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BajaCactus
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Registered: 5-22-2004
Location: Km. 55, carretera transpenisular, El Rosario, B.C.
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The Desert Hawks need your help........ *** Update ***
The Desert Hawks (Halcones Del Desierto) has made a big difference in the aid that travelers and residents have received along Highway 1, both before
and after El Rosario, Baja California. We have two operations: The Emergency Medical Services and the Fire and Rescue Department, which is very new.
Most of our Medical, Fire and Rescue services are on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HalconesdelDesierto which can also be reach via www.deserthawksrescue.com
Our Emergency Medical Services have been in operation for about 2 years. Our only ambulance has now made over 200 calls from minor injuries to life
saving rescues.
The Fire and Rescue Department is relatively new but has already been called on to put out 6 fires that could have spread and threatened homes and
individuals.
About a month ago, final installation was done of a VHF 2-Meter Radio Repeater on top of the Mesa of El Rosario. This allows us radio coverage up to
60 miles north and 50 miles south of El Rosario, which in turn help us to more quickly respond to calls and communicate with doctors and hospitals to
get the best possible care.
The Desert Hawks Fire and Rescue have now been offered through aid groups in the U.S. and some dedicated individuals the following items.
1) An Ambulance… We currently have an ambulance but can only take one injured party, possibly a second if the party's injury is not
serious. A second ambulance would gives us more flexibility, can operate if the other ambulance is out of service, and can respond to accidents
involving multiple injuries.
2) The Jaws of Life… This is extrication equipment that can cut open a vehicle and allow us access to an injured individual and get
them to a hospital and possibly save a life.
3) A Mini Pumper/Rescue Rig… This is a vehicle that can quickly carry and deploy rescue equipment and tools to any accident, like the
Jaws of Life. It can also pump water and can respond to wild land fires and/or to structural fires in homes or businesses that have difficult access
which our large fire truck cannot respond.
4) A Water Tender… This is a rig that transports 1,500 gallons of water. El Rosario has no fire hydrants and all water must be
brought to the site. The Water Tender can be used in conjunction with the fire engine or the Mini Pumper/Rescue Rig.
5) SCBA… These are Self Contained Breathing Apparatuses used by Fire Fighters to enter a burning building to either save lives or
help with putting out a fire.
We normally hope to get some of this type of equipment over time. This time, it's all available at once. Some of the equipment is in the State of
Washington, some in Northern California. In the case of the Jaws of Life, unfortunately the main pump was not functional so we needed to send it to a
certified service center to have it repaired.
The major costs we are facing are:
Pump Repair........................................$ 1,250.00
Rescue Rig Purchase.............................$ 1,000.00
Fuel to Bring 3 Vehicles to Baja..............$ 1,382.50
Travel & Hotel Costs to Pick up Vehicles...$ 1,470.00
Total..................................................$ 5,102.50
The Desert Hawks and its parent organizations, “Commitment, Inc.” in the U.S. and “Fundación Commitment International, A.C.” in Mexico have about $
2,500.00 in funds to pay for the above. We hereby ask if anyone can give a little to help. If we can get all of this equipment to El Rosario, all
of us, living in El Rosario or driving down Highway 1 near El Rosario will feel more secure that in the case of an emergency, help is available and
your life could be saved.
Will you help us and possibly yourself?
A tax-deductible donation in the US or Mexico can be made through PayPal, the Desert Hawks Facebook Page or by sending a check to:
Commitment, Inc
P.O. Box 178309
San Diego, CA 92177
In Mexico we can also receive donations through:
Our Bank acount at Bancomer
Fundación Commitment International, A.C.
or
Personally at BajaCactus in El Rosario
Besides the above, the Desert Hawks have purchased some land across the street from the Pemex Gas Station in El Rosario (BajaCactus). Work has begun
on a long-term project to make this the future home of the Desert Hawks.
We wish to thank all of you who have given generously in the past. It has been an honor to make your Baja experience safer for both our visitors from
afar and our fellow citizens. We hope that with our expanded services, we have earned your continued support.
The Desert Hawks Fire and Rescue Team
Together we can save lives... Together, we can make a difference!!!
Email Desert Hawks
[Edited on 5-22-2015 by BajaCactus]
BajaCactus
"Where Baja is so much more than a dream..."
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woody with a view
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Antonio, check Paypal. Mas Olas just donated in the name of our friend, Elsa!
Thank you!
[Edited on 4-20-2015 by woody with a view]
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rhintransit
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Another PayPal contribution on the way, Antonio. Sent to Commitment, Inc just now.
reality\'s never been of much use out here...
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rts551
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good job ANtonio. Paypal on the way.
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volcano
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Registered: 3-5-2007
Location: Cave Junction, Oregon and Boca Del Salado area, Ea
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just donated $250....hope I never have to use their services on the way thru.....but just in case....
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CaboMagic
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Thank you for your dedication Antonio and all ..
Our contribution made by Paypal. T&L
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Ateo
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Let's keep this going................a more than worthy cause. Donation made, let me know if it doesn't come thru.
And as a reminder, post Tax day, every donation can be written off each April 15th!
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David K
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Registered: 8-30-2002
Location: San Diego County
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Since 2004, Antonio continues to be a super Nomad, even if he doesn't post often. Please support his Baja Cactus Pemex and Motel in El Rosario, as
well. He is an honest, hard working man who goes way out of his way to help others in need... he always has, as many Nomads can testify to.
Baja Nomads are people helping people, as Baja Bernie used to say here before he passed away.
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Mula
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Registered: 8-16-2011
Location: San Nicolas y Lopez Mateos
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Another Paypal donation on it's way.
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TMW
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Location: Bakersfield, CA
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Ditto another PP donation.
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DENNIS
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Jeeezo...I just priced a "Jaws for Life" and found one on sale for around 7500 dlls. that was about 4000 off the window sticker price. It aint cheap
to be a good guy.
Any firemen out there that can look into some used equipment?
"YOU CAN'T LITTER ALUMINUM"
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ncampion
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Registered: 4-15-2006
Location: Loreto
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PayPal sent, thanks Antonio, hope to see you soon at BC.
Living Large in Loreto. Off-grid and happy.
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rdrrm8e
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Quote: Originally posted by DENNIS  |
Jeeezo...I just priced a "Jaws for Life" and found one on sale for around 7500 dlls. that was about 4000 off the window sticker price. It aint cheap
to be a good guy.
Any firemen out there that can look into some used equipment?
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I am looking into it now Dennis.
I will also post this on BD.
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Robinhood
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Registered: 7-14-2009
Location: Mulege,BCS,Mx.
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Good deeds deserve support. Good work Falcons.
Pay-Pal'd a little to your kitty.
Good luck.
http://www.mulege-properties.info
Skype: mulegeproperties
011 52 1 615 103 3546 (cell from USA)
+52-615-153-1035 (From the USA) Office.
+52-1-615-153-1123 (From the USA Home
615-153-1035/615-153-1123 from Mexico
My cell works the best if you have a problem dialing from the USA, just email me and I will call you back at your convenience.
*Stop for a cappuccino, sweet roll, or an organic lasagna at MAGO's Bakery all winter long.*
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bajaandy
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Registered: 2-7-2004
Location: North County
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PayPal donation sent. Keep up the good work Antonio!
subvert the dominant paradigm
"If you travel with a man, you must either fall out with him or make him your good friend."
JBL Noel
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BajaCactus
Senior Nomad
Posts: 663
Registered: 5-22-2004
Location: Km. 55, carretera transpenisular, El Rosario, B.C.
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Just another accident: Desert Hawks Facebook
Our EMT's are out attending a motorcycle rider who had an accident on the highway, north of El Rosario. Patient does not have any feelings on his low
extremities... does not look good. Our volunteers most probably will have to bring him all the way to the US border.
Thank you for all your help and support.
Antonio Muñoz
Desert Hawks Fire and Rescue
BajaCactus
"Where Baja is so much more than a dream..."
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rts551
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| Quote: Originally posted by BajaCactus | Just another accident: Desert Hawks Facebook
Our EMT's are out attending a motorcycle rider who had an accident on the highway, north of El Rosario. Patient does not have any feelings on his low
extremities... does not look good. Our volunteers most probably will have to bring him all the way to the US border.
Thank you for all your help and support.
Antonio Muñoz
Desert Hawks Fire and Rescue |
This could be you some day. Pls provide donations...not just words of support! I am also aware that Antonio is helping others to bring much needed
equipment to Baja Sur.
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rts551
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Bump for a good cause
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MMc
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This needs to be at the top of the page.
Any news at to how much has been raised?
"Never teach a pig to sing it frustrates you and annoys the pig" - W.C.Fields
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elgatoloco
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Commitment is a fitting moniker for all that your organization does! Happy to help and hoping I never need your assistance. Keep up the good work.
Viva Baja Cactus!
MAGA
Making Attorneys Get Attorneys
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