On Tues, our HazMat Team trained on their pipe tree prop. Members had to address leaking pipes, fittings & valves using clamps, wrenches & blank flanges. While water was used during the exercise, the scenarios helped Techs prepare to control a leak of a real hazardous substance.
Yesterday, our Special Ops responders stood by in Cheltenham Twp while Vice Pres. Kamala Harris (
@vp
) visited Montgomery County for a campaign event. Our HazMat + US&R Teams were proud to be at the ready to protect our elected officials, event attendees & the community at large.
Last week, 2 of our staff attended the Nat'l Radiological Emerg Prep Conf. Dep Director Wilson & Asst Director Frye were panelists regarding lessons learned from the '23 LGS exercise. Thanks to our fellow presenters (
@fema
@PEMAHQ
@PAStatePolice
@ConstellationEG
) & all attendees!
Recently, our US&R Team spent several hours training on the Schuylkill River, utilizing ropes to build an MCP (movable control point). While not commonly used, this technique allows boats to operate in conditions that motorized craft cannot due to underwater obstructions.
On Thursday, the
@MontcoPA
Commissioners issued a Proclamation in recognition of the upcoming 50th anniversary of EMS Week, which runs from May 19th to the 25th. We’d like to thank all of our local EMS professionals for their dedicated service to Montgomery County!
This week, our US&R Team deployed to the Schuylkill River to search for a missing boater. US&R personnel spent 12 hrs over 2 days searching the river/shoreline. Our UAV Team also assisted. Sadly, the subject was located deceased on Thurs. Our thoughts are w/ his family & friends.
With mixed emotions, we announce the retirement of Director Michael Vest. Mike served DPS for 15yrs & was a tireless advocate for his employees, never failing to support, encourage, praise & fight for his team of professionals. We wish him a very happy, healthy & safe retirement!
We’re happy to announce an exciting partnership w/
@MontTwp
Police!
1) Anyone can pick up free Naloxone, 24/7, no ID/proof of residence req'd @ MTPD
2) Our Overdose Response Team will automatically deploy to any OD w/ relevant notes in the twp during MCORT’s operational hours.
Today, MCORT (Montgomery Co. Overdose Response Team) attended the Second Chance Resource Fair, hosted by the Clerk of Courts. We provided hands-only CPR & Naloxone training + info on recovery resources. Attendees could take 2 doses of Naloxone and/or xylazine test strips w/ them.
The April PSN is now available! View & subscribe () for info on Telecommunicator & Trainee of the Year, MCORT + Montgomery Twp partnership, what3words, Telecomm week thank you, Tanker/LDH water supply, emerg mgmt foam disposal, Tpke interoperability & more!
This week, we’re supporting Upper Merion Fire & EMS as they train their new Firefighter/EMT recruits. Yesterday afternoon, our Tactical Communications Team provided simulated dispatches from Field Comm 1 while firefighters responded to incidents on the grounds of our Fire Academy
Yesterday, utilizing grant $, we provided fire co's an opportunity to safely dispose of old firefighting foam containing PFAS, free of charge. By removing this funding obstacle, fire co's will be able to devote their resources to buying environmentally friendly fluorine-free foam
A Code Blue has been declared for
@MontcoPA
from 9pm tonight (Wed) to 9am tomorrow (Thurs). During this time, the temp/wind chill are expected to be at or below 32°F. Need shelter during a Code Blue? Call
@HHSMontcoPA
at 610-278-3522 or email Homeless
@montgomerycountypa
.gov.
We’d like to extend a sincere thank you to all of the individuals & organizations that donated in support of our staff on National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week! We’d also like to thank everyone who posted on social media or stopped by to say hello. We appreciate it!
Yesterday, during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, we honored 2 very deserving staff @ the
@montco_pa
Commissioners’ Meeting. Our 2023 Telecommunicator of the Year is Christopher Ott & our '23 Trainee of the Year is Felicia Wittenberger. Congrats to Chris & Felicia!