Evanston Fire Department ice dive training

As the primary diver is in the water, a backup diver holds a tethered safety line. Additional support personnel assist with the safety lines. Tim Olk photo

This past week was a time for many area fire departments to take advantage of the moderate weather and conduct dive drills in various icy bodies of water. The MABAS Division 3 Dive Team conducted training at the Underwriters Labs cmpus in Northbrook. Tim Olk was there photographing the training exercise and submitted a few images.

Evanston Fire Department ice dive training

One diver stands ready to enter the water as the other is briefed by the training officer. Tim Olk photo

Evanston Fire Department ice dive training

A diver in the water receives instructions from another member of the dive team while training. Tim Olk photo

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