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HEADS UP, RIO DELL: Starting Monday morning (6/8), crews plan to begin shifting U.S. 101 northbound traffic over to the southbound Eel River Bridge as part of the Eel River Bridge Seismic Retrofit Project. CHP will be present, so please slow down for the safety of our contractors and crews.

This project has progressed over the years as the northbound bridge in Rio Dell was identified as having seismic vulnerabilities. The project includes seismic retrofit work, replacing portions of the bridge structure, and improving the bridge approach so this key North Coast connection is better prepared for the long haul.

Travelers should expect lane closures and slowdowns in the area while traffic is shifted and crews continue work. Construction is anticipated to continue in phases through 2030, so thanks for slowing down, staying alert, and giving crews room to work safely.

The File of Life is a simple but incredibly important tool designed to help EMS and first responders provide faster, more effective medical care during emergencies. The form contains critical medical information such as:

• Medications

• Allergies

• Medical conditions

• Emergency contacts

• Physician information

• Insurance information

• DNR/medical directive information

Participants complete the form and place it in a visible location on their refrigerator, with the red File of Life magnet on the outside of the fridge to alert responding personnel that important medical information is inside.

During a medical emergency, every second matters. Having this information immediately available reduces the time EMS personnel spend asking questions and searching for medical history — allowing them to begin appropriate treatment faster and provide better care when it matters most.

This program is especially beneficial for:

Seniors

Individuals with medical conditions

Residents taking multiple medications

Anyone who wants to be prepared in an emergency

File of Life packets can now be picked up FREE at:

• Rio Dell Volunteer Fire Department

• Rio Dell Community Resource Center

• Rio Dell Police Department

Spanish versions are also available.

We are proud to work together with our community partners to provide another important service focused on protecting the health and safety of our residents.

We welcome feedback and suggestions from our readers. Feel free to reach out to us with any questions or comments you may have. Thank you for being a part of our community!