Montana Army National Guard’s 1050th, 1051st, and 1052nd Firefighter Detachments conduct vehicle extrication training.
by DVIDS
DVIDS— Soldiers from Montana Army National Guard’s 1050th, 1051st, and 1052nd Firefighter Detachments conducted vehicle extrication training on May 4th, 2024 in Helena as part of their annual training requirements. This training includes using tools and equipment to force entry into a vehicle when responding to automotive emergencies. This perishable skill gives our firefighters the ability to respond anywhere and anytime they are needed across the world.
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