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#348 Fire Aid Nepal with John Aitchison
In today’s episode it’s an honour to be joined by my good friend John Aitchison, a dedicated, driven & passionate firefighter and humanitarian, as we explore his long & extraordinary journey with the people of Nepal. From the devastation of the 2015 earthquakes where he deployed as part of UK international search & rescue to the creation of life-saving initiatives like Fire Aid Nepal, John has been a driving force in transforming disaster response and fire services in the Himalayan region.
We’ll discuss his experiences navigating the complexities of operating in remote areas like Lukla and the Everest trail, the cultural and logistical challenges faced while building fire services in underserved communities like the Khumbu Valley through partnerships with the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, we’ll discuss the barriers he and his team faced delivering firefighting equipment and training whilst tackling issues like carbon monoxide poisoning and emergency trauma care in high-altitude regions.
To get involved email - john.aitchison@firescotland.gov.uk
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