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2016 Combined Fire Boat exercise

Last Updated on Sunday, 06 March 2016

An RFS crew from the Hills district pumps out a "sinking vessel" while Marine Rescue treats a "casualty"Saturday March 5th saw the annual regional fire boat exercise conducted on the Hawkesbury River. Around two dozen boats were involved, with crews from the Rural Fire Service, Marine Rescue, Roads & Maritime Service as well as private vessels and more being involved.

Support Brigade provided 21 members to assist with the running of the event, as well as assistance in the delivery of catering.

Events included a "Sinking Vessel", "Marina Fire",  "Ferry Fire", a pumping exercise to an escaped "Pile Burn", as well as a rescue on booby trapped house.

The perfect weather meant a good time was had by all, and a lot was learned on the day.