodent control requires an integrated approach, including preventive measures to keep rodents from getting into homes, reducing places they can live, trapping and monitoring, and increased sanitation measures to protect homes and families. Backed by the Terminix Promise, Terminix is helping customers protect their homes for the holidays and beyond by identifying entry points and conditions that allow rodents to thrive.2

Most homeowners are familiar with the common signs of rats and mice, including finding droppings, damaged boxes and papers, noises from within walls or in attics, and even chewed wiring, said Dan Baldwin, director of technical services for Terminix. Often, these are just a glimpse of more serious, costly, and potentially dangerous problems for your home. Rats and mice can carry and spread pathogens bacteria, viruses, and other organisms that can cause disease into and throughout a house, contaminating food, kitchen countertops, and any other area they contact. Chewed electrical wiring can lead to fires, and damaged data cables can be a major disruption to homeowners. For those reasons, homeowners have always trusted our trained and professional teammates for the proper and thorough removal of these rodents.

For homeowners trying to determine if an infestation is possible in their home, Terminix offers these tips to start:

If you have any of the above signs of infestation, contact your local Terminix representative. Terminix can not only help once an infestation occurs, but the Terminix team can also provide solutions that help prevent damage this season. To schedule a FREE inspection and learn how Terminix is committed to the safety and well-being of employees, customers and communities during COVID-19, visit Terminix.com or call 1-800-Terminix.

About Terminix

Terminix Global Holdings (NYSE: TMX) is a leading provider of residential and commercial pest control. The company provides pest management services and protection against termites, mosquitoes, rodents and other pests. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., with more than 10,500 teammates and 2.8 million customers in 24 countries and territories, the company visits more than 50,000 homes and businesses every day. To learn more about Terminix, visit Terminix.com or LinkedIn.com/company/terminix.

1 Rodent-related requests for inspection and/or service at residential locations based on company information (January November 2019 vs. January November 2020).

2 The Terminix Promise means you can relax knowing well keep rodents and wildlife out of your home. For as long as you keep your plan, well do the following at no additional cost to you: Take care of the new rodent or wildlife infestation, repair damaged exclusion components or materials we installed, and seal any new entry points that were created. Coverage includes rats, mice, bats, tree squirrels, flying squirrels, raccoons, opossums, skunks, groundhogs, armadillos, pigeons, starlings and sparrows. Limitations apply. See Plan for details.

Read the original post:
Terminix Reminds Homeowners that Rat Infestations Heat Up as Temperatures Drop - Business Wire

Joyce Orlando|The Shelby Star

City Electric Supply looks to spark some new businessin Kings Mountain with its latest store.

The electrical wholesale company opened its first store in town at the beginning of December with a familiar face heading up the branch on York Road. Gerald Smith, a resident of Kings Mountain for 24 years, is the new general manager and is looking forward to serving the people in the place he calls home.

We try to engage with everyone. Its not just a, 'Hey, how are you,' get the sale done. We talk to people. We want them to come in and have coffee, tell us how theyre doing, how their family is doing, Smith said. People come in and tell us how excited they are to be here and for us to be here. We have a personal feel that says, This is your place, too.'

This is the Dallas, Texas, based companys second store in Cleveland County offering everything from electrical outlet covers, to weatherproofing materials, to wiring all withpersonalized service and support for customers in the residential, commercial and industrial marketplace.

The company opened up shop in Kings Mountain due to growth from neighboring industries, residential developments and commercial businesses. And while not exactly a local business, City Electric works to have a hometown feel to it, Smith said. So far, it has drawn in residential customers as well as larger groups.

I dont know if it's hometown stuff, but theyre more open to supporting a local business, Smith said. Were the first distributor here. The only places close by are hardware stores. We dont have a lot of competitors over here.

Smith is happy about the warm welcome so far and anticipates the company will be busy in the future with local projects such as the 24M warehouse, townhomes, apartments and restaurants coming into the area as Kings Mountain continues to expand.

People come in and tell us how excited they are to be here and for us to be here. We have a personal feel that says, This is your place, too, Smith said.

Joyce Orlando can be reached at 704-669-3341 or find her on Twitter @Star_J_Orlando.

City Electric Supply's newest location is at 209 York Road, Kings Mountain. The electrical supply store is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon. They can be reached at 704-750-8117.

Go here to see the original:
A new light in the Kings Mountain business world - Shelby Star

Akira Kyles|The Fayetteville Observer

Nine-year-old John Palmer Kells fell in love with inflatables after he was given one when he was 4 years old. After growing his collection of inflatables, he and his dad put on their fourth display for the holiday season.

John Palmer hasa collection of between 70 to 80 inflatables that are included in his displays with his dad, John Kells,at their home in Fayetteville.

John, an engineer, has encouraged his passion of inflatables, and they started putting up the family's Christmas displays together. John said that John Palmer, now 9, usually gets more inflatables added to his collection for Christmas and his birthday.

According to John Kells, they got the inspiration for their display from a show they would see that was synchronized to a radio station. They would drive over and sit there for an hour and watch the show every night.

"I started saying 'I want to do it,'" John Palmer said.

After a couple of years, John said they got the system and software so they could start making displays themselves.

"There's this company called Light-O-Rama, they produce a software that you load into your computer and it sends a signal to a control box out in the yard that has 16 different plugs, and the software tells those plugs when to turn on and off," said John. "You connect your lights to those plugs and that's how it synchronizes, and John Palmer's real interest in it has always been the electrical wiring part of it."

John Palmer said finding places and putting the inflatablesand wires in, arranging the display and planning it are his favorite parts of the process.John Palmer has different scenes that he also likes to set up.

"He's got a Snoopy scene and he's got penguins and different scenes," John said. "He likes to arrange those scenes of inflatables and get them looking good."

Of all the inflatables, John Palmer said his Snoopy is his favorite.

In addition to Christmas, John Palmer also does a Halloween display each year.

John mainly helps John Palmer by hoisting things and rigging up apulley system to suspend some airplanes and helicopters from trees.

John Palmer has some friends who come by to see his display when it's complete and get a better sense of how into it he is.

"They knew I was obsessed with it and stuff, but they didn't know how many of them I had," said John Palmer.

John said they expanded this year's display.

"We just think that this is the right year to expand it a little to givesome peoplesomething to look forward to," said John.

John's wife, Lacy Kells, said they get a lot of positive feedback about the displayfrom the communityon Facebook

"Everybody has been particularly excited about this year. Most people say 'please tell John Palmer thank you. It's really brought us so much joy driving by every day, especially this yearwhen things have been so hard,'" Lacy said."Surprisingly, we even get a lot of adults driving by, just grownups, and they're just in their cars grinning from ear to earbut particularly, I think we hear squeals from childrenfrom the backseat of cars just about every night as they drive bythe display. That's really, I think, one of the best compliments we get is just hearing the childrenyelling in the backseat."

More: Here are 5 places to see Christmas lights in the Fayetteville area

As interested as John Palmer is in his holiday displays and wiring, his parents said they could see him going into electrical engineering or some sort of design in the future.

"He likes to tinker with things, so he likes to deconstruct and figure out how things work," said John."I think that's part of what he likes about it, he spends a lot of time with his grandfather, me also, but I'm working a lotduring the day. His grandfather and he, they repair a lot of these inflatables and I think that he really enjoys that aspect of it."

Support local journalism with a subscription to The Fayetteville Observer. Click the "subscribe'' link at the top of this article.

Staff writerAkira Kyles can be reachedatakyles@gannett.com.

Read the original here:
Fayetteville father and son duo put on annual Christmas display for fourth year in a row - The Fayetteville Observer

Westchester County Executive George Latimer and the Countys Department of Emergency Services (DES), under the leadership of Acting Commissioner Richard Wishnie and Deputy Commissioner Susan Spear, are teaming up to provide helpful fire safety tips for Westchester residents this holiday season.

Latimer said: The professionals here at DES know the ins and outs of fire safety. This holiday season while we all may be gathering less - heed their advice, follow these tips and keep your family safe from preventable accidents.

At DESs fire training facility, Latimer and the DES team will outline some important reminders to help keep your family safe and demonstrate just what exactly could go wrong. The four main topics covered will include Christmas tree and Holiday decoration safety, candle safety, electrical safety, and proper use of a fire extinguisher.

Wishnie said: The holiday season leads to an increase in these type of fire-related accidents. Westchesters career and volunteer firefighters are here to keep us all safe, but hopefully never need to use their training on your home thanks to these useful tips.

Christmas Tree & Holiday Decoration Safety

Home fire fatalities increase during the winter and while it is always festive to see holiday decorations, they can increase the risk for a home fire. Here are a few simple tips to keep your holidays safe:

Spear said: Dont let a fire emergency ruin your holiday season. Be smart, remain vigilant and follow these guidelines.

Chief of Training Branch, DES Fire Division Luci Labriola-Cuffe said:"Having a fire in your home is devastating any time of the year. We are offering these safety recommendations to help you and your family remain safe this holiday season."

Candle Safety

As more than 1/3 of home decoration fires are started by candles, be sure to follow these important tips:

Electrical Safety

On average, 5,000 people visit the emergency room each holiday season due to indoor and outdoor electrical decoration mishaps (i.e. falls, cuts, shocks, burns). Here are some electrical safety tips this holiday season:

Lastly, and most importantly, know the location, type, and purpose of your fire extinguisher. Know how to use the fire extinguisherbeforean emergency and if you have to use it use the PASS method: Pull (the pin), Aim (the nozzle), Squeeze (the handle), Sweep (from side to side).

Only use the fire extinguisher on small fires, if the fire doesnt go out after the use of one extinguisher, exit the home and call 911 immediately. Make sure you have a family exit plan and a have a meeting place outside to ensure all get out of the home safely.

Statistics courtesy of the U.S. Fire Administration and the National Fire Protection Association. Christmas tree for use a demonstration courtesy of Home Depot.

See more here:
County Executive George Latimer, Department of Emergency Services Demonstrate the Dos & Don'ts of Fire Safety During the Holiday Season -...

With Thanksgiving in the rearview mirror, many Ohioans have already begun their annual tradition of decorating for the upcoming winter holidays.

But while those festive lights, cookie-scented candles and beautiful evergreens make perfect additions to anyones holiday dcor, they can also increase the likelihood of a fire at home.

If this year has shown us anything, its that the health and safety of those we love is the most important priority, said State Fire Marshal Kevin S. Reardon. This holiday season, keep your loved ones in mind and always practice sound fire safety.

Electrical malfunction a common cause of fires started by holiday decorations contributed to 73 residential fires in Ohio last December. Cooking remained one of the leading causes of fires this time of year with 299. Of the 140 heating-related fires last December, 80 were confined to a chimney.

Were talking about fires that likely could have likely been prevented, said Ken Klouda, chief of the State Fire Marshals Fire Prevention Bureau. From inspecting the wires on your Christmas lights to having your fireplace cleaned each year, taking just a few small precautions can really go a long way.

Here are some steps you can take to stay safe.Decoration Safety:

Always follow manufacturer instructions when installing holiday lights, and never connect more than three strands together.

Inspect lights each year, and discard any with damaged sockets or wires.

Turn off lights and blow out candles when you leave the room.

When using lit candles, keep them in stable holders and away from combustibles.

Water your live Christmas tree daily and discard promptly when it becomes dry.

Do not block escape routes with a tree, decorations or presents.

Consider using battery-operated, flameless candles instead of lit candles.

Cooking Safety:

Do not leave any cooking area unattended.

Set a timer as a reminder of the food you are preparing.

Maintain a kid-free zone of three feet around the stove or areas where hot food or drinks are being prepared.

Keep paper towels and napkins away from hot surfaces.

Have an appropriate fire extinguisher handy.

If the situation becomes more serious, evacuate and call 911.Home Heating 101:

When using a fireplace, always burn clean, dry wood to reduce creosote buildup.

Have your chimneys cleaned and inspected at least once a year.

When using a space heater, keep a safe zone of three feet away from furniture, curtains or anything else that can burn.

Always turn off space heaters when leaving the room or sleeping.Chief Klouda also encourages Ohioans to not only have a working smoke alarms installed in their homes, but to also consider investing in a home sprinkler system both of which can prevent a fire from getting out of hand and give families plenty of time to escape safely.

Smoke alarms are going to give you the early warning you need to get out, stay out and be safe, Klouda said. Having a home sprinkler system provides an added benefit of knowing your belongings are going to be protected, your home is going to be protected and your life is going to be protected.TheDivision of State Fire Marshalis part of the Ohio Department of Commerce. The department is Ohios chief regulatory agency, focused on promoting prosperity and protecting what matters most to Ohioans and ensuring businesses follow the laws that help them create jobs and keep Ohioans safe. To learn more, visit com.ohio.gov.

Read this article:
Ohio Fire Marshal's Office: Deck the halls safely this holiday season - The Highland County Press

Brian Amaral|The Providence Journal

They all remember how quiet it was: Three patients at two COVID field hospitals in Rhode Island, and thats the first thing they say when theyre asked what its like to be inside one.

After a few hours or days in emergency rooms and hospital wards, with doctors buzzing around talking about code red this, code blue that, theyd been taken to one of the states new field hospitals. Suddenly all they could hear was a fellow patient coughing or the footsteps of doctors and nurseswho would occasionally poke their heads into theroom. Not so much as a room but a bit of space cordoned off by curtains on the vast floor of a convention center or an old bank building.

How are you doing? Need anything? recalled Sam Rachiele, who was at the field hospital at the Rhode Island Convention Center last week. Want anything? Want a doctor, need a nurse?

As the state faces an overwhelming surge of COVID cases and hospitalizations, a few dozen patients have been treated so far at two field hospitals set up since last week, one at the Rhode Island Convention Center in Providenceand one at an old Citizens Bank building in Cranston.

Rachiele is one of them. He was treated for COVID last week at the Rhode Island Convention Center field hospitalrun by Lifespan. It was an unexpected turn in a year with plenty of them. Months ago, his son, an electrician, was telling him how his company was putting in some of the wiring at one of the field hospitals.

He remembers thinking: Field hospitals? The hospitals are so big, there are so many in Rhode Island, why do you need extra hospitals?

But then a friend, a doctor, warned him: Its going to be booming by the end of the year.

And he was 100% right, Rachiele said.

He tested positive on Nov. 21. A Cranston resident, he is 75 years old. In March, he had open-heart surgery, which was the sort of underlying medical condition he was concerned about.

His symptoms were manageable at first. But early last Tuesday, he was in the bathroom washing his hands,and he passed out. His back hit the toilet. The toilet broke his fall and he in turn broke the toilet. His wife, Joan, called for help and he was taken to Rhode Island Hospital in Providence by ambulance.

I just had my fingers crossed that my wife would eventually come and pick me up, he said. You hear so many people go in and never come out. Thats the only thing that went through my mind. My family is No. 1 with me.

The scene at Rhode Island Hospital was unimaginable. This was 2020, in the United States, and he was fourth in line just to get into a room. When the hospital staff had him walk around to test his oxygen levels, he saw everyone else who was there: Mothers, fathers, brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles. People with tubes and wires coming out of them, three or four doctors and nurses around them doing what they could. People being treated in hallways. People in their 20s and 30s.

It was like a horror movie, Rachiele said. Hes heard the doubters people who say the hospitals arent actually full.

Youve got to take their hands and show them, Rachiele said. Its real. Its real.

More: With RI hospitals full, COVID field hospital is ready

More: Here's what it's like to work in Rhode Island's first COVID field hospital

More: JOURNAL EXCLUSIVE| 'COVID: What comes next' podcast, with Dr. Ashish Jha

As Rhode Island hospitals fill up and the alternative care sites open, the hospitals running them have followed the same general principles on bringing in patients: First, people at the end of their hospital stay who arent so sick that they need intensive or critical care, but still too sick to go home.

By Wednesday, Rachiele was in that group. He hadn't recovered, but he was better off than the other people in Rhode Island Hospital, they told him. He didnt need oxygen anymore, and there were sicker people who needed his bed.

He was taken to the field hospital by ambulance, up into the convention center via a back ramp.

When he got inside, he was in a bed not a cot, but a real hospital bed looking up at the lights on the high ceiling. The rows are named after local streets. He was on Waterman Street. Room C1014.

Theyd check on him all the time, take his blood pressure and other vitals and make sure he was OK and had his medications. His wastebasket couldnt get half full without them coming to empty it. And they wiped everything down. All the staffers were, of course, decked out head to toe in personal protective equipment.

On Friday, hed improved even more and was ready to go home. His wife didnt pick him up. Instead he was taken by medical transport (its hard to get to the doors of the convention center) at about 4 p.m. Friday. He was thankful to go home but also thankful for the few days he spent in the convention center. Now hes back home with Joan, on the mend, thinking about what the state needs to do to make sure more people dont have to see what he saw inside Rhode Island Hospital.

The restrictions in place now on businesses and society? They should be even more powerful, and Gov. Gina Raimondo should go even further, Rachiele said. You won't have an economy left to save if this keeps going on, Rachiele said.

Youve gotta do something about these people who arent taking it seriously, Rachiele said. Theyve gotta take them in there and show them.

As of Tuesday morning, 22 patients were in the Convention Center field hospital, and a few dozen had been treated and discharged, according to Lifespan.

At Care New Englands hospital site, at the former Citizens Bank building on Sockanosset Cross Road, they weretreating nine peopleas of Tuesday morningand had discharged 12 since they opened.

Two of them were Anthony and Elizabeth Piccirillo, a married couple who live in Cranston.

After an exposure and mindful of Gov. Raimondos urgings, they went to get tested at the new McCoy Stadium site in Pawtucket before Thanksgiving. The results came back: both positive.

Anthony, 71, got sicker than Elizabeth, 69. At first it was just cold-like symptoms, but he became feverish and had the chills so bad that he had to take hot showers. Their daughter, who has asthma, urged them to check their blood oxygen levels. Theyd gotten lower and lower, dropping to levels considered hypoxic high 80s, low 90s.

Their son and daughter urged them to go to the hospital, which they did last Wednesday. They arrived first at the Kent Hospital emergency department in Warwick. Anthony had never even spent a night in a hospital. After about 24 hours, they were stable enough to go to the field hospital, not well enough to go home. So they went in two ambulances to the facility on Sockanosset Cross Road, where they were wheeled in on stretchers Thursday night.

There wasnt any fear, Anthony said.

We were together, which helped, Elizabeth said.

In fact, they felt a little relieved. Everything had been explained to them in detail: They werent 100% better, but they were headed that way. It was basically a step-down unit.

They had a double room in the space, so they got to stay together. Like Rachiele at the facility in Providence, they said it was quiet except for the coughing.

And like many people out there in the world, they had to wear masks. But these were over their eyes: The lights on the ceiling dont shut off, so to get to sleep, theyd need to cover their eyes.

They really cant say enough about the care they got, from their arrival at Kent to their departure, when their son-in-law picked them upon Sunday.

Everything they needed. They take their coffee with cream? Maybe well go out and get you some. One of the nurses offered to go to Whole Foods, Anthony said. Their daughter dropped off some things for them and a security guard met her out front to get them.

Anthony was on oxygen until Sunday morning, but no longer needed it. They went home. The experience was stressful and strange, but the staff there made it work, they both said.

We want to get the message out about the dedication and quality of care, the dedication and the courage, Elizabeth said. Everybody we met from the doctors to the janitorial staff.

Said Anthony: Its a good place. Were lucky to have it. This will all pass, but at least we were prepared for it.

bamaral@providencejournal.com

(401) 277-7615

On Twitter: @bamaral44

Read the original here:
Patients share their stories of treatment at RI's COVID field hospitals - The Providence Journal