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(PHOTO) Firefighting crews on lifeboats on the island of Drava tested their skills again
Slovenia🏛️ PoliticsCenter8 hr. ago

(PHOTO) Firefighting crews on lifeboats on the island of Drava tested their skills again

An article reports on the 41st fire department rescue boat competition held along the Drava River in Dvorjane, Slovenia. The event brings together teams from Slovenia and Austria, with this year marking the first participation by a team from Croatia’s Osijek. The competition tests various skills such as navigation, precision, teamwork, and specific maneuvers like throwing a rescue ring. Each team consists of three members: a driver, leader, and rescuer, with the rescuer having the most tasks. While speed is important, accuracy in performing all tasks is prioritized. Participants highlight the difficulty of throwing the rescue ring, which requires calmness and precision. Although the event is competitive, organizers emphasize its role in preparing for real-life emergencies, including flood interventions. Teams also mention the importance of camaraderie alongside skill development.

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(PHOTO) Firefighting crews on lifeboats on the island of Drava tested their skills again

An article reports on the 41st fire department rescue boat competition held along the Drava River in Dvorjane, Slovenia. The event brings together teams from Slovenia and Austria, with this year marking the first participation by a team from Croatia’s Osijek. The competition tests various skills such as navigation, precision, teamwork, and specific maneuvers like throwing a rescue ring. Each team consists of three members: a driver, leader, and rescuer, with the rescuer having the most tasks. While speed is important, accuracy in performing all tasks is prioritized. Participants highlight the difficulty of throwing the rescue ring, which requires calmness and precision. Although the event is competitive, organizers emphasize its role in preparing for real-life emergencies, including flood interventions. Teams also mention the importance of camaraderie alongside skill development.

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