86 reactions · 14 shares | The District was proud to partner with the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office by providing a site near the Hillsborough River for their swift-water rescue training. This training is critical to help prepare first responders for water rescues. | Southwest Florida Water Management District | Facebook

#DCsBravest were swift water rescue training today in Montgomery County. Our Special Operations personnel spent hours in classroom and pool drills for the annual swift water rescue training. The entire course is 40 hours combined with classroom time, pool drills, and moving water exercises, provided annually for those who want to improve their rescue skills. Today is the first day of instruction in moving water on the Potomac. Soon, these members will be certified to safely rescue boaters & swim