8 Broadcaster Press April 2, 2019 www.broadcasteronline.com American Red Cross Offers Flood Safety Information SIOUX FALLS – With the potential for major or moderate flooding across the Dakotas Region this spring, people are at risk and the American Red Cross is issuing flood safety steps people should follow. FIND A SHELTER If someone needs to find a shelter, they can visit redcross.org/shelter, download the free Red Cross Emergency App or call 1-800-REDCROSS (1-800-733-2767). The Emergency App is available in app stores by searching for the American Red Cross or going to redcross.org/ apps. Anyone who plans to stay in a Red Cross shelter should bring prescription medications, extra clothing, pillows, blankets, hygiene supplies, other comfort items and important documents. Don’t forget to bring any special items for children, such as diapers, formula and toys, or for family members who have unique needs. FLOOD SAFETY The Red Cross urges people who may be impacted to follow these safety steps. Get Ready for Flooding • Pack your emergency kit. Include a gallon of water per person, per day – 3 days for evacuation, 2-week supply for home. Also pack a 3-day supply of non-perishable food, a flashlight, battery or hand crank radio, extra batteries, first aid kit, medications, sanitation and personal hygiene items, cell phone with charger, family and emergency contact information, extra cash, a map of the area and items for babies, anyone with special needs and your pets. • Make sure everyone in your household knows what to do if a flood watch or warning is issued. • Get access to NOAA radio broadcasts. • Keep insurance policies, valuables and other important documents in a safe deposit box or a safe place not likely to be damaged in a flood. Take pictures and keep copies of important documents and files on a flash drive that you can carry with you. • Don’t forget your pets. Prepare a pet emergency kit for your companion animals. Right Before a Flood • Know the difference between a watch and warning. A watch means that a flood or flash flood is possible in your area, while a warning means that flooding/flash flooding is already occurring or will occur soon in your area. • Listen to local area radio, NOAA radio or TV stations for the latest information and updates. • Be prepared to evacuate quickly if directed and know your routes and destinations. If someone needs to find a shelter they can visit redcross.org/shelter. • Check emergency kit and replenish any items missing or in short supply. Keep it nearby. During a Flood • Move immediately to higher ground or stay on high ground. Evacuate if directed. Avoid walking or driving through flood waters. Indoor Safety • Turn off the power and water mains if instructed to do so by local authorities. • Boil tap water until supplies have been declared safe. • Avoid contact with floodwater. It may be contaminated with sewage. • Continue listening to local area radio, NOAA radio or TV stations for the latest information and updates. • Don’t use gas or electrical appliances that have been flooded until after they have been checked for safety. • Dispose of any food that has come into contact with flood water. Outdoor Safety • Avoid already flooded areas and areas that are subject to sudden flooding such as dips and low spots. Stay away from rivers, streams, creeks and storm drains. • The National Weather Service reports that nearly half of all flood fatalities are vehicle related. Do not attempt to cross flowing streams or water covered roads. • If caught in a flash flood, try to get to higher ground and stay there. Just six inches of fast-flowing water can knock you over and two feet will float a car. • Turn around and find another route if you come upon floodwater, rapidly rising water or barricades. • Don’t allow children to play in or near flood water. It may be contaminated with sewage. After a Flood • If evacuated, return only when authorities say it is If you don’t get the word out about your business, no one else will!!! safe to do so. Continue listening to local news or a NOAA Weather Radio for updated information and instructions. • More information, including a flood safety checklist in several languages, is available here. DOWNLOAD APPS People can download the Red Cross Emergency App for instant access to weather alerts for their area and where loved ones live. Expert medical guidance and a hospital locator are included in the First Aid App in case travelers encounter any mishaps. Both apps are available to download for free in app stores or at redcross.org/apps. These apps are also available in Spanish. Search for “American Red Cross” in your mobile app store or go to redcross.org/apps. In the app, go to “settings” and “change your apps language” to switch your language to Spanish. About the American Red Cross: The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or visit us on Twitter at @RedCrossDakotas. Auctions Land & Property • Antiques • Consignments • Farm • Auto & more... Upcoming Auctions STABE CONSIGNMENT AUCTION Saturday, April 13th @ 9:30 AM 6 miles East of Hinton, IA on C-60 There is a high demand for used equipment. Turn yours into CASH NOW!! Call now to get your items advertised in all our ads covering IA, NE, SD, MN & Radio, Website and Facebook. Reaching Thousands!!! Sales average over 1,500 buyers. We sell Tractors, Combines, Trucks, Trailers, Farm & Atq. Equip, Lawn & Garden, Livestock Equip., Tools, Hay & Straw, plus Ag Related Misc. We welcome Individual, Estates, Farm Reductions, Dealers, Etc. NO HOUSEHOLD ACCEPTED We have over 20 acres for equipment & parking!! Fast loadout sale day!! Advertising deadline: March 30th Ph. or Text: Stabe Auction Co. 712-540-9640 Email: auction@frontiernet.net Website: www.stabeauctionandrealty.com Mayer Appointed Sixth Circuit Judge M. Bridget Mayer has been appointed by Gov. Kristi Noem to serve as judge for the Sixth Judicial Circuit. “Bridget has a strong history of serving her community and upholding the law,” said Noem. “Her background and experience have prepared her well for this position, and I’m confident she will be an excellent judge.” “I am honored to serve as a circuit court judge,” said Mayer. “I look forward to continuing my legal career and serving the people of South Dakota in this new capacity.” Mayer grew up in Jefferson, South Dakota. After graduating from Jefferson High School, she attended Augustana College, the University of St. Thomas, and the University of South Dakota School of Law where she obtained her Juris Doctor. For the past 30 years, Mayer has served as an Assistant Attorney General and supervising attorney, where she specializes in general criminal litigation. She has also led the Statewide Drug Prosecution Unit, and served in the Appellate Division and the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit. As part of her assignments, Mayer has been a longtime instructor at the law enforcement training academy in Pierre. Mayer is a member of the State Bar of South Dakota and is admitted to practice before the courts of the State of South Dakota, U.S. Federal District Court, and the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals. She formerly served as a State Bar Commissioner for the Sixth Judicial Circuit. Aside from her law practice, Mayer has volunteered with Junior Achievement for five years. She has also enjoyed coaching a girls middle school travelling basketball team. Mayer lives in Pierre with her husband, Bob, and three children: JR, Jake, and Jordan Teresa. The Sixth Judicial Circuit Court is served by four circuit judges and one magistrate and covers fourteen counties. The administrative services for the court is based in Pierre. 2-Bedroom Ranch Home with 2-Stall Garage in Burbank, SD AT ABSOLUTE Thursday, April 18th at 5:30PM 32018 Cusick St., Burbank, SD 1 Block West of the Burbank School OPEN HOUSES: Sunday, March 31st • 1-2PM & Thursday, April 4th • 6-7PM LEGAL: Lots 1&2 Blk 8, City of Burbank, Fairview Township, Clay County, SD TAXES: $968.34 Sump Pump City Ordinance Sump pumps have been installed in many Vermillion homes to remove groundwater collected by foundation drains and thereby prevent water damage to basement walls and floors. This water is not polluted and does not require any treatment before being discharged to a waterway. Sanitary sewers, however, collect waste from homes, other buildings and businesses. This waste must be treated prior to discharge to a waterway. The discharge of sump pumps to floor drains and to indoor plumbing can result in hydraulic overloads of the sanitary sewer. When sewer lines become overloaded, sewage can back up into homes and businesses. Therefore, it is against Vermillion City Ordinance to discharge a sump pump to the sanitary sewer system. We want to protect all homeowners from sewer backups. To do this we need everyone's cooperation to ensure sump pumps are not discharged to the sanitary system. If you have any questions concerning the proper discharge of sump pumps, feel free to contact Wastewater at (605) 677-7077 or wastewater@cityofvermillion.com. Personal Property will sell at 4:00 pm with 50+ Guns & Knives; Real Estate at 5:30 and we will conclude the remainder of the Personal Property after the House sells. Please go to www.GirardAuction.com for a full listing of the personal property; which includes Boat, Mowers, Truck, Tools, Furniture & more! This is a Governor’s home built in 2001 w/960 sq. ft. of living area. Includes 2-bedrooms both with closets; 1 full bath; kitchen/dining area and living room. Home has all new carpet and flooring recently put in; central air; Propane Heat; vinyl siding and asphalt shingles. There are 2 decks on the home, a 12’x8’ and a 6’x6’. There is a crawl space under the home as well. There is an unattached 2-car garage w/electric door openers and a new steel roof. Also includes a 12’x12’ garden/storage shed and a 1,000-gallon propane tank. This is a very well-kept home with lots of yard area for a garden, expansion, another shed or playground. Would make a great starter home or rental property as well. Be sure to check out one of the open houses or contact the auction company to set up a viewing. AUCTIONEERS NOTE: Be ready to buy, as this is an ABSOLUTE AUCTION and the home WILL SELL that day regardless of price! Visit www.GirardAuction.com for more details & tons of pictures! TERMS: $10,000 non-refundable down payment due the day of the auction with the balance due on closing, May 20th, 2019. Closing cost & Title Insurance split 50/50 between the buyer and seller. Clay County Title is the closing agent. Taxes prorated to the day of closing. Possession on closing. Auctioneers are acting as agents on behalf of the seller. Melvin Nielsen – Owner Melvin Gray – Conservator Girard Auction & Land Brokers, Inc. (605) 267-2421 Toll Free: 1-866-531-6186 www.GirardAuction.com Marv Girard—BA; Ken Girard, CAI—Broker, Mike Girard, CAI—BA, Scott Moore--Auctioneer