PRESTONSBURG — The Floyd County Rescue Squad has already received a significant amount of response with their promotion of the new 911 Beacon Light and now a longtime partner of the squad will begin to help get the word out about this new lifesaving device.

A few weeks ago, the rescue squad introduced the 911 Beacon Light, which is a strobe light mounted on the outside of a house that activates itself when 911 is dialed. Its purpose is to direct first responders to the appropriate residence in the event of an emergency that may occur at night, when navigation can be difficult and seconds count.

Any resident who would like to receive a 911 Beacon Light is asked to make a $100 tax deductible donation to the Floyd County Rescue Squad. Tim Cooley, captain of the rescue squad, says they have already received nearly 100 orders so far.

The Prestonsburg Rotary Club, which has been a longtime contributor to the squad over the years, will also be promoting and accepting orders. The two organizations agreed yesterday during the rotary club meeting that for every $100 check the club brings to the squad, the squad will then give the club back $25, which is half of their cost for the product.

If you would like more information regarding the 911 beacon light or would like to place an order, you may contact the Floyd County Rescue Squad at (606) 886-8114 or one of the Prestonsburg Rotary Club members.