Robert Policht explains the particulars of the disciplined stabilization, extrication, teamwork and training that's required ...

Fire Chief Dave McCoy practices coil throws to rescuers on the other side of the river with a throw bag and rope during swift water rescue training at Little Beaver Creek. (Photo by Kristi R.

The Salem Fire Department completed its annual extrication training last week, with cars provided by Kaiser Towing. Capt. Jeff Olinger said that each year Kaiser Towing donates three cars to the ...

Hyundai provides crash training extrication to local firefighters in safe environment; Six crashed electric vehicles support ...

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – A precarious pile up of vehicles, including a bus donated by Tahoe Transport, was staged by South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue at Welcome’s Auto Body and Towing to train fire ...

LE MARS, Iowa (KTIV) - Area fire departments underwent intensive heavy vehicle extrication training Oct. 11 and 12, learning critical skills to rescue individuals trapped in vehicles. The 14-hour ...

Every vehicle collision is different, said Matt Carlson, and a Saturday training in Mapleton helped first responders prepare for when vehicle extractions are needed. Carlson, an instructor with ...

Carson City Sheriff’s Search and Rescue (CCSSAR) conducted their regular high angle ropes rescue training this last weekend ...