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Rethymno Emergency Response Team Completes Advanced Rescue Training

Thursday, 5 November 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

The volunteer rescue team (Samaritans) of Rethymno's Regional Department has successfully completed two days of specialized emergency training. The program included rope rescue techniques, thermal drone operations, and scenario-based drills in challenging terrain and urban environments. Exercises focused on flood response and disaster management, preparing responders for complex emergency situations. This intensive training enhances the team's capability to conduct rescues in difficult-to-access areas and densely populated zones. Such preparedness is important for regional safety, particularly during weather events. The exercises demonstrate the region's commitment to maintaining robust emergency response capabilities.

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