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NRTI as we knew it is no more, and I don't know what will happen in the future. Technically, I'm still employed by the College, though am enjoying a paid hiatus, and working on everything I couldn't work on when I was spending 70 hours a week running the Program, like cleaning up from the tornado that hit, what, 7 years ago now? I'm also commissioned with a nearby county agency, actually answering to one of the more popular instructors, so I'm still trying to keep my hand in.

I'll continue to post information and news from grads and friends, and also want to keep current with LE news and references.

My College phone and e-mail are pretty much out of service, so I'll be setting up yet another account , so we can stay in touch.

Tuesday, May 28, 2013

Seriously Injured Rafter Evacuated To Hospital (NPS Digest)

Seriously Injured Rafter Evacuated To Hospital (NPS Digest)
NPS Incidents: Rangers responded to a report of an injured, unconscious rafter near Double Z Rapid last Saturday afternoon. Six people in a private party flipped a raft while going through the rapids and one was knocked unconscious. The trip leader radioed rangers and began treating the 51-year-old victim. Rangers and personnel from Nuttall VFD and General Ambulance responded. The man was packaged and carried to the CSX rail grade, where he was transferred to the fire department’s specially-equipped UTV. CSX railroad was contacted and notified of the situation; they stopped train traffic in the area to avoid delaying the evacuation. The injured man was taken to an ambulance and then to a helicopter that flew him to a level one trauma center in Charleston, where he was treated for a severe concussion. It is believed that his helmet prevented a more permanent injury.
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