photos courtesy of Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, Ridgewood Professional Firefighters FMBA Local 47 members from A and B platoons participated in an ice rescue drill at Graydon Pool, enhancing their life-saving skills in cold-water emergencies.
Hands-On Training Led by Experts
🏊‍♂️ This drill followed previous classroom and awareness-level training conducted at the firehouse.
🧊 Ice rescue technicians SFFE Bombace and FF Miller led the hands-on exercises, ensuring firefighters were equipped with the knowledge and techniques needed for real-life rescues.
Realistic Rescue Scenarios
🔥 Firefighters trained using both water rescue suits and without, simulating a variety of emergency situations.
🛟 Participants practiced life-saving techniques to safely retrieve victims trapped on or under the ice.
Strengthening Emergency Preparedness
âś… The drill was a success, providing firefighters with essential skills, confidence, and experience to respond effectively to ice-related emergencies.
🚒 Ridgewood’s first responders remain committed to public safety, continuously refining their expertise to protect the community year-round.