On Saturday, May 4th members of the Clark County Technical Rescue team were called to a daring rescue attempt on the Washougal river.

While rafting down the swift, cold river a woman fell off her raft and became trapped by rocks and debris.

Only a series of fortunate events, intense rescue training, and the hard work of over a dozen first responders saved her from drowning that night.

On Tuesday night we would like to honor the three members of Clark County Fire District 6 who are also members of the Technical Rescue Team (TRT) and were part of the rescue effort. Before our monthly Commissioners Meeting, we will gather in the Engine Bay of Station 61, at 8800 NE Hazel Dell Avenue, Vancouver, to present medals and commendations to:

• Captain Scott Johns
• Firefighter Bill Dunlap
• Firefighter Tony Lothspeich

In attendance will be Francis Reagan, the Washougal Police officer who was first on scene to help Ms. Emily McCauley, the survivor of the evenings’ rescue. Other members of the TRT may also be in attendance, including members of Vancouver Fire, and Clark County Fire and Rescue.

The recognition ceremony starts at 7:30 p.m. and should last no more than 20 minutes. Members are available for interviews.

• WHAT: Appreciation ceremony for those involved in Washougal River rescue
• WHEN: 7:30 Tonight
• WHERE: 8800 NE Hazel Dell Avenue, Vancouver, WA  98665  
• WHO: Clark County Fire District 6 Technical Rescue Team
• WHY: Because these folks went above and beyond the call of duty to save a life!