To illustrate what that looks like, let’s start with a common scenario in a flood environment: Rapidly rising water swells overwhelm drainage infrastructure and natural riverbanks, resulting in the following: In these cases, we can identify a progressive approach with building blocks and more focused capabilities, culminating with advanced skill sets and equipment. This is understandable, as such efforts require significant financial investment, training time, and willingness and ability within the ranks to meet the rigorous physical demands of performing water rescue. However, most departments are not prepared for the magnitude of investment and training that is required to provide comprehensive water rescue services. The increasing number of flood-based emergencies over the last several years has driven more and more fire departments to seek assistance in developing or enhancing their water rescue capabilities.Īs I engage with these departments, it’s clear that some organizations can jump right in with both feet and have the funding, need and buy-in within the ranks.
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