Prevent. Prepare. Respond. Recover. These are the guiding principles at the heart of the USAF Emergency Management (EM) career field. EM specialists are at the forefront of preparedness and response operations, tackling Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) threats, weapons of mass destruction, and natural disasters across the globe. Emergency Management personnel counter emerging threats by adopting innovative technology, integrating lessons from real-world events, and conducti

Ever wonder how firefighters can take control of elevators in an emergency? This short video breaks down Phase 1 and Phase 2 operations — how we recall the car, override the controls, and make it safe to move inside a burning building. Take a look and see how it all works behind the scenes. | Palm Beach County Fire Rescue