The student will demonstrate a basic understanding of passenger vehicle extrication and the associated tools and techniques through participation in class discussion and practical activities. SPO 1-1 ...

The New Orleans, LA, Fire Department has been building an in-house vehicle extrication technician course for the better part of the past decade. Along the way, we have picked up a few hard-earned ...

Today’s vehicles are well equipped to try to keep drivers safe during a crash and include safety equipment like airbags and other technologies. Unfortunately, this can sometimes impede the progress of ...

The Lynchburg Police Department said Monday night that they are actively investigating a shooting. Virginia's new gun law draws mixed response from retailers, lawmakers and advocates Virginia’s new ...

The ability to properly remove a trapped victim from a vehicle, or other machinery, in a safe and efficient manner is vital for fire and rescue personnel. Vehicle Extrication Levels I & II: Principles ...

The Vacaville Fire Department will get new rescue equipment aimed at improving emergency response to car accidents thanks to a grant from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation. The Foundation ...

With 13.9 million hybrid and electric vehicles expected to be on the world’s roadways within 5 years, emergency responders must be knowledgeable about the unique challenges these vehicles pose. As ...

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 ...

VICENZA, Italy - Motor vehicle accidents are one of the common emergency incidents to which fire departments respond. To improve the skills and techniques required to safely and efficiently extricate ...

FORREST COUNTY, Miss. (WDAM) - When seconds matter, Forrest County volunteer firefighters are preparing for the calls that can mean the difference between life and death. Crews from the Macedonia and ...

DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - All too often traffic crashes leave vehicles mangled and unrecognizable. In many of these situations, the quick work of first responders is the difference between life and death.

First responders are responding to a multi-vehicle accident in Colorado Springs Friday morning, requiring extrication.