American Red Cross Snohomish County Chapter volunteer Cherrin Pugmire threw herself into her first-aid training.

Pugmire recently left her home to teach a Red Cross first-aid class for Boeing workers. She fell and thought she sprained her ankle, but went on to the class.

When her students learned of her injury, the resourceful group filled a bucket with ice and had her ice her ankle while she taught the class.

Afterwards, they helped her get back to her car.

Kris Krischano, Red Cross spokesman, said it turned out the ankle was broken. Pugmire is also a member of the chapter’s Disaster Action Team.

Keep the cat out of the lilies

The Humane Society of the United States warns cat owners of the dangers of Easter lilies and other spring flowers if cats eat the flowers.

Swallowed Easter lily and most other species of lily can cause kidney failure in cats. All parts of the lily plant are considered toxic to cats and consuming even small amounts can be life threatening.

If you think your cat ate some Easter lily, get it to the veterinarian. Without prompt and proper treatment, a cat may develop kidney failure in 36 to 72 hours.

If it isn’t too late, consider safer alternatives to lilies such as orchids, lily cactus, daisies or violets.

Apply for United Way award

The United Way of Snohomish County annually recognizes those who do exemplary community work with a Spirit of Snohomish County Award.

United Way seeks nominations for active volunteers who work to improve their communities. Winners will be recognized with an award at the Spirit of Snohomish County Breakfast on June 9 at the Lynnwood Convention Center. For a nomination form, go to www.uwsc.org. Forms are due by May 9.

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