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Madawaska and Frenchville Train for Ice Rescue Certification
February 02, 2026 | MAINE
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MADAWASKA, ME — February 2nd — Members of the Madawaska and Frenchville fire departments recently underwent ice and cold water rescue training. The joint workshop concentrated on rescue procedures for frozen waterways, such as cold water immersion suits, rope systems, and rescue sleds. Crews practiced victim access, self-rescue, and coordinated team operations designed for winter emergencies common in northern Maine.
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