Fires, serious accidents, toxic chemical spills—emergency situations are becoming more frequent and more complex; at the same time, more sophisticated techniques and better-trained emergency personnel are becoming available. This program describes the technology and expertise of three types of emergency intervention teams: firemen, medical emergency squads, and companies that specialize in toxic spill cleanups. (23 minutes)

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