Larry Morris from the Public Utility District presenting on electrical safety.

Larry Morris from the Public Utility District presenting on electrical safety.

Family First Aid Night held

More than 80 speakers from 46 separate agencies presented emergency preparedness topics at the fourth Family First Aid Night on Feb. 6 at the Akalat Center in La Push.

The program, sponsored by Quileute Head Start and the Quileute Tribe, range of topics related to emergency preparedness, health, safety and prevention.

According to a press release, more than 350 participants listened to presentations, won prizes donated by local businesses and enjoyed a free dinner at the event.

Elroy, the Elks Lodge mascot, greets participants at the Akalat Center in La Push.

Elroy, the Elks Lodge mascot, greets participants at the Akalat Center in La Push.

Quileute Fish & Wildlife Officer James Salazar at the Quileute Head Start Family First Aid Night.

Quileute Fish & Wildlife Officer James Salazar at the Quileute Head Start Family First Aid Night.

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