SOUTH BURLINGTON, VT, May 15: Members of South Burlington Fire IAFF Local 3671 have been practicing on rescuing patients trapped beneath cars and heavy objects for the past few weeks.

Firefighters acted out scenarios in which victims were pinned beneath a big truck and under concrete using a training dummy. According to officials, during the drills, teams used hydraulic rescue equipment, cribbing, and high-pressure air bags while simulating emergency medical services.

According to the department, the practical training aids in preparing firemen for challenging technical rescue situations that need patient extrication and heavy lifting.