Magistrates in Caldwell County learned about significant upgrades to local emergency equipment—specifically, battery-powered rescue tools—during this week’s Fiscal Court meeting.
Fire Chief Brent Francis explained that advancements in battery technology are allowing them to boost their training education by utilizing new battery-operated tools.
click to download audioHe said a battery-powered tool proved its value last week when it was used to free someone from a vehicle after a crash on Interstate 69.
click to download audioChief Francis thanked the county and city for supporting this project, noting the tools have strengthened emergency response—a sentiment Judge-Executive Kota Young echoed.
click to download audioChief Francis added that these battery-powered tools have enhanced their response capabilities.
click to download audioJudge Young and Chief Francis also noted that these tools are especially useful during the winter months.
click to download audioIn another update to Fiscal Court, Emergency Management Director Joey McCaslin told magistrates that the three generators located at buildings in downtown are programmed to run automatic tests.
click to download audioHe noted that Kentucky Emergency Management had planned to visit Princeton this past Tuesday afternoon to finalize the grant for the generators.
