Ashland Elks #1360 Donate 4 Ice Rescue Suits to Local Fire Department

Mike Fallon (PER), Trent Frontz, Kevin Scherer, Caleb French, Sam Miller (ER at time of donation)

                The Ashland Elks donated 4 ice rescue suits to the Ashland Fire Department to assist them with water rescues during the winter. The waterproof suits are critical for safely rescuing people who find themselves in icy cold water. Each suit includes floatation and insulation, allowing the rescuer to maintain mental and physical capabilities during a rescue attempt. The Ashland Elks lodge donated over $3,200 to the fire department for the purchase after noticing a need in the community. This donation continues the mission of the Ashland Elks to support the local community. In recent years, the lodge has donated emergency lift kits, air casts and Knock Boxes to local fire departments.