| Councilman Galindo-Elvira's Statement on the Passing of Phoenix Police Officer | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/district-7/3209 | | City Council District 7 | 9/7/2024 12:30:00 AM | https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/3209/Newsroom_OfficerZaneCoolidge (1).png | | Councilman Galindo-Elvira's Statement on the Passing of Phoenix Police Officer | <div class="ExternalClass7B93633BBB674F9F900B39435C3F49AB"><html>
<p><span id="ms-rterangepaste-start"></span>Today is a devastating day for Phoenix and for the Phoenix Police Department as we come to terms with the passing of Ofc. Zane Coolidge. Day in, day out public safety members put their lives on the line in protecting each of us and for that we thank them. May Ofc. Coolidge's memory be a blessing for his family, fellow officers, and friends. We honor his sacrifice. <span id="ms-rterangepaste-end"></span><br></p>
</html></div> | https://www.phoenix.gov/district7 | News | district-7 |
| Councilman Galindo-Elvira Announces $3,000 Donation from Fry’s Food Stores to Help Firefighters Treat Heat Illness | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/district-7/3165 | | City Council District 7 | 7/12/2024 10:00:00 PM | https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/3165/D7_Frys-Ice-Donation.jpg | | Councilman Galindo-Elvira Announces $3,000 Donation from Fry’s Food Stores to Help Firefighters Treat Heat Illness | <div class="ExternalClass4318D839228E4232A98051F87209911F"><html>
<p>On Friday, July 12, 2024, Fry's Food Stores donated $3,000 worth of gift cards to the Phoenix Fire Department to help purchase ice for their fast-cooling method, as the request of Phoenix District 7 Councilman Carlos Galindo-Elvira.<br></p>
<p>The fast-cooling method is used when a patient's temperature surpasses 104 degrees, and they present altered mental status. Once the patient is fully immersed in the cooling bag, which is filled with ice, firefighter-paramedics constantly reevaluate vital signs including their temperature. The patient is removed from the bag when their temperature drops to 101 degrees. This method has been proven to be effective in treating heat-related illnesses such as heat stroke and exhaustion.</p>
<p>In previous years, the Phoenix Fire Department has faced challenges in obtaining enough ice during peak summer months due to high demand. </p>
<p>Fry's has answered the department's call for help with replenishing ice in between calls by donating $50 gift cards to each of Phoenix's 60 fire stations, totaling $3,000. This generous donation will help ensure that Phoenix Firefighters have an adequate supply of ice to use when responding to heat-related emergencies.</p>
<p>"Partnerships like these are essential in Phoenix during the summer months," said District 7 Councilman Carlos Galindo-Elvira. “The fast-cooling method is used multiple times a day to battle heat illness and emergencies. This donation will greatly assist our fire department in purchasing ice throughout the summer, which has proven to be a crucial component in their life-saving efforts."</p>
<p>“As extreme heat continues in Phoenix, this couldn't happen at a better time," Phoenix Fire Chief Mike Duran added. “With Councilman Carlos Galindo-Elvira's support and the donation from Fry's Food Stores, this bolsters the Phoenix Fire Department's efforts in responding to emergencies, ensuring that firefighters and paramedics have the resources they need to perform their life-saving duties effectively."</p>
<p>“Fry's is always focused on supporting the communities where we live and work," said Fry's Food Stores president, Monica Garnes. “We are proud to partner with the Phoenix Fire Department to help save the lives of Arizonans. We're grateful to Councilman Galindo-Elvira and Phoenix Firefighters for all they do to keep our community safe, especially during these hot summer months."<br></p>
<p></p>
</html></div> | https://www.phoenix.gov/district7 | News | district-7 |
