Mashpee Fire Department Assists With Recovery of Santuit Pond Monitoring Device
Photo by Mashpee Fire Department Firefighters in cold-water rescue suits advance across frozen Santuit Pond using safety lines and ice rescue equipment.
Photo by Mashpee Fire Department A rescue sled is positioned on the ice as crews work to access the trapped monitoring device.
Photo by Mashpee Fire Department Firefighters carefully maneuver equipment at the ice edge during the recovery operation.
Photo by Mashpee Fire Department A post-operation briefing takes place as responders conclude the coordinated recovery effort.
January 2, 2026 — The Mashpee Fire Department assisted Mashpee Natural Resources on Thursday morning with the recovery of a water quality monitoring device from Santuit Pond after the equipment became trapped in ice.
Firefighters trained in ice and cold-water operations responded to safely access the frozen pond and remove the device without incident. Crews utilized specialized ice rescue equipment, safety lines, and controlled entry techniques to ensure both responder safety and protection of the equipment during the recovery.
The operation highlighted the value of interdepartmental cooperation and specialized winter rescue training, allowing the monitoring device to be retrieved while minimizing risk to personnel and the surrounding environment.
Officials thanked Mashpee Natural Resources and fire department members for their coordinated efforts in completing the operation safely and efficiently.
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