Rescue

Photo by Jeffrey Mondo
Technical rescue incidents often require multiple skill sets. Technical rescue officers must ensure that the right people are placed performing the right tasks, such as trench rescue shoring, rigging and patient packaging all being performed together.
Christian Brown and Jeffrey Mondo share best practices for officers who supervise technical rescues, including empowering their subordinates to solve the problem.
Feb. 13, 2026
Louisville Fire Department
The scene at the first of two accidents where tractor-trailer cabs were left hanging over the Ohio River from a bridge.
Feb. 13, 2026
Video shows dramatic overnight rescue of Minnesota hunter lost in snow for 12 hours
Feb. 12, 2026
Photos by Michael Daley
EVs are considerably heavier than conventional automobiles. This GMC EV Hummer has a battery that weighs almost 3,000 lbs., placing the gross vehicle weight at more than 9,000 lbs. Serious consideration must be placed on lifting and stabilizing techniques.
Feb. 10, 2026
‘Cocoon’ of debris helps save driver in Dearborn garage collapse
Feb. 10, 2026
A dog that fell into a hidden well under a house was hoisted out by technical rescue crews in Liberty Township, OH.
Feb. 9, 2026
Camden firefighter who died after falling into Delaware River honored during procession
Feb. 6, 2026
Firefighters rescue swan frozen in icy waters of Norwalk River in Connecticut
Feb. 3, 2026
LIVE: SKY 11 over rescue mission for worker trapped in elevated sand hopper | wbaltv
Jan. 31, 2026

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