VIDEO: First responders in Twin Falls had the opportunity on Wednesday to test their knowledge and skills in a real-world scenario at the Magic Valley Regional Airport. The scenario involved a plane that had just crashed, leaving a fuselage full of people in need of rescue. “The fuselage has split into two pieces. The fire department will arrive to extinguish the fire and then begin assisting the survivors,” said Matt Barnes, airport operations supervisor.
This training was part of a collaborative effort between various agencies in the Magic Valley. Real-world scenario training like this equips these lifesaving professionals with the readiness they need in case a real disaster were to occur. “This way, we get to get our hands dirty, work together, and ensure we’re prepared for the ‘what-if,'” Barnes added. To enhance the realism of the exercise, a special fuselage trailer was brought in to simulate the downed aircraft, complete with flame-throwing features that provided firefighters with a clear target.
