Rescue

The Firehouse.com Rescue product category is a collection of information, product listings and resources for researching various technical rescue tools and equipment, including hazmat, water and ice rescue, vehicle extrication trench and collapse rescue tool options.
Yuma and Tucson fire departments hold annual rope rescue training
Training Drills

AZ Fire Departments Hold Annual Rope Rescue Training

April 29, 2024
The Yuma and Tucson fire departments train for rescues of palm tree workers who may suffer emergencies.
Vehicle Extrication

OH Firefighters Extricate Two from Vehicle

April 29, 2024
Conneaut firefighters responded after a vehicle accidentally drove off the upper pavilion parking lot at Conneaut Township Park.
House explodes hours after homeowner discover old dynamite hidden in the basement
Operations & Training

Old Dynamite Detonated in Holladay, UT, House

April 26, 2024
United Fire Authority Capt. Tony Barker said five or six sticks were too unstable to move.
New York City firefighters train at South Bend’s River Rescue School
Operations & Training

FDNY Swift Water Rescue Technicians Hone Skills

April 26, 2024
Intense training is underway at South Bend's River Rescue School.
Photos by Robert Policht
Rescue

Technical Rescue: Collapse Operations for Smaller Departments

April 26, 2024
Robert Policht provides the steps that smaller departments should take to develop basic shoring capabilities.