Rescue highlights dangers of firefighting

EDWARDSVILLE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Two firefighters were rescued from that burning building Thursday morning in Edwardsville . It highlights the dangers associated with firefighting.

“It’s one of the most dangerous professions in the country, and today just proved it,” said Chief Frank Guido from Kingston/Forty Fort Fire Department.

The dramatic rescues of two firefighters caught on camera. It happened Thursday morning during a fire at the office of the late District Judge James Haggerty in Edwardsville.

“Firefighters are usually the first ones on the scene, and every fire is different. This fire was just, heavy smoke showing and it was that black, thick, charcoal smoke that’s not good for you,” stated Chief Guido.

You can clearly see the teamwork displayed in these critical moments. Chief Guido says firefighters train for moments like this.

“Training never stops. You have to be trained to get the job, and training continues throughout your whole career,” added Chief Guido.

Rapid intervention teams play an important role at fire scenes like this. It’s a crew that serves as a stand-by rescue team for any trapped or injured firefighters.

“It was the Hanover Township RIT team that responded to this and they were just great at bringing those guys down,” continued Chief Guido.

The Edwardsville fire chief says the firefighters were treated and released from the hospital

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