Straight Ahead Rescue, LLC

04/15/2026

🚴🚴‍♀️FREE BIKE HELMETS FOR KIDDOS🚴🚴‍♀️
In neighborhoods across the municipality bicycles are coming out of garages and sheds. Before your kid pedals off to explore, do they have a helmet? Starting today, all Anchorage Fire Department stations are stocked with donated bike helmets through Safe Kids Alaska. The helmets are available for children and teens at no cost. To obtain a free helmet, bring your child to your neighborhood fire station.

🗸 Child/teen must be present to ensure the helmet fits and can be adjusted, as needed
🗸 Free helmets are limited to stock on hand
🗸 These helmets are intended for those who could not otherwise obtain a bike helmet

This program is possible thanks to generous gifts to Providence Alaska Foundation from Kendall Auto Group and IMA Financial Group, Inc.. Additional thanks to the Anchorage Firefighters which provides support for the program.

Anchorage Fire Department: Serving our Community Before, During, and After an Emergency.


Safe Kids Worldwide

03/15/2026

Tourist season is closer than we think, and it’s important to remind anyone planning a trip up to take the mudflats seriously.

03/02/2026

🔥 NEW RELEASE: “SPARKING SURVIVAL” 🔥
Ever wondered what it really takes to start a fire when everything’s against you? In our latest short film, we break down the real-world techniques for creating fire in the wild — from friction to flint, tinder to timing.
This isn’t about luck — it’s about skill, patience, and staying alive when the odds are cold and wet.
Watch, learn, and light your way to survival.

02/24/2026

In a survival situation, every second counts. 🌲💨 This short video breaks down the Rule of Threes—a simple, essential guide to what your body needs first when the odds are against you. Perfect for adventurers, rescuers, and anyone who steps into the wild.

02/06/2026

With Becoming an Outdoors-Woman Alaska – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

12/30/2025

12/28/2025

12/21/2025

Reasons to call 911: The holiday edition.

12/13/2025

⚠️ Alaska & Washington Storm Preparedness Reminder ⚠️
With hurricane-force wind events, bomb cyclones, and Arctic storms possible this winter, now is the time to prepare—especially for extended power and utility outages.

The biggest risks in our region: extreme cold, long darkness, damaged infrastructure, and delayed help. Survival comes down to HEAT, LIGHT, WATER, FOOD, and SHELTER.

Here’s a simple checklist every household should review:

🔥 1. Stay Warm (Non-Electric Heat)
• Indoor-safe propane/kerosene heater + fuel (5–7 days)
• Sub-zero sleeping bags & heavy blankets
• Create a sealed “warm room” with plastic & duct tape

💡 2. Light & Communication
• Hand-crank/solar NOAA weather radio
• Headlamps & LED lanterns with extra batteries
• Satellite communicator (especially for rural AK & WA)
• Candles & long matches as backup

💧 3. Water Security
• Store 2 gallons per person per day (7+ days)
• Gravity water filters or purification tablets
• Fill tubs/sinks before storms for emergency use

🍲 4. Food & Safe Cooking
• No-cook, high-calorie foods (protein, fats, shelf-stable)
• Camp stove + fuel (ventilated use only)
• Manual can opener (easy to forget!)

🏠 5. Home & Safety Tools
• Pre-cut plywood or storm shutters
• Tarps, rope, duct tape for emergency repairs
• Work gloves, goggles, flashlight, multi-tool
• Secure outdoor items before winds arrive

🚗 Don’t Forget
• Keep vehicle gas tanks full
• Winter survival kit in every car
• Meds, first aid, sanitation plan
• Books, games & activities for morale

Bottom line:
Prepare to shelter in place without power. Redundancy matters. Non-electric solutions save lives.

Please share—being ready helps protect families, neighbors, and first responders. Stay safe, Alaska & Washington 💙

10/03/2025

Simple, easy, and free: Close your doors!

08/16/2025

Strong work, Girdwood FD!