City of Delray Beach Firefighter’s are flying to Haiti this afternoon in a challenging life saving mission to rescue victims.

These 4 Firefighter Special Operations Team members; Division Chief, Ed Crelin, Special Operations Lieutenant Steve Moews, Community Education Specialist/PIO, Lieutenant Ed Beardsley and Paramedic Greg Tabeek packed and readied themselves for a 5 day trip that will provide life saving support to a devastated country.
These Firefighters have special skills in areas such as; Paramedic Training, Confined Space Rescue, Hazardous Materials Response, Rope Rescue, Dive Rescue and Trench Rescue which will come in handy during the 5 day mission to aid those in need.

Division Chief Crelin has responded before with the Disaster Medical Assistance Team, after Hurricane Katrina and Wilma.  His leadership will be a valuable asset during this trip to Haiti.

“Our thoughts and prayers go out to the people of Haiti during this difficult time.” Said Fire Chief David C. James, “Courageously, 4 of our firefighters volunteered to take on a brave mission.  I ask that our community continue to pray for their safe return.”

All of the City of Delray Beach Fire-Rescue Fire Stations will be collecting donations for the American Red Cross to send to Haiti.  Please click on the article below titled  "Haiti Relief Effort" or go to www.mydelraybeach.com for more information on how you can help.