Tony Labrum

*FireFighter *Technical rescue *Swiftwater and flood rescue tech instructor *Swiftwater and flood rescue boat operator *SafeWorkingAtHeight instructor

[Cairngorm MRT @cairngorm_mrt]

CMRT call out for a male with a lower leg injury sustained during an avalanche. The climbers were able to self rescue down to the coire floor, they were met by the team and stretchered back to the ski area. Multiple reports of avalanches in Coire an t-Sneachda this afternoon.

[Tony Labrum @TonyLabrum]

The delivery of a @Rescue3europe Rescues from Vehicles in Water training, for the crews of @northantsfire. @NFRSMereway @20NFRS

[Tony Labrum @TonyLabrum]

This week I have the pleasure of Delivering a @Rescue3europe SRT initial course for @northantsfire crews from @NFRSMereway and @20NFRS. This session, tethered swim rescue options. #LiveBait #NotJustFires

[Tony Labrum @TonyLabrum]

https://t.co/bV8uo2WlLR

[Northamptonshire Fire & Rescue @northantsfire]

We are currently recruiting transferee Whole-time Duty System (WDS) competent firefighters.
Details are on LinkedIn:
https://t.co/NZiKYHTK2K

Apply by 16 August.
Please share

[BBC Breakfast @BBCBreakfast]

Learning this technique could save your life ⬇️

Half of all people who drown, never intended to be in the water.

https://t.co/g98lIxe3Fa

[BBC Cumbria @BBC_Cumbria]

The police say a body found in the River Eden in Carlisle was that of 16-year-old Mohammad Abdul Hamid, who was known as Hamid. He was from Barrock Street in the city. More here: https://t.co/JbaUXr24Gp

[Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service @manchesterfire]

Today marks the 5th anniversary of 16-year-old Jack Pullen drowning 😢

Jack’s family raise awareness of the dangers of open water to stop others having to go through what they have 💔

Find out more about our campaign 👉 https://t.co/1zd44s3tWa

[Jon Hoskins @CyclingGM]

As reported earlier by @NYorksPolice the crews @York_NYFRS have been involved in the recovery of a male from the river #Ouse Nr Clifton Bridge

Our thoughts are with the family at this difficult time.

[Darren Dovey KFSM @ExCFONhants]

Now imagine this wheelie bin is up against a house or garage. No hot coals or ashes in wheelie bins please. #BBQ

[Karla Stevenson KFSM @Karla5188]

Residents bravely save a firefighter who had been swept away by floodwater. Even shallow water is dangerous.
Thinking of those affected and responding to this incredible flooding.

[Tony Labrum @TonyLabrum]

@nickg0804 👏👏👏👏 awesome pal

[Northamptonshire Fire & Rescue @northantsfire]

Out and about over the weekend? You never know when you might need to call us -
spotted a wild fire?
someone in difficulty in the water?
traffic collision?
If you already have @what3words installed on your phone you can quickly provide us with your accurate location.

[Tony Labrum @TonyLabrum]

@NFRSMereway @antmiddleton #FireServiceWhoDaresSwims!!! 🏊

[Tony Labrum @TonyLabrum]

@FireResilience @NFCC_FireChiefs @HVPCapability @FloodCapability @Rescue3europe @DefraGovUK @EnvAgency

[Ashley Tugby @ashtugby]

Great team, highly trained professionals, working to keep their communities safe. Well done @NFRSMereway @20NFRS great day water rescue training and thank you for the input. #WaterSafety @northantsfire

[Northamptonshire Fire & Rescue @northantsfire]

Teach your children the dangers, especially teenagers who are out and about without any adult supervision.

https://t.co/8J0JaHRDpj
https://t.co/UvAYRZVnro

[Northamptonshire Fire & Rescue @northantsfire]

- Hidden currents
- It can be deep
- No lifeguards
- Very cold water temperature even on warm days!
- It is difficult to estimate depth
- Water pollution
- It can be difficult to get out (steep slimy banks)
- There may be hidden rubbish like shopping trolleys or broken glass

[Northamptonshire Fire & Rescue @northantsfire]

Spot the dangers! Water may look safe, but it can be dangerous. Learn to spot and keep away from dangers. You may swim well in a warm indoor pool, but that does not mean that you will be able to swim in cold water.
The dangers of water include: