Hanover, NH - The Hanover NH Fire Department is participating in an advanced rope rescue and arborist training program focused on complex elevated rescue operations.

This specialized training is designed to improve the department’s ability to safely and efficiently rescue individuals from trees, a scenario crews have encountered during past incidents involving aircraft and workers at height. Through hands-on instruction and technical skill development, members are refining techniques for access, stabilization, and patient removal in challenging environments.

The training strengthens operational readiness, ensuring crews are better equipped to perform these high-risk rescues with increased speed, safety, and confidence.