Montgomery County and state officials helped extinguish a smoky fire, used the jaws of life, crawled through a dark building and tried to revive an unconscious person during Fire Ops 101 Friday.
The 33 participants got a small taste of what it is like to be Montgomery County Fire and Rescue personnel and see firsthand what dangers they face.
Throughout the six-hour experience, the officials were reminded that much equipment and training are needed for rescue staff and volunteers to keep residents safe. They urged county councilmembers and state officials to please fund their budget requests.
Council President Evan Glass and members Kristin Mink, Marilyn Balcombe and Dawn Luedtke as well as Earl Stoddard, the county’s assistant chief administrative officer, Eric Luedtke, chief legislative officer for Gov. Wes Moore, and MCM reporter Suzanne Pollak participated.
Fire Ops 101 at Montgomery County Fire Rescue Public Safety Training Academy https://t.co/rgYgdrqOhG
— Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) September 22, 2023
