RFD Explorers

Rockford Fire Explorer Post 413 is open to young adults aged 14-18, who are interested in the fire service. Explorers receive hands on training and experience.

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This morning @ExplorerPost413 participated in various fire ground evolutions at our Fire Academy located on West State Street.

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Today @ExplorerPost413 learned about safety near the water and rescue techniques.

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Today @ExplorerPost413 learned about coordinated fire attack and fire ground evolutions. This was conducted using digital fire simulators and smoke machines from @LION_Gear

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Today the @RockfordFire @ExplorerPost413 is at Cherry Valley Fire at the @IFSI Regional #FireExplorers training event. Learn more about our Explorer Post at https://t.co/NZU8eoE5eA

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We are glad to be part of #StrollonState!

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Thank you @OSFLifeFlight #RockfordIL crew for teaching @ExplorerPost413 about careers in healthcare and aviation!

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.@ExplorerPost413 are at #CrunchTime learning all about vehicle extrication.

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Thank you @RockfordFire #Engine11 and @LKQCorp #RockfordIL for teaching @ExplorerPost413 about vehicle extrication.

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Today the crew of @RockfordFire #Engine11 conducted tool familiarization and an overview of vehicle extrication techniques before more training Saturday at @LKQCorp #RockfordIL

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Today @ExplorerPost413 conducted training on search and rescue and fire suppression. Great teamwork and motivation!

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This morning #Engine10 helped out a very nervous mother who lost her children near Alpine Road. As a result of the help from the crew of Engine 10, a duck was reunited with her many ducklings! 🦆🐥

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Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Chicago Firefighter Juan Bucio and the entire Chicago Fire Department.
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Be sure to join us for our 14th Annual @RockfordFire 911 Run June 2! https://t.co/xjjWN3ewC2

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Great job tonight @ExplorerPost413 !

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Thank you @RockfordFire Captain Slade Berry for teaching @ExplorerPost413 all about @MSAsafety #SCBA

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What a great showing tonight @ExplorerPost413 #FirstNighter.

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The @RockfordFire @ExplorerPost413 is hosting a First Nighter for students interested in joining our Explorer Post. This is a great opportunity to learn more about careers in Fire and EMS.

Please help spread the word!

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Thank you @OSFLifeFlight for showing our Explorers the #LifeFlight Helicopter and discussing careers in EMS.

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Great job @ExplorerPost413 ! Today they learned about Rope Rescue and rappelled. Thank you @CVFPDInfo for the use of your facility.