by bj2020 | Nov 13, 2021 | Uncategorized
First responders will use the facility to complete practice-runs to feel comfortable with saving someone in a flooded environment. The Austin and Pflugerville Fire Departments and the Hawaii National Guard have trained...
by bj2020 | Nov 13, 2021 | Uncategorized
Hurricanes are going to keep hitting us and swift water rescues are going to keep happening. Giving first responders someplace and even civilians a place that’s realistic gives them a better...
by bj2020 | Nov 13, 2021 | Uncategorized
Ten Harris County deputies participated in the training this week, even though most had experienced similar scenarios in 2017 during Hurricane Harvey. Much of those rescue efforts stemmed from pure...
by bj2020 | Nov 13, 2021 | Uncategorized
That was a key element that was missing before,” said Major Rolf Nelson, who oversees the sheriff’s disaster response. “We were going out there and doing the best we could. I think we can be more effective and a lot safer...
by bj2020 | Nov 13, 2021 | Uncategorized
First responders should remember that what we learned at Fathom Academy in Texas led to finding a few different ways of operating during in-water extrications out of...
by bj2020 | Nov 13, 2021 | Uncategorized
Swiftwater training facility Fathom Academy has expanded beyond Georgetown. In September, the business began to consult...
