USAF firefighters train on new truck to be used throughout CENTCOM AOR

Story by Tech. Sgt. Brigette Waltermire March 22, 2021 at 09:54AM Approximately 27 firefighters from throughout the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility gathered to train on the TITAN Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) P-19C vehicle at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar, March 12-15, 2021. The P-19C is the newest generation of C-130 transportable fire trucks in the U.S. Air Force.

Photo Essay: Fort McCoy firefighters practice surface ice rescue training at post's Swamp Pond

Story by Scott Sturkol March 18, 2021 at 12:53PM Firefighters with the Directorate of Emergency Services Fire Department complete surface ice rescue training March 17, 2021, on remaining ice at Swamp Pond on South Post at Fort McCoy, Wis.

Photo Essay: Fort McCoy firefighters practice surface ice rescue training at post's Swamp Pond

Story by Scott Sturkol March 18, 2021 at 12:53PM Firefighters with the Directorate of Emergency Services Fire Department complete surface ice rescue training March 17, 2021, on remaining ice at Swamp Pond on South Post at Fort McCoy, Wis.

Active shooter exercise tests RAF Mildenhall’s emergency response

Story by Karen Abeyasekere March 18, 2021 at 11:38AM EXERCISE! EXERCISE! EXERCISE! Please do not be alarmed – all injuries are simulated and no Airmen were hurt in the making of this scenario! Firefighters played the role of casualties during an active shooter scenario at RAF Mildenhall, England, March 17, 2021. The exercise was one of many throughout the week as a call to action in getting back to basics and testing the base on potential threats.

Ready to help: Hohenfels emergency response crew recognized for rescue efforts

Story by Sgt. Julian Padua March 17, 2021 at 01:56PM Members of the Hohenfels Fire Department, the Red Cross, and the tree climbing team for Hohenfels Training Area were awarded certificates of appreciation by the 2nd Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, for providing emergency services following an airborne operation training conducted by the unit. The ceremony took place at the Hohenfels Training Area on March 17, 2021.