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Swift Water Rescue
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Each patrol district has two sergeants and six deputies certified in swift water training and high water vehicle operations. The personnel attended a 16-hour class at the Fathom Academy in Georgetown, Texas. The goal is to have 100 patrol personnel trained by early 2021.
The Fathom Academy has indoor swift water training tanks that provide a realistic flooding and white water training experience. According to the Fathom Academy, 31% of all swift water related deaths are first responders.
HOMELAND SECURITY BUREAU
The Homeland Security Bureau has command and control over the training and high water vehicles.
PATROL BUREAU
The Patrol Bureau provides the personnel and conducts the rescues. However, if the situation is countywide Homeland Security will manage the response and patrol personnel.
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