Unique alpine vehicles for tough terrain

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Life at the top of the mountain presents challenging conditions for the Mt Hotham – Dinner Plain Fire Brigade.

 

During their peak-season in the winter months, they are often contending with knee-deep snow and bitingly cold winds.

Such conditions require fit-for-purpose equipment. Watch the video below as Captain Terry Crisp talks about the vehicles used by alpine brigades.

For more videos showing the challenges of alpine firefighting check out the July 2024 Volunteer Forum live from Bright.

 

Submitted by Alison Smirnoff