Department Training Finds Crews Cutting Cars

Four joint department training this evening, crews cut apart two vehicles using the hydraulic rescue tools off of Rescue 49. More commonly known as the “Jaws of Life”, hydraulic rescue tools are used to rescue occupants who are trapped in a vehicle. The newer members of the department were guided through basic evolutions such as the “two door swing”, roof removal, roof flap, and dashboard lifting/jacking. A HUGE thank you goes out to Mike’s Towing and Recovery. Mike’s provided two vehicles and use of their facility for our training.