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SAFB firefighters battle Black Forest fire
Did you know?
Commaders
Call
Did you know Col. James Ross, 50th
Space Wing commander, will be holding
his last commander’s call 2 p.m. today
in the main fitness center? Wing mem-
bers not conducting mission operations
should be in attendance.
Base Briefs
1 SOPS changes command
You are cordially invited to the 1st
Space Operations Squadron change of
command ceremony 9 a.m. Monday
at the DeKok Building. Lt. Col. Toby
Doran will assume command from
Lt. Col. Mike Manor. A reception will
immediately follow. Please R.S.V.P. at
https://einvitations.afit.edu/inv/anim.
cfm?i=154262&k=0364460B7D55. For
more information, please contact Capt.
Elizabeth DeJesus at 567-6085.
Claims against the estate
With deepest regret to the family of
Tech. Sgt. Edward I. Weber, if anyone
U.S. Air Force photo/
has claims against the estate of Weber,
Schriever firefighter Scott Bartlett extinguishes a hot spot while helping fight the Black Forest wildfire Friday.
please contact 1st Lt. Joshua Bruder at
719-351-4388.
By Scott Prater during a five-day period. Nineteen Schriever the Schriever crew knew what it was getting
Learn home buying, selling Schriever Sentinel firefighters worked to extinguish the blaze, into, Dodson was surprised at the amount
As giant plumes of smoke rose over the with many pulling two 12-hour shifts. of fuel in the area.
The Airman and Family Readiness
northern edge of Colorado Springs last Capt. Mark Dodson and firefighters Nate “We were positioned on the southeast
Center is offering a home buying and
week, Schriever firefighters knew the call Moon, Kevin Smith and Steve Liedensperger corner of the burn area, near Meridian and
selling class 1-4 p.m. Wednesday in
was coming. were the second crew on scene the morning of Ayer Roads,” he said. “We estimated there
Building 101 (next to Ent). Information
The Schriever Fire Department received the June 13. Their assignment: Protect homes and are about 40 homes in that subdivision and
about financing and what to look for
call for mutual aid during the afternoon of structures from the fast-moving fire, which most of them were surrounded by six to eight
when buying a home will be discussed,
June 12 and by early evening it had a crew on by that point had already burned thousands inches of dry, dead pine needles.”
along with getting homes ready to sell.
scene of what would turn out to be the most of acres and hundreds of homes. Despite the desperate situation, the crew
Ent will be facilitating the class, and
destructive wildland fire in Colorado history. They arrived at 6 a.m, carrying hand tools, remained calm.
will be available to answer questions
To date, Schriever sent eight crew rota- fire rakes, chainsaws and water hoses. “At that point, you have to depend on your
about all the steps in either process.
tions to help save lives and homes and in the Moon described the experience as non-
Call the A&FRC at 567-3920 for more See Firefighters page 6
heavily-wooded Black Forest neighborhood stop action for 12 straight hours. Though
information or to sign up.
More Briefs page 13 50 SCS, Schriever celebrate Airman’s life
Sign up for weekly Schriever
announcements, news and more.
By Staff Sgt.
Visit www.schriever.af.mil and click
Julius Delos Reyes
“Public Affairs” under featured links.
50th Space Wing Public Affairs
It was 1:58 p.m. Friday; two min-
Public Affairs utes before the ceremony was set to
start. A projector showed a photo
montage of a man, photos of him
during Basic Military Training at
Inside
Lackland Air Force Base, Texas,
Identify, plan for, mitigate risk .......3 at a family member’s wedding, in
In times of need, team responds ...... 4 a foreign country and more. Some
Volunteer supports evacuees ......... 5 showed him with his mother, his
father, his sisters and many with
his friends and co-workers, then a
slide with just the inscription: 10
Dec 1975-3 June 2013.
The main fitness center gym-
nasium was almost full. Men and
women wearing service dress
and others in Airman Battle
Uniforms gathered to recognize
one of Schriever’s own. Co-workers,
friends and strangers attended the
event. Regardless of their familiar-
ity, everyone seemed to be strug-
gling; losing someone is tough.
The ceremony began. It was a
memorial service for Tech. Sgt.
U.S. Air Force photo/Dennis Rogers
Edward Weber, an American
The 50th Space Communications Squadron held a memorial service for Tech. Sgt. Edward Weber June 14 at Schriever
Air Force Base. Team Schriever gathered at the main fitness center to celebrate Weber’s life as an American Airman,
See Life page 11
leader, friend, co-worker, brother and son. He died in a motorcycle crash June 3 in Colorado Springs, Colo.
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AFSPC couple found dead in Black Forest home
PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — An Air Force saddened by the loss of these two members of our AFSPC with the 2nd Satellite Control Squadron, Peterson AFB,
civilian employee and his spouse, an Air Force contractor, family,” said Gen. William L. Shelton, AFSPC Commander. until 1987. He returned to the Air Force as a civil servant
lost their lives in the Black Forest wildfire. Their home was “I extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends of in 1996 and most recently worked at Schriever AFB in
destroyed by the Black Forest wildfire. Marc and Robin during this very difficult time. Our thoughts the Innovation Division of the Air, Space and Cyberspace
Marc and Robin Herklotz were both long-time members of and prayers are with you.” Operations Directorate of AFSPC.
Air Force Space Command, supporting critical air, space and The command received confirmation of the deaths follow- Mrs. Herklotz was employed by a government contractor
cyberspace operational missions from offices on Schriever ing next of kin notifications; unit chaplains, commanders as a systems engineer in the same office at Schriever AFB.
Air Force Base. and grief counselors are supporting the unit at this time. El Paso County officials and members of the Air Force
“The men and women of Air Force Space Command are Mr. Herklotz entered the Air Force in 1983 and served Office of Special Investigations are investigating the incident.
AF lifts stop movement order, resumes moves to Colorado
By Debbie Gildea Forest northeast of Colorado Springs.
Air Force Personnel Center Public Affairs All Airmen, including civilians, are now authorized to proceed on orders. Airmen
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas — Permanent change of assigned to or living in the area or whose dependent family members live in the af-
station and temporary duty assignments to Peterson Air Force Base, Schriever AFB, fected area are reminded to log in to the Air Force Personnel Accountability and
Cheyenne Mountain Air Station and the U.S. Air Force Academy have been restored, Assessment System at https://afpaas.af.mil to account for themselves, if they have not
Air Force Personnel Center officials announced. already done so, AFPC officials said.
A stop movement order, requested by the Air Force Space Command and USAFA For more information about stop movement and other personnel programs, visit
commanders, was implemented Friday in reaction to wildfires burning in the Black the myPers website at https://mypers.af.mil.
Last week’s answer: The 50th Space Wing’s youngest squad- This week’s question: Three Air Force Satellite Control
History Quiz
ron is? Bonus question: What is that squadron’s date of activa- Network remote tracking stations still operating today were
tion? The youngest squadron in the 50th Space Wing is the 50th part of the original network established in 1959 to support the
Contracting Squadron. This squadron was activated Aug. 14, DISCOVERER program. Can you name those three?
Week of June 20, 2013 1995. First assigned to the 50th Logistics Group, the squadron Responses to the quiz questions can be e-mailed to 50 SW/HO
was reassigned to the 50th Mission Support Group Dec. 1, 1997. at [email protected].
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EditOriaL Commentary by “We want the members in our U.S. Air
Executive Editor Lt. Col. Thomas Ste. Marie Force to be strong, active men and wom-
ralph routon 2nd Space Operations Squadron commander en with a mind for adventure,” continued
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To many of us in the Air Force, the words Merrin. “The reality of the situation is that
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COLORADO SPRINGS MILITARY NEWSPAPER GROUP COLORADO SPRINGS MILITARY NEWSPAPER GROUP COLORADO SPRINGS MILITARY NEWSPAPER GROUP COLORADO SPRINGS MILITARY “NEWSPAPERO GROUP perational Risk Management” have be- risk is a part of our everyday life. Whether we
Scott Prater
[email protected] come somewhat stale. The often turned to tra- are deploying military force down range or
ditional training approach (a.k.a. Powerpoint we are engaging in free-time hobbies, some
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or e-mail) doesn’t seem relevant or engaging degree of risk is ever-present. It is our re-
Advertising Director to the average Airman as leaders brief safety sponsibility to mitigate that risk as safely
Jamila Khalil
across the entire spectrum, from fireworks as possible.”
[email protected]
to barbecues to sunscreen. Sadly, we lost one For example, during the Everest climb,
Patty alvarado of our own Schriever teammates just about the USAF 7 Summits Team had to climb
GrAouutpo mAcoctiovuen St pEexceicaulistitve two weeks ago in a motorcycle accident. I’m through the notorious Khumbu Ice-Fall
[email protected] convinced no amount of Powerpoint or ar- six separate times. Every year climbers are
ticles in the base paper could have stopped killed in this glacier section of Mount Everest
Stacy Brack this tragic event. As leaders, do we want you because of falling ice, giant crevasses and
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to be safe? Of course. But do we now want you deadly avalanches.
Classifieds to retreat to the relative safety of homes and “As a team we didn’t pack up and head
Vanessa Nagel couches for the entire summer? My answer home; the Air Force didn’t renounce their
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is a firm “no.” support and force us to stop climbing,”
art dEPartMENt Recently, Capt. Colin Merrin, 2nd Space Merrin said. “Instead we assessed the risk
Art Director Operations Squadron, began a journey systematically and decided the safest, most
rowdy tompkins to climb the world’s highest peak, Mount responsible method to climb through the
[email protected] Everest. While I was initially apprehensive ice-fall was quickly and during hours without
to support such an endeavor, I considered Lt. Col. Thomas Ste. Marie direct sunlight. This minimized our exposure
2nd Space Operations Squadron commander
his elite mountaineering background and to the hazards.”
the principles I just mentioned. Instead of Merrin said this approach to risk can, and
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Group, a private firm in no way connected with the U.S. discouraging this activity, I fully supported taken a direct interest in reinvigorating and should, be employed by all.
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enterprise newspaper is an authorized publication for ing — and you may have read the full account spreading the message. As a member of the Khumbu Ice-fall to force us to act responsi-
members of the U.S. military services. Contents of the
Schriever Sentinel are not necessarily the official views of his adventure and his life or death choices USAF 7 Summits Team, I can personally bly,” he said. “Maybe you’re a hunter, a private
of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the Department in this paper and across the Internet. So as attest to this fact.” pilot or a carpenter. No matter what your
of Defense (DoD) or the Department of the Air Force.
The appearance of advertising in this publication a part of my article this week, I asked him On May 20, the Air Force proudly sup- interest is, it is necessary to recognize the
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Air Force, or the Colorado Springs Military Newspaper what he has learned about addressing risk Everest ascent. Merrin and his team became thodical plan to lessen the probability of the
Group of the products or services advertised. Everything
advertised in this publication shall be made avail- while doing one of the most risky activities the first U.S. military team to summit Mount hazards occurring. The point is, engage in
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status, physical handicap, political affiliation or any “Some believe the Air Force approach to point on Earth. The effort to scale one of the So Team Schriever, as we embark on anoth-
other non-merit factor of the purchaser, user or patron.
Editorial content is obtained from the Schriever AFB pub- risk management is really a matter of risk most dangerous mountains in the world was er amazing Colorado summer, it’s not about
lic website and based on news releases, features, editorials
avoidance,” Merrin said. “They are not the accomplished with the direct support from
and reports prepared by the DoD and Air Force newsgather- See Mitigate page 6
ing agencies and the Schriever AFB Public Affairs Office. same and the Air Force Safety Center has the Air Force.
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In times of need, Team Schriever responds
Courtesy photos
Tech. Sgt. David Hodge, 6th Space Operations Squadron volunteers at the Care and Share Food Bank to
Members of the 50th Operations Group Standardization and Evaluation Division volunteer at the Care
help with the Black Forest fire effort. Hodge also spent a total of 34 hours working radio communications
and Share Food Bank June 12 to help with the Black Forest fire effort. Considered the most destructive in
for the Red Cross at the Palmer Ridge High School and University of Colorado-Colorado Springs shelters.
Colorado history, the Black Forest fire, which began June 11, destroyed more than 502 structures, damaged
Considered the most destructive in Colorado history, the Black Forest fire, which began June 11, destroyed
18 buildings and grew to 14,280 acres, as of Wednesday.
more than 502 structures, damaged 18 buildings and grew to 14,280 acres, as of Wednesday.
By Staff Sgt. Julius Delos Reyes of donations from friends and colleagues. post at the Pikes Peak Community College.
50th Space Wing Public Affairs Master Sgt. Shane Pogue and Capt. Latasha Spear, both For others, providing shelter to those whose houses were
Considered the most destructive in Colorado history, the from 25 SRS, also volunteered at Care and Share. Staff Sgt. in the evacuation area is very important. Staff Sgt. Kimberly
Black Forest fire, which began June 11, destroyed more than Kevin Mahoney, 50th Force Support Squadron, volunteered Swanagan, 50th Space Wing Chaplain, sheltered some evacu-
509 structures, damaged 18 buildings and grew to 14,280 at the Gathering Stones church in Falcon, Colo., where he ees for a few days. Tech. Sgt. R. Clint Lovelady, 310th Space
acres, as of Wednesday. cooked food, served evacuees and loaded supplies and food. Wing, and his wife opened their home to some four-legged
As several thousand residents were evacuated, a few indi- Three members from the 50th Space Communications friends. They rescued all of the horses at the Pikes Peak
viduals and groups at Schriever Air Force Base mobilized to Squadron network infrastructure shop also donated 76 Therapeutic Riding center.
provide help to the victims as well as the responders. bottles of sports drinks and delivered them to the firefighters. “The center is a non-profit organization that enhances the
The Schriever Fire Department deployed a team of 19 Having such a large number of evacuees, food donations lives of those with disabilities and special needs, to include
firefighters and an engine in support of the Black Forest were greatly needed. The Airman’s Council organized a food the Wounded Warrior Project,” Lovelady said. “It was 16
Fire effort. drive in support of the first responders. The group received horses in total. As the Latigo area is still under pre-evacuation
When news of the fire spread, the 50th operations Group four cases of water as well as protein bars and snacks, which status, half of the horses are still at our ranch in Peyton.”
Standardization and Evaluation Division reached out to were donated to Care and Share. For Airman 1st Class Michael Fruit, 2nd Space Operations
its people. Sixteen people volunteered for three-and-a-half The council set up donation boxes all week in the Airman Squadron, maintaining pets from the fire may provide relief
hours at the Care and Share Food Bank June 12. and Family Readiness Center and the Information Tickets to their owners. For eight hours, Fruit volunteered to ensure
“Fortunately, 50 OGV already had 29 people volunteered and Travel office. Though the donations are for the firefight- the horses were taken care of.
for two hours at the Care and Share center June 7, the Friday ers, donations may also be left for the families displaced Meanwhile, Tech. Sgt. David Hodge, 6th Space Operations
prior, which played into the Black Forest fire relief effort from the fire. Squadron, used his hobby as a Pikes Peak Amateur Radio
the following Tuesday, June 11,” said Capt. Marion Carter, “The Airman’s Council decided to provide the support Emergency Services member. He spent a total of 34 hours
50 OGV. “The combined assistance included 45 volunteers because we felt helpless in such a horrible time,” said Senior working radio communications for the Red Cross at the
donating more than 114 total hours of their time, and con- Airman Gladys Pope, 50 SCS and Airman’s Council vice Palmer Ridge High School and University of Colorado-
tributed more than 10,000 pounds of food and supplies morale officer. “We knew the first responders were doing Colorado Springs shelters.
toward disaster relief.” the best they can, but the weather wasn’t cooperating with “I’ve lived in Colorado Springs 12 years now, assigned at
Seven members with the 25th Space Range Squadron had them. So in an effort to help everyone affected by this hor- Schriever the entire time,” Hodge said. “I feel it’s my duty and
the same idea to provide help at the Care and Share. For a rible fire, we decided to organize a drive.” my obligation to provide my skills to help the community
total of 21 hours, they helped receive and sort food dona- For some, donating cash was as beneficial as providing in any way possible.”
tions, build food shipment containers and clean and move food. Bradley Baker, 4th Space Operations Squadron, and And such is the generous heart of Schriever Air Force
pallets around the warehouse. his wife, Teresa Wheeler, gave cash to Care and Share. They Base. In time of need, they always respond.
“Several of our members felt the need to participate and did the same last year for the Waldo Canyon fire. The 25 SRS volunteers include Capt. Shawn Green, Staff
help the local community,” said Staff Sgt. Anthony Sanford, “We donated to the organization for several reasons,” Sgt. Jason Bernich, Tech. Sgt. Michael DeFilippo, Staff Sgt.
25 SRS. “Many of us have been involved with Care and Share Baker said. “They are local, they are reputable, and they Michael Korosec, Staff Sgt. Nate Tueting and Staff Sgt.
before. We knew they were being flooded with donations have an extensive community network and a well-organized Tony Vanderpool. The 50 SCS network infrastructure shop
from reporting on radio and news channels. Care and Share warehouse. They can multiply our donation and procure volunteers include Senior Airman Roman Colthart, Senior
has created a sign-up on their website to allow volunteers essential items they know are in short supply.” Airman Michael Bruno, Staff Sgt. John Jordan, Tech. Sgt.
to register. This prevents too many people from showing For one Schriever member, evacuating from her home Eileen Elia.
up at once and ensures that all of their time slots are filled.” didn’t deter her to still provide assistance in any way she For more information, about the Black Forest Fire visit:
Some took it upon themselves to volunteer. Capt. Marquis could. Though she was evacuated, Jean Olsen still wanted http://www.schriever.af.mil/library/factsheets/factsheet.
Wofford, 22nd Space Operations Squadron, volunteered 16 to make sure those fighting the fire were remembered on asp?id=20842. To volunteer, check out local organizations,
hours at Care and Share and coordinated about $900 worth Father’s Day. She took muffins and cookies to the command such as the Red Cross and Care and Share.
Members of the 50th Operations Group Standardization and Evaluation Division volunteer at the Care and Share Food Bank June 12 to help with the Black Forest fire effort. Considered the most destructive in Colorado
history, the Black Forest fire, which began June 11, destroyed more than 502 structures, damaged 18 buildings and grew to 14,280 acres, as of Wednesday.
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Schriever volunteer supports evacuees
By Staff Sgt. Patrice Clarke and just being there for the families.
50th Space Wing Public Affairs “The children can play with Lacey because
The Black Forest fire, which began June 11, she’s a very calm dog,” said Wasche. “I would
evacuated more than 38,000 people from their approach the children and they would sit on
homes. Many went to the Palmer Ridge High the floor and color while petting Lacey. These
School shelter, one of the biggest shelters set up children have a chance to forget about leaving
for evacuees. their homes and can just pet a soft dog. If I can
Thea Wasche, the 50th Force Support give them that, I feel good.”
Squadron deputy commander, was also there, Wasche fielded all kinds of questions during
not as an evacuee, but as a volunteer with the her interactions with evacuees.
American Red Cross. She and her registered “The questions I get while I’m at the shel-
therapy dog, Lacey, have been volunteers for ter usually focus around Lacey,” said Wasche.
more than four years and quickly responded to “Where did I get her, how long and how much
the shelter at the onset of the Black Forest fire. did it cost to train her, things of that nature. I
“To think that just a year ago, we were doing also get questions concerning the incident that’s
this same thing with the Waldo Canyon Fire,” happening. At those times, I just try to put them
said Wasche. at ease the best I can.”
As a shelter management volunteer with the Though she is there for the evacuees, she sees
Red Cross, Wasche helped set up the Palmer the effect that Lacey has on the employees and
Ridge High School shelter. She commented that volunteers working at the shelter too.
going through this same type of event last year “Working at the shelter is difficult for the
helped evolve the shelter to be better equipped volunteers as well,” she said. “Before I head to
to handle such a large number of evacuees. where the evacuees are, I always make a point
“We learned that it is good to have medical to stop and visit with the employees too. Lacey
personnel on site and to have a small pets area has that calming effect on people.”
inside the air conditioned building instead of Wasche loves volunteering and plans to con-
outside,” she said. “We were lucky to get the tinue as long as she can.
Palmer Ridge facility because it was just ideal “I believe in the Red Cross and what they stand
for the shelter.” for and of course I’m a service’s person,” she said.
After initial set-up of the shelter, Wasche and “I’m glad I’m able to lend a helping hand in this
Lacey got to work interacting with evacuees. capacity. I can directly work with evacuees, with
Lacey, a golden retriever, is a registered therapy Lacey or at the shelter as shelter management.
dog with Delta Pet Partners, American Humane Helping a person and providing that compas-
and the American Red Cross. Lacey has been a sion in their time of need is one of the greatest
registered therapy dog since 2008 and volun- things I can do.”
teered countless hours at shelters during the Though the shelter has shut down and most
Courtesy photo Waldo Canyon fire last year. of the evacuees have returned home, Wasche
Thea Wasche, 50th Force Support Squadron deputy commander and an American Red Cross “Just being there with the kids makes you feel and Lacey continue to serve. They can usu-
volunteer and Lacey, her therapy dog, interacts with Brook Cramer, 9, and her mother Shelly like you are seriously helping,” said Wasche. ally be found at the Fort Carson Evans Army
at Palmer Ridge High School. Wasche and Lacey volunteered hours at the shelter interacting Wasche and Lacey walk around the shelter, Community Hospital working with the Wounded
with Black Forest fire evacuees. interacting with families, answering questions Warrior program.
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Finance, MPF set to help with displacement vouchers
By Staff Sgt. Patrice Clarke The evacuation order signed by the 50th Space Wing com- transportation allowances and incidentals. Entitlements
50th Space Wing Public Affairs mander authorizes those who need to evacuate the authority vary based on evacuee situations.
It almost seems like déjà vu. Less than a year after the to do so and designates fund sites available for monetary “If you are displaced, because of this fire, the last thing
Waldo Canyon fire ravaged Colorado Springs, Colo., resi- compensation due to evacuation. you want to be worried about is the monetary cost of hav-
dents are faced with the aftermath of yet another destructive For the process to work, accountability is key. Unit control ing to evacuate,” said Gray. “These are things that we can
wildfire. The Black Forest fire, which began June 11, took centers and group control centers were responsible for col- help take care of.”
the lives of two Schriever personnel, consumed more than lecting accountability information on their units’ members There will be a processing line set up to help members who
14,000 acres and more than 500 homes. daily. Information included, if they were in a voluntary, were displaced during the fire to file vouchers. Members from
More than 180 Team Schriever members were displaced pre-evacuation or evacuation area and if they had already the comptroller’s squadron, personnel and other agencies
due to city and county evacuation orders. Members of the relocated to another area. will be on hand to help expedite the process.
personnel and finance sections here want displaced members “The accountability piece is important,” said Wayne “There are a lot of budget constraints right now and every-
to know there are programs in place to assist them. Kingsbury, 50th Force Support Squadron chief of Manpower one is focusing on sequestration and unnecessary spending,”
“We learned a lot from [the Waldo Canyon fire] last year,” and Personnel Flight. “We use the information sent up by said Gray. “Evacuees should know that this doesn’t fall into
said Maj. Stephen Gray, 50th Comptroller Squadron com- the unit and group control centers and verify it against that category at all. We take care of our people.”
mander. “Specifically in regards to getting the evacuation our systems to ensure the effected members get their Team Schriever members can see a list of entitlements
order drafted and signed for the members affected. The fire entitlements.” and more information concerning the Black Forest fire at
started on the 11th and we had the evacuation order ready Some entitlements include per diem for displaced person- http://www.schriever.af.mil/library/factsheets/factsheet.
for signature by the 12th of June.” nel and their dependents, commercial lodging expenses, asp?id=20842.
Firefighters pened a couple of times. So we had to that day. Upon reflection, both relished Mitigate
pull our hoses to keep the house from the opportunity to assist in fighting the
going up.” blaze.
Extreme heat, smoke and wind “There’s no way you can replicate From page 3
From page 1
worked against them, but their biggest this type of fire during training, sim-
challenge that day was the sheer num- ply because of its magnitude and the
hiding in the air conditioning, under a
training and experience,” Dodson said. ber of homes in danger. Good decision dynamics presented by the situation,
blanket with all the lights out. It’s about
“We cut fire breaks [used fire rakes making became paramount and their so it was invaluable experience for all
managing risk in all the ways it presents
and other hand tools to dig trenches] ability to adapt and adjust to given situ- of us,” Moon said.
itself. I use the six Ds: if an activity is
around properties and sprayed water on ations proved pivotal. “We were tired and our feet were cov-
“Dumb, Different, Dangerous or Dull”
flames that had moved close to homes.” Water is a valuable resource in a ered with blisters, but it was satisfying
With winds pushing flames in their scenario like this. Though crews were when we left that evening,” Dodson your risk is inherently going up; if you
direction, the Schriever crew worked in forced to douse flames as they moved added. “Everywhere we went, people are “Distracted or Drinking” the risk
tandem with two Denver engine crews. dangerously close to some structures, were applauding and thanking us. It compounds. Doing any of these kinds
The groups moved from yard to yard, firefighters relied on fire lines and wa- was nice, but the most satisfying part of activities in combination increases
digging fresh fire lines, widening exist- ter from home owners’ garden hoses was knowing somebody was going to that risk exponentially each time you
ing lines and cutting limbs from sur- and sprinkler systems. They used water be able to come back to their home and add in a “D.” To me, it’s all about rec-
rounding trees. from their truck as well, which they that they could see how close the fire ognizing risks. On and off duty, as you
“This tactic is usually effective... ex- filled up from hydrants and water- came to engulfing it.” experience risk, first identify it and then
cept out there that day,” Dodson said. supply trucks. Dodson and Moon went back for a come up with a solid plan to address and
“With the wind gusting, we found we “We kept driving around this neigh- second shift Saturday and Schriever
mitigate it — then have a backup plan.
had to attack flames sooner in some borhood, and at one point, it seemed firefighters remain on-call, ready to
Better yet, have a wingman along the
cases. Nine times out of 10, we would like every yard was on fire,” Moon said. support the community as it contin-
way. Captain Merrin had plans, backup
leave a house, move to another one, and “All we could do was try to get there in ues to fight the blaze.
plans and wingmen on that mountain
by the time we went back, we would find a timely manner and cut our fire lines. News reports on Wednesday indi-
peak: his USAF 7 Summits Team, his
the fire had jumped our first line. The Then we just kept coming back through cated the Black Forest fire is 85 per-
only times I really got nervous though, to make sure they were working.” cent contained, has killed two people, Sherpa guide, and all of us back here
is when we pulled up to a house and saw Dodson and Moon believe none of burned more than 500 homes and 1,400 at Team Schriever. Have all three for
flames right up against it. That hap- the homes burned in the subdivision acres. yourself this summer too.

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Schriever institutes summer watering restrictions
By Scott Prater Throughout the summer months, the base Irshid said. “We have a leak detection and Team Schriever members can help make
Schriever Sentinel will restrict watering to two days a week, repair project initiative. We’re installing a difference in the overall water conserva-
Since 2007, Schriever AFB has taken many Mondays and Fridays, for a total of three xeriscaping around facilities like the visi- tion effort. Irshid recommends people take
steps to conserve one of our planet’s most pre- hours before 9 a.m. and after 6 p.m. tors center and low-flow fixtures in facili- shorter showers when they visit the Schriever
cious resources, but this summer, in response “This will affect the landscaped areas on ties. Three years ago, we reduced the base Fitness Center, turn faucets off while shav-
to recent drought and higher demand, base base,” said Abe Irshid, 50 SW energy man- improved grounds from 35 acres to 13.5 acres ing instead of letting water run and report
leaders have initiated a more ambitious effort. ager. “The grass should begin to look stressed, and we’re considering transferring more of leaking faucets and toilets to maintenance
Lt. Gen. John E. Hyten, Air Force Space but following these restrictions will help us our improved land to unimproved land. In and facility managers.
Command vice commander, has asked in- two fold. Not only will we meet Cherokee’s addition, to these physical improvements, “The demands on our supply of water in-
stallations to re-examine their current pro- consumption restrictions, but this effort will we’re mounting a conservation awareness crease every year,” said Robert Blevins, 50th
cesses, practices and activities in an effort also help us meet AFSPC advisements to campaign to inform base personnel of our Civil Engineer Squadron, chief of engineer-
to conserve water. reduce our annual water usage.” need to cut consumption.” ing. “The challenge is to learn how to use
As directed by Col. James Ross, 50th Space In 2007, the Department of Defense initi- Conservation efforts have begun produc- our water wisely. This challenge is greater
Wing commander, Schriever Air Force Base ated Executive Order 13423, which requires ing results already. As of May 1, the base has now than ever before as our supply of water
began following irrigation restrictions that facilities to reduce water consumption by 2 consumed 17 percent less water compared is shrinking. Occurrences such as droughts
Cherokee Water District, the base’s water percent every year through 2015. to fiscal 2007. further limit access to clean and fresh water.”
provider, has mandated for its regular resi- Schriever consumed 83 million gallons “We would like to keep moving in that Continuing to find even small ways to cut
dential and commercial customers June 6. of water in fiscal 2007. By fiscal 2011, water direction,” Irshid said. “Our football, soccer demand will go a long way toward helping
“Being a good member of our community consumption had dropped to 80 million gal- and softball fields aren’t going to look like the base reach its goals.
includes being good stewards of the land lons. But, it spiked again in fiscal 2012 to 101 golf courses. However, these conservation “If we hope to keep costs down, we must
we occupy,” Ross said. “It is the responsible million gallons. methods are important for us to follow. We all conserve,” Blevins said. “Each of us has
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