16 May 2008

Space Coast Brush Fires

I've been away at a conference and just returned home. Apparently, a lot has gone on while I was away, including arson.

Floridatoday.com: Suspect claims that fire was an accident

The suspect seems to be a very busy guy. "Crowder told investigators that he fled from a traffic stop because he didn’t want to be picked up for his parole violations, and because he wasn’t supposed to be driving a car. 'I have a violation of probation,' Crowder told reporters. 'I have no driver’s license. I was driving.'” This guy also has quite a long rap sheet.

I wonder if the fact that he was let out of jail was "an accident."

I want to seriously praise everyone who took care of Crowder's mess and protected lives while risking their own. Our local firefighters, police and forestry crews never get enough credit for all of the work they do until something tragic like this happens. Kudos to all of you and the tough work that you do, everyday, it is greatly appreciated!

For anyone wanting to help the victims, donations can be made at the following Brevard County organizations:

Space Coast Credit Union
Community Educators Credit Union
KSC Federal Credit Union
Riverside National Bank

Contributions can also be mailed to or dropped by:
United Way of Brevard
937 Dixon Blvd.
Cocoa, FL 32922

Make checks payable to: United Way 2008 Fire Response Fund

Donations can also be made online at www.uwbrevard.org.

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