10/17/2026
Today, members of the Ferrisburgh Fire Department joined members of the Vergennes Area Rescue Squad (VARS) for joint vehicle extrication training.
This hands-on training allowed our firefighters to practice patient care during extrication operations while giving newer members valuable experience using our extrication tools, equipment, and techniques.
VARS members also had the opportunity to experience extrication from the patient’s perspective by being inside the vehicle as windows, doors, and the roof were removed. This provided valuable insight into what patients may experience during these operations and reinforced the importance of communication, coordination, and patient comfort throughout the process.
Joint training like this builds teamwork, strengthens relationships between our agencies, and helps ensure we can work together effectively to provide the best possible patient care and safety during stressful emergency situations.
A big thank-you to VARS for taking time out of your weekend to train alongside us! We appreciate your continued partnership and commitment to serving our communities.