It has been a while since we covered Rapid Extraction Modules. Here is a video describing one that was assigned to the Maple Fire in Washington last year.
The Incident Command System Position Manual (ICS-223-12) describes a Rapid Extraction Module as “a pre-staged rescue team assigned to a wildland fire to provide firefighters a safe, effective and efficient method of egress off the fireline in the event of injury or illness incurred during firefighting operations.”
Kari Greer took photos of an REM going through proficiency practice.
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