Vergennes Fire Hosts County “Stop the Bleed” Training with EMS Partners
Photo by Courtesy of City Of Vergennes Fire Department Members gather inside the station as crews assemble for the countywide training session.
Photo by Courtesy of City Of Vergennes Fire Department Instructors demonstrate proper tourniquet application during hands-on bleeding control training.
Photo by Courtesy of City Of Vergennes Fire Department Firefighters practice patient care techniques on the apparatus floor with rescue equipment staged nearby.
Photo by Courtesy of City Of Vergennes Fire Department Attendees participate in a classroom-style briefing to review procedures and reinforce life-saving skills.
March 19, 2026 — The City of Vergennes Fire Department hosted an Addison County Firefighters Association (ACFA) training focused on “Stop the Bleed” techniques, bringing together firefighters and emergency responders for hands-on instruction alongside the Vergennes Area Rescue Squad. Participants practiced multiple methods of bleeding control, including tourniquet application and wound packing, while also gaining valuable familiarity with rescue squad ambulances and equipment. Officials emphasized that integrating fire and EMS training enhances coordination and preparedness, ensuring responders can deliver rapid, life-saving care during emergencies.
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