By Olivia Drake, HVFC Public Information Officer
(March 12, 2025) — Members of Haddam Volunteer Fire Company participated in a vehicle fire drill on March 10, 2025 at the Connecticut Fire Academy in Windsor Locks. The Academy allows fire departments in the state to train at its facility and use the car fire simulation prop.
Members worked in teams of three to advance a hose line of Engine 1-13 and attack the fire. The process involved opening the prop’s hood and driver’s side door with tools, and extinguishing the engine compartment, cab, trunk, and wheel in about one minute.
The exercise allowed senior members to refresh their skills and teach probationary members the best ways to attack a vehicle fire.
“In Haddam, it’s not uncommon for us to respond to multiple vehicle fires a year, especially on Route 9,” explains Assistant Chief Peter Brown. “We’re grateful that the Fire Academy and Hartford County Fire School allowed us to come up and train on their equipment so we are better prepared in the event of a real emergency.”
Photos by Olivia Drake
