The Fort Wayne Fire Department (FWFD) will conduct High-Rise Response Training from 10 a.m. - noon, Saturday, Nov. 3, at One Summit Square, 100 East Wayne Street.

"This type of training gives us the opportunity to review and practice the procedures necessary for a response to one of the high-rise buildings in Fort Wayne," said Battalion Chief Brian Meeks, who will oversee the training.  "High-Rise Response requires transporting equipment and supplies in a different manner as firefighters climb stairs to respond.  Our protective clothing and firefighting equipment weigh approximately 90 pounds and is carried by firefighters as they climb the stairs," he added.

Building management for One Summit Square provides this High-Rise Training opportunity annually to FWFD.

The lane next to One Summit Square for Calhoun Street will be closed during the time of the training.