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The Wildfire Sprinkler System

May 30, 2014 by J.B.

It’s hard to believe, but it’s already fire season here in Central Washington. The Taylor Bridge Fire, which threatened the sanctuary two years ago, was a vivid reminder that no matter how prepared you think you are for an emergency, there’s always more you can do. That’s why we’re so excited to be testing out our new emergency wildfire sprinkler system.

The system was made possible by a grant from the ASPCA and the donation of a pump by the good folks at PumpBiz. Because power is unreliable during wildfires, the pump runs on propane and draws water from a spring fed pond on the sanctuary property. Dozens of sprinklers, mounted to the posts of our security fence, drench everything within 40 feet of the chimp house.

The Taylor Bridge Fire was a very emotional experience for everyone involved, and I can’t tell you how good it feels to see this sprinkler system in action. Our thanks go out to the ASPCA and PumpBiz, as well as Keith and Nick, who did all the hard work.

Meanwhile, while we’re running around preparing for emergencies, the chimps are relaxing and enjoying the sunshine on Young’s Hill.

Foxie with a piece of grapefruit:

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Jody with many pieces of grapefruit:

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Foxie, Missy, and Annie:

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Jamie scouting for food in the grass:

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Jamie admiring the bamboo, Foxie admiring Dora:

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Jamie trying to  find a way in to the termite mound:

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Burrito, toy in hand:

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Missy foraging for wild plants on Young’s Hill:

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Filed Under: Burrito, Construction, Dolls, Food, Foxie, Jamie, Jody, Missy, Sanctuary, Thanks, Volunteers, Young's Hill Tagged With: aspca, chimpanzee, fire, northwest, pumpbiz, rescue, Sanctuary, sprinkler, wildfire

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