On Tuesday, August 4, the Pennsylvania National Guard, along with the Pennsylvania Helicopter Aquatic Rescue Team (H.A.R.T.) and the Conshohocken Fire Department, will conduct a readiness exercise along the river and at the helipad.
During the exercise, you may observe a military helicopter in the area, flying low over the Schuylkill River and landing at the Helipad. Conshohocken emergency personnel and other local responders will be in the area to help promote a safe exercise.
Please understand that this may briefly impact the walking path in that area.
Drills like this help our local responders prepare and respond to water emergencies in and around our region and work seamlessly with state resources.The PA-HART is a joint partnership between the Pennsylvania Army National Guard and the PA Emergency Management Agency, along with credentialed civilian rescue technicians.
