EFD Receives Elevator Training
Elevators are a great convenience–until they stop working, whether due to mechanical problems or as a result of a larger emergency. Elkins Fire Department and Randolph County Department of Homeland Security personnel spent Saturday getting up to speed on the special challenges and risks associated with rescuing people trapped in elevators.
The training session was led by John Hoffman, a retired fire chief from New Jersey and the current Braxton County Department of Homeland Security director. Members were instructed on operating landing doors, manual lowering of elevator cars and firefighter bypass operations.
The training was held at Davis Medical Center.
2021 Leaf Pickup Starts Oct. 4
Leaf pick up begins Monday, October 4, 2021 and continues for the rest of the fall, until either all leaves have been collected or snow has started falling. What to do with your leaves To make use of this service, rake leaves into […]
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Covid Testing is Saturday, May 30 Elkins, WV – There will be a community Covid-19 testing this Saturday, May 30 at locations in Mill Creek and Elkins. The tests are free to the public and will not be subject to pre-screening guidelines. […]
Read MoreCity Hall News: Week of October 18, 2021
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