North Port, Florida — January 25th — At North Port Fire Rescue's tower on City Center Boulevard, firefighters from Station 86 "C" held a training exercise on forced entry. Crews rehearsed crucial methods for gaining entry in emergency situations, such as synchronized teamwork, lock defeat, and door management. Safety, communication, and minimizing property damage while guaranteeing prompt entrance for fire and rescue operations were the main topics of the training. In order to facilitate efficient decision-making on the scene, instructors also went over size-up, situational awareness, and appropriate tool use. According to department commanders, regular company-level drills assist firemen in staying confident and prepared. The course is a component of North Port Fire Rescue's organized training curriculum, which aims to strengthen fundamental firefighting abilities and promote uniform, expert response throughout the neighborhood.