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Ellington Fire Cadets Gain Hands-On Experience in Vehicle Rescue Training
October 08, 2025 | CONNECTICUT
Courtesy of The Ellington Volunteer Fire Dept,
Photo by The Ellington Volunteer Fire Department (CT).
Photo by The Ellington Volunteer Fire Department (CT).
Photo by The Ellington Volunteer Fire Department (CT).
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Ellington, Conn. — October 8 —Cadet training on vehicle stabilization and extrication was held by the Ellington Volunteer Fire Department. Cadets practiced safe patient-access procedures, tool identification, and cribbing and strut placement under the guidance of seasoned advisors. Setting up a safe work zone, coordinating with EMS during simulated rescues, and scene size-up were the main focus of the session.
Students interested in joining or learning more about the program can contact the department at Katie.Prato@ellingtonfire.org.
Courtesy of The Ellington Volunteer Fire Dept
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