PHOTOS: Fire crews train in Danville, rescue trapped victims
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DANVILLE, Ill. (WCIA) — Over the weekend, firefighters from Central Illinois — and even some from out of state — spent time training in Danville, sharpened important skills, and were challenged to think outside the box.

The fire training took place on Saturday, near the intersection of Harmon Street and Logan Avenue. About 40 firefighters from Champaign, Urbana, Danville, Tilton, Sibley, Wisconsin, Kentucky, Indiana and more trained for scenarios where a victim is trapped inside a space.

Ryan Allison, training captain with the Danville Fire Department, said the course is called VES Beyond the Door. It’s meant to challenges firefighters to think outside their standard training when searching for trapped victims. It’s also meant to use experience, statistics, and building construction knowledge to help firefighters understand where victims are most likely to be found.

The training simulates situations like how to deal with victim removal issues, how to deal with access problems, and deciding if conditions allow the search to continue beyond the door.

You can find out more information about the Danville Fire Department on their website or Facebook page.

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