Empact International

🌎 From Seattle to Belize: Your Support in Action! 🇧🇿 This past June, thanks to YOU, Empact: ✅ Trained 24 Belizean rescuers ✅ Delivered 4 pallets of vital firefighting gear ✅ Boosted emergency response capabilities Your generosity is saving lives across borders. Read the full story of how you're making Belize safer: https://lnkd.in/gVpz_KM4 #DisasterResponse #GlobalImpact #CommunityHeroes #RescueTraining #BelizenFirefighters #SearchAndRescue

In today's issue of First Due we discuss fall factors and their critical impact on the rope rescue environment. Read it at https://lnkd.in/gUgAW_Dd. Not getting First Due in your email each month? Don't miss another issue; sign up at https://lnkd.in/g-z-MFRY

🏆 Exciting news! Empact's Executive Director Jake Gillanders has been named a Rotary International Paul Harris Fellow! This prestigious @Rotary honor recognizes Empact's global impact in disaster response and preparedness. Jake accepted it on behalf of our entire team, volunteers, and supporters like you! "None of us can do what all of us can do together," Jake said. This award celebrates the power of community in saving lives worldwide. Want to be part of our next chapter? Read more and support our mission: https://lnkd.in/e3PCdXA3 #DisasterRelief #CommunityHeroes #Rotary #RotaryInternational #PaulHarrisFellow

🚨Super proud to share news of a dramatic rescue operation that took place this past Sunday in the Mountain Pine Ridge area of #Belize. Several of our esteemed students from the Belize National Fire Service and the Belize Institute of Search and Rescue Training were involved in a successful mission to save a couple trapped in the swollen Mopan River. Using their advanced training and quick thinking, the rescue crews employed a raft tethered to a cross-river highline system to reach and extract the stranded individuals. This complex maneuver demonstrates the high level of skill and preparedness our Belizean partners bring to emergency situations. We're happy to report that both trapped persons were safely rescued, suffering only minor hypothermia. This positive outcome is a testament to the effectiveness of our training programs and the dedication of our emergency responders. The operation was a collaborative effort, with crews receiving valuable assistance from Spanish Lookout Fire & EMS and the Belize Defense Force. This teamwork highlights the strong bonds between various emergency services in Belize, all working together to keep our communities safe. We couldn't be more proud of our Belizean partners for their bravery, skill, and professionalism in handling this dangerous situation. Their actions have undoubtedly saved lives and showcased the importance of proper training and equipment in emergency response. This incident also serves as a crucial reminder about water safety. We urge everyone to exercise extreme caution around fast-moving water, especially during periods of heavy rainfall. Conditions can change rapidly, and even seemingly calm waters can pose significant dangers. Remember: - Never attempt to cross swollen rivers or streams - Stay informed about weather conditions and flood warnings - If you see someone in trouble, call for professional help immediately – don't put yourself at risk #BelizeRescue #WaterSafety #EmergencyResponse

🚨 Attention Rescue Pros and Training Officers! 🚨 Elevate your team's rescue capabilities in 2025 with our expanded technical rescue training program: ✅ Doubled Rope Technician courses ✅ New Confined Space Rescue Technician course ✅ NFPA 1006 and WAC 296-809 compliant ✅ Early bird discount: Save 10% until Sept. 30, 2024 Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your department's skills and save on your training budget. Learn more about our 2025 Technical Rescue Courses and secure your spots now: https://lnkd.in/gwHQf9Dx #FirefighterTraining #TechnicalRescue #2025Training

Empowering rescuers in Belize! 🇧🇿💪 From June 21-24, Empact International conducted an intensive rescue training refresher with the Belize National Fire Service and local search and rescue teams. Over these four days, we trained 16 firefighters and 6 SAR personnel in advanced rope rescue and structural collapse rescue techniques. These dedicated professionals have sharpened their skills to save lives in challenging situations. From scaling heights to navigating unstable structures, they're now better prepared to protect their communities. Thank you to the BNFS and all participants for their commitment to public safety. Together, we're building a safer Belize! Don't forget! We can't do this work without YOU! Please visit us at https://lnkd.in/gwUSpaeV to donate today! #RescueTraining #Belize #FirefighterExcellence #SearchAndRescue #CommunityPreparedness"

🌀 URGENT: Hurricane Beryl Threatens Caribbean & Gulf Coast 🌀 Hurricane Beryl, now a catastrophic Category 4 storm, is barreling towards Jamaica and the Cayman Islands. It could potentially impact the U.S. Gulf Coast next week. 🚨 Key facts: • Earliest Category 5 hurricane on record in the Atlantic • Hurricane warnings issued for Jamaica and Cayman Islands • Potential for life-threatening winds, storm surge, and flooding • May affect areas from Texas to Louisiana early next week Empact's disaster response teams are on high alert, ready to deploy at a moment's notice. Our specialized rescue professionals and canine units stand prepared to: ✅ Conduct search and rescue operations ✅ Provide emergency medical care ✅ Assist with evacuations ✅ Support local emergency responders Your immediate support is crucial. Every donation directly fuels our ability to respond swiftly and save lives: • $50 provides emergency supplies for a family • $100 fuels our rescue vehicles • $250 equips a team member with essential gear • $500 supports our canine search teams Act now. Your generosity today could save a life tomorrow. Donate here: https://lnkd.in/gwUSpaeV Together, we can make a difference for those in Beryl's path. #HurricaneBeryl #DisasterRelief #EmpactNorthwest

🌎 Global impact alert! Empact just trained 40 Belizean emergency responders in critical incident command. From hurricanes to wildfires, they're now ready to tackle any crisis. This is how your support saves lives worldwide! Learn more: https://ow.ly/jvWJ50Sjuxz #EmergencyPreparedness

In today's issue of First Due we discuss & review mass, gravity, weight, and force, and how they impact the rope rescue environment. Read it at https://lnkd.in/gUgAW_Dd. Not getting First Due in your email each month? Don't miss another issue; sign up at https://lnkd.in/g-z-MFRY

In today's issue of First Due we discuss & review Harness Induced Pathology. Read it at https://lnkd.in/gUgAW_Dd. Not getting First Due in your email each month? Don't miss another issue; sign up at https://lnkd.in/g-z-MFRY