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All Departments Administration Corrections Development Services Facilities Management Human Resources Information Technology Library Services Management and Budget Services Natural Resources Management Neighborhood and Human Services Parks and Recreation Public Safety Public Works Veterans Services Waste ServicesMembers of the Escambia County Fire Rescue Light Technical Rescue Team deployed Wednesday, Aug. 30, to Madison, Fla. to assist with rescue efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Idalia. ECFR's crew will spend up to 14 days working in the disaster-affected area performing search and rescue operations.
The LTRT that deployed to Madison is comprised of eight personnel specially trained in technical rescue. The team receives several hours of additional training in five disciplines: Vehicle and Machinery Rescue, Structural Collapse, Trench Rescue, Rope Rescue and Confined Space Rescue. Some of the personnel also have specialized training in flood water rescue.
“ECFR is fortunate to have these specialized rescue teams and the equipment to serve our citizens," said Deputy Chief Paul Williams. "These specially-trained personnel serve the citizens of the county daily, and we are proud to assist other agencies and citizens of Florida in the hurricane-ravaged areas."
The current team deploying to Madison consists of ECFR members from several stations. In addition to ECFR's deployment, members of Escambia County Emergency Management have deployed to Tallahassee to provide logistical support.
Members of the ECFR Light Technical Rescue Team
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