Source: Polk County, Dallas County, and Warren County Public Safety and ISP
West Des Moines, IA, USA
Summary: Emergency responders in Dallas County, Iowa, coordinated efforts to remove a large stack of heavy panels, each weighing 60 to 80 pounds and forming a pile approximately 560 feet tall and 15-20 feet long. The team discussed whether machinery or manual labor would be required, ultimately requesting additional suppression apparatus and tools, such as chainsaws, to assist with the operation. The event involved logistical planning, resource allocation, and safety considerations for the responders.