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In 2021 we sponsored 143 children in need in Cottonwood and Jackson counties. The Windom Area Hospital Auxiliary wrapped 298 of the 463 total gifts that needed to be wrapped - thank you so much to the Auxiliary for their help and amazing work.
We couldn’t do this project without our volunteers and community partners! Community partners include: Windom Kiwanis Club, City of Windom, Windom Fire/Rescue, Windom Ambulance Service/EMS, Windom Police Department , Cottonwood County Sheriff's Office, Sanford Clinics in Windom and Mountain Lake, Windom Family Medical Center and Medina's Martial Arts . This year we worked with school counselors at Windom Area, Mountain Lake Public, and Red Rock Central to identify additional kids.
The image below shows just how far the Giving Tree has grown over the past four years! Thank you again to all of our partners in the community who have helped make this a reality! 💗
Way to go Windom
Nobody wants to fall through the ice...but it happens every year.
Already this season, people riding ATVs and snowmobiles have gone through. Thankfully, they averted tragedy.
Remember: float coats, life jackets and ice picks increase your chances of surviving a fall through the ice. But, you also need a plan!
One of the best things to keep in mind is the 1-10-1 rule:
❄️ 1 minute to control your breathing and think through how you’ll get out.
❄️ 10 minutes of meaningful movement. This is the time you have to actually get out of the water.
❄️ 1 hour before hypothermia sets in. The harsh reality is most people who fall through the ice drown long before they ever become hypothermic.
Watch our video with step-by-step instructions for self-rescue at mndnr.gov/safety/ice/survival.html
Stay safe out there!
Windom Fire Department would like to congratulate two of its members for their dedicated service this past year. Kjell Turner was awarded the Fireman of the Year award for attendance at meetings and drills. Jason Krumwiede received the Chief’s award given to a member who goes above and beyond within the department to help wherever and whenever it’s needed. Both Kjell and Jason are dedicated members and we are thankful to have them on our department. Congratulations!
Congratulations! Well deserved!
Congratulations Kjell and Duke!
Congratulations!!! To Kjell and Jason!
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Congratulations and thanks to both !
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Congratulations you guys!!! 🖤♥️🖤♥️🖤♥️🖤
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Thanks to all!
Congratulations. to Kjell and Jason
Thank you to Penny and the Windom McDonald’s for the treats!
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.Your city is served by a Volunteer Fire Department composed of about 30 members, who provide 24-hour protection. These members keep up-to-date with fire fighting measures by attending various schools sponsored by the University and Fireman’s Association.
There have been 175 members since the origin of the department. On an average, we have 25-28 members. We meet twice a month for training drills & meetings. We have anywhere from 30 to 120 fire calls a year. The calls are 50% rural and 50% city. Our governing body has 4 officers:
Annual Events
Each spring the Firemen hold their Annual Fireman’s Dance, which is a fundraising event for the Department and a means for the community to show their gratitude and support.
Our annual “Duck Feed” and awards banquet is held in December.
Ben Derickson
Fire Chief
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Lonny Vollan
1st Assistant
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Justin Harrington
2nd Assistant
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Kristen Porath
3rd Assistant
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