On Tuesday night at 9:21 p.m., the Continental Village Fire Department, along with Cortlandt-Peekskill Paramedics and the Peekskill Community Volunteer Ambulance Corps, was dispatched to Annsville Circle for an overturned tractor-trailer with no entrapment. Car 2131, operated by Chief Maffettone, arrived on scene shortly after dispatch, determined there were no injuries, and canceled all EMS units.

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On Tuesday night, members of the Continental Village Fire Department drilled on vehicle stabilization and different techniques and tools that we can use to stabilize a vehicle that is on its side and unstable. Crews learned how to utilize a chain through the solid metal parts of the vehicle and connect it to our apparatus to pull tension and keep the vehicle stable while using step chocks on the other ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Tuesday evening, firefighters participated in an air bag rescue training exercise focused on safely lifting and stabilizing a vehicle with a simulated patient trapped beneath the front tire.

Members reviewed the proper setup and operation of the air bag system, consisting of high-pressure lifting bags, an air bottle, hoses, and a control board used to regulate inflation and deflation.

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On Tuesday night, members of the CVFD participated in vehicle extrication training with neighboring partners at Garrison Fire Department. Personnel from both departments worked with a vehicle to practice cutting techniques and familiarize themselves with various tools. The group also had the opportunity to train with eDRAULIC equipment provided by Garrison FD. The eDRAULIC tools use a built-in electric ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Tuesday evening, July 7th, firefighters participated in a rope rescue training exercise led by Firefighter Cardenas. Members reviewed the fundamentals of building a secure anchor system and operating a brake rack descent device to lower firefighters and a Stokes basket to a simulated patient.

The drill also covered transitioning to a Z-rig mechanical advantage haul system to efficiently raise ... (Full Story & Photos)