Residents should expect to see emergency crews and firetrucks in Crestone and in the Baca Grande subdivision.Â
First responders will be placed into exercise scenarios at about 1 p.m. The simulated emergency response will take place until about 3 p.m.
Functional exercises allow personnel to validate plans and readiness by performing their duties in a simulated operational environment, according to a press release.Â
These exercises are scenario-driven and are designed to exercise specific team members, procedures, and resources such as communications, warning, notifications and equipment set-up.
The exercise is being conducted by the Northern Saguache Fire Protection District, Baca Grande Emergency Services and the Saguache County Office of Emergency Management.Â