Carlton Firefighters Conduct Ice Water Rescue Training
Photo by Carlton Fire Company Firefighters and support personnel gather along the shoreline as crews prepare for ice rescue training operations.
Photo by Carlton Fire Company Members suit up in cold-water rescue gear beside a rescue vehicle before entering the training scenario.
Photo by Carlton Fire Company A firefighter practices approaching a victim position while tethered to safety lines during the ice rescue drill.
March 7, 2026 — Members of the Carlton Fire Company and Carlton Fire Co. Recreation Hall took advantage of a late-winter day to conduct hands-on ice water rescue training.
Firefighters practiced deploying ropes, utilizing flotation equipment, and operating in specialized cold-water suits while working on the frozen surface. The drill allowed responders to rehearse techniques used to safely reach and remove victims who have fallen through the ice.
Training exercises like this help firefighters prepare for emergencies on frozen lakes and waterways, where quick action and proper equipment are critical for survival in extremely cold conditions.
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