Middlesex, Dundee Teams Hold Rope Rescue Drill
Photo by Middlesex Hose CompanyTeam members work together to establish secure anchors in a wooded area during nighttime rope rescue training.
Photo by Middlesex Hose Companyscene lighting and equipment setup on the edge of the operation area for the joint rescue exercise.
Photo by Middlesex Hose Company Firefighters coordinate movements while managing rope systems and communication in the dark terrain.
Photo by Middlesex Hose CompanyClose-up of the rigging system as members practice knot work and mechanical advantage setups.
Photo by Middlesex Hose CompanyCrews from Middlesex and Dundee review techniques and ensure system integrity under supervision.
October 9, 2025 — Members of the Middlesex Fire Department’s Rope Rescue Team joined forces with the Dundee Rope Rescue Team Thursday evening for a joint hands-on training session.
The exercise focused on the fundamentals of rigging and anchor placement, as well as the safe and effective use of a Stokes basket during rescue operations. Firefighters also practiced connecting multiple 100-foot rope lengths, learning proper techniques to extend reach and maintain safety when operating in challenging conditions.
These collaborative training sessions are designed to ensure that both departments remain prepared and proficient when responding to real-world rescue scenarios.
The Middlesex Fire Department praised the session as a great example of teamwork and interdepartmental cooperation, noting that such joint exercises strengthen readiness and coordination across regional
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