Monday, May 12, 2014

First responders attend annual Public Safety Expo


The annual West Virginia Public Safety Expo wrapped up Saturday after four days of training for first responders and displays of the latest in emergency response equipment.
The event got underway on Wednesday. Public Safety workers sat in on lectures like safe schools, troubled kids and dealing with crash injuries in the field. They’re also getting training like Judo, reading smoke and basic emergency skills.
Last year, the event drew in more than 500 people. Organizers are hoping for at least that many this year.

More than 50 vendors set up shop in the grand hall Wednesday and Thursday showing off the latest in technology from tires for emergency vehicles to fire gear and cruisers.