EXFIL Rescuer and Maritime models target search and rescue missions worldwide
Team Wendy introduces EXFIL Rescuer platform for SAR work Team Wendy has introduced its EXFIL Rescuer and EXFIL Maritime Rescuer bump helmets for search and rescue operations on land and in water, drawing directly on feedback from front-line teams. According to the company, the new platform is built on the same shell used in its […]
Rio de Janeiro graduate search and rescue dogs
The Rio de Janeiro State Military Fire Department (CBMERJ) has revealed that it gained 14 new specialists on 11 September. The 11th Class of the Search, Rescue and Rescue with Dogs Course (CBReSC/25), of the 2nd Forestry and Environmental Assistance Group (2nd GSFMA), graduated after 14 weeks of physical, technical and psychological training aimed at […]
Search and rescue operations in high-rise buildings, with High Rise Firefighting
Brent Brooks, Lead Instructor at High Rise Firefighting, discusses risks, building design and the complexities of high-rise firefighting Search and rescue operations in high-rise buildings present significant challenges for fire departments. Traditional search methods used at residential house fires are often impractical in large, complex structures. Locating trapped victims in high-rise buildings can be difficult […]
Ceará fire department enhances search and rescue operations with new vehicles
Delivery ceremony of new vehicles for CBMCE The Military Fire Department of the State of Ceará (CBMCE) has received seven new vehicles for its Search and Rescue Battalion (BBS). The vehicles were delivered during a ceremony held on Tuesday morning at the Headquarters of the General Command of the CBMCE, located at the Integrated Center […]
Brazil urban search and rescue leaders gather in Minas Gerais for INSARAG meeting
Overview of the INSARAG event in Brazil Between April 12th and 17th, the Minas Gerais Military Fire Department played host to a significant international event organized by the International Urban Search and Rescue Advisory Group (INSARAG). This event, closely associated with the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, convened global leaders in […]
Teledyne FLIR launches enhanced K-series thermal imaging cameras for firefighting and search and rescue
Teledyne FLIR, a division of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, has recently unveiled its updated K-Series firefighting and search and rescue (SAR) thermal imaging cameras (TICs). The latest iteration of the K-Series includes advancements in image clarity and sharpness, particularly in low-contrast scenarios. These improvements aim to elevate the overall perception, enhancing both the safety and efficiency […]
CBMERJ cadets complete rigorous Search, Rescue and Survival training
2nd year Officer Training Course students showcase their skills in Ribeirão das Lajes Ribeirão das Lajes, Piraí: On September 29, the Coronel Sarmento Teaching Complex in Guadalupe welcomed back the 2nd year cadets of the Officer Training Course (CFO) from the Military Fire Brigade of the State of Rio de Janeiro (CBMERJ). After a challenging […]
W. L. Gore & Associates: New risks, research and reliability
W.L. GORE & Associates Subject Matter Experts discuss how technology helps PPE to perform with purpose What sets Gore Protective Fabrics apart for firefighters and how does it help to ensure breathability, comfort and protection for the individual? GORE-TEX® Brand Protective Fabrics are set apart from competitors because of its legacy in enhancing garment performance through protection […]
AMKUS release Heavy Rescue series product line
AMKUS Rescue Systems, a provider of extrication solutions for firefighters and emergency responders has announced the launch of its newest product line: the Heavy Rescue Series. The Heavy Rescue Series includes five advanced tools engineered for today’s toughest extrications: the Heavy Rescue Spreader, Cutters, Combi Tool and Telescoping Ram. Design features of the tools Each […]
Rescue Retriever launch Kickstarter campaign for FireTag
Rescue Retriever, the providers of a smoke detector specifically designed to save pets in house fires, has launched a Kickstarter campaign for its new product FireTag. This collar attachment is designed to help firefighters quickly and easily locate pets during the chaos of house fires, designed to improve the chances pets are rescued safely. Importance […]
