Rescue refers to operations that usually involve the saving of life, or prevention of injury.
Tools used might include search dogs, helicopters, and the "Jaws of Life" and other hydraulic cutting and spreading tools used to extricate individuals from wrecked vehicles. Rescue operations are sometimes supported by special vehicles such as fire department's or ems Heavy rescue vehicle.
Ropes and special devices can reach and remove individuals and animals from difficult locations including:
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Fire and Rescue :: Emergency Services

Central Scotland Fire Brigade. - Provide fire and other specialist emergency cover. Includes a range of information on administration, operations, safety advice, recruitment, and contacts .
Grampian Fire Brigade - Offers an organisation overview and corporate strategy and provides information on community safety, recruitment and training, news, and related links .
Lothian and Borders Fire Brigade - Has the distinction of being the first ever Municipal Fire Brigade in the world. Provides details of its history and structure, training, and safety advice .
Meta Description: [ Lothian and Borders Fire Brigade was founded in 1824 as the 'Edinburgh Fire Engine Establishment', under the command of James Braidwood, Master of Fire Engines. The Brigade has the distinction of being the first ever Municipal Fire Brigade in the world. ]
Strathclyde Fire Brigade - Provide emergency services, training, and safety advice . Includes details of services, area of coverage, news, and contacts .
The Highland and Islands Fire Brigade - Offers a range of information on stations and contact points, performance, staff profiles, recruitment and news. Includes online video clips .
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