Public Safety

Central Pierce Fire & Rescue Trains with National Guard

Friday, June 26, 2026

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Central Pierce Fire & Rescue’s Technical Rescue Team trained with Washington National Guard aviation crews on advanced hoist rescue operations at Puyallup fire stations in June 2026. The training included helicopter hoist operations at Central Pierce Fire & Rescue Station 60 in Puyallup, with activities scheduled for June 23 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. The exercises focused on coordinating inside aircraft and hoisting rescuers and patients from difficult locations. The partnership aims to enhance emergency response capabilities for hard-to-reach rescue scenarios. Fire officials stated the training builds critical teamwork and skills necessary for complex rescues. The Public Safety department emphasized this collaboration reflects ongoing efforts to prepare for emergencies across Pierce County.

📄 Source: Central Pierce Fire & Rescue — https://www.centralpiercefire.org/about-us/social-feed/

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Central Pierce Fire & Rescue’s Technical Rescue Team trained with Washington National Guard aviation crews on advanced hoist rescue operations at Puyallup fire stations in June 2026.“null”
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The training included helicopter hoist operations at Central Pierce Fire & Rescue Station 60 in Puyallup, with activities scheduled for June 23 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.“As a reminder, technical rescue helicopter training will continue at Station 60 tomorrow, June 23, between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.”
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The exercises focused on coordinating inside aircraft and hoisting rescuers and patients from difficult locations.Not found in the source record — unverified.
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The partnership aims to enhance emergency response capabilities for hard-to-reach rescue scenarios.“From coordinating inside the aircraft to hoisting rescuers and patients from the ground, every hoist builds the skills and teamwork needed for hard-to-reach rescues.”
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Fire officials stated the training builds critical teamwork and skills necessary for complex rescues.“From coordinating inside the aircraft to hoisting rescuers and patients from the ground, every hoist builds the skills and teamwork needed for hard-to-reach rescues.”
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The Public Safety department emphasized this collaboration reflects ongoing efforts to prepare for emergencies across Pierce County.Not found in the source record — unverified.