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May 15, 20233 min read
Urban Search & Rescue: Forces
Welcome back to our continuing series on structural collapse and rescue operations. This is the second installment, where we delve into...
Mar 24, 20235 min read
Urban Search & Rescue: Understanding the 5 Building Classifications
Discover 5 US&R building types, including Light Frame, Heavy Wall, Heavy Floor, Pre-cast Concrete, Steel Frame, and Pre-engineered Metal.
Mar 23, 20233 min read
Empact International: A New Name for a New Era of Global Impact
Empact Northwest becomes Empact International, expanding global impact, and empowering communities.
Mar 23, 20232 min read
BNFS Firefighters Save Elderly Man in Well: A Testament to Partnership and Training
BNFS firefighters heroically rescue elderly man from well, showcasing the positive impact of their recent training with Empact.
Mar 20, 20232 min read
Groundbreaking Rescue Training in Belize: A Stepping Stone Towards Comprehensive Emergency
Last week marked an incredible milestone for #emergency response in #Belize as Empact sent a team of six highly skilled instructors to...
Sep 15, 20221 min read
Announcing a New Belize Partnership!
Empact is thrilled to announce a new partner in our work in #Belize! During a recent trip to the Cayo District of Belize, Empact...
Sep 13, 20221 min read
Empact Executive Director Featured on Podcast
Recently, Empact's Executive Director, Jake GIllanders, was asked to share his thoughts on the role of nonprofit organizations in the...
Sep 12, 20221 min read
Another RS1 in the books
Empact is pleased to announce we've graduated another #Rescue Systems 1 course. On September 1st, 12 rescuers representing five agencies...
Jun 5, 20221 min read
Another Successful Rope Technician Course!
Another amazing #RopeRescue Technician course from EmpactNW is in the books! Great week working with the pros from the Olympia Fire...
Oct 14, 20211 min read
Empact visits Belize; New project on the way!
Last week, Empact dispatched three of our members to Belize for a whirlwind 3 days of meetings in preparation for an exciting new project....
Oct 14, 20211 min read
Empact Graduates Another Class of Rescuers
On September 1st of this year, Empact Northwest graduated our second Rescue Systems 1 course of 2021. Made up of 17 students...
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