Crime & Safety
Wethersfield Firefighters Ready for Icy and Cold Conditions
Firefighters conducted a drill recently to prepare for cold-weather rescues.

WETHERSFIELD, CT — Wethersfield firefighters are ready for the cold weather.
Wethersfield Volunteer Fire Department members on Sunday conducted a cold water and ice rescue drill at Company One.
Firefighters said a quick response is necessary because hypothermia can quickly incapacitate a person and firefighters wearing cold water suits and using various tools and techniques can safely rescue a person or animal trapped in cold water or ice.
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