Extrication Tools Help Save a Life in Florida

Milton, FL

In January 2024, the City of Milton Fire Department responded to a pickup truck that had run off the road and through the guardrail, landing on its side against a gas regulation station. The driver was unable to get out of the vehicle and in need of immediate help. Rescue crews arrived and got to work, using their new battery-powered extrication tools to safely free the patient.

“The tools performed wonderfully, and the patient was quickly extricated and transported to the hospital.”
– Chief Reble, City of Milton Fire Department

Granted Tools Used:
Cutter: Hydraulic tool designed to cut through metal to extricate trapped patients.
Spreader: Hydraulic tool designed to remove obstructions to extricate trapped patients.