Military and local emergency responders will conduct a mass casualty incident (MCI) exercise Tuesday evening on Lawrence Avenue in Ellwood City, simulating a vehicle striking multiple pedestrians.
The drill is part of Operation Healthy Ellwood, a Department of Defense initiative bringing no-cost health services to the community.
The scenario will simulate a vehicle striking multiple pedestrians, requiring a rapid and coordinated emergency response.
The exercise is scheduled to take place Tuesday, July 29, 2025 beginning at 6:00 p.m. and lasting thru 8:00 p.m. Lawrence Avenue between 4th and 6th Streets will be closed to public traffic starting at 1:00 p.m. for exercise setup and will reopen following the conclusion of the event.
More than 40 civilian volunteers, including six local volunteer fire departments, will participate alongside approximately 30 military personnel supporting the training event.
Members of the media and public should anticipate loud sounds, emergency vehicle sirens, simulated injuries, and the use of high-fidelity manikins to create a realistic training environment. Media are invited to cover the event. Opportunities will be available for photos, b-roll, and interviews with key participants.
Nearly 200 military medical professionals from the Air Force, Army, and Navy are staffing the no-cost health clinic at Lincoln High School, 501 Crescent Avenue.
The clinic offers medical exams, school and sports physicals, dental exams, X-rays, fillings, extractions, vision screenings, on-site eyeglass fabrication, behavioral health services, prescriptions, and veterinary exams. Health education and community resources are also available.
The clinic operates from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, on a first-come, first-served basis, through Aug. 1. There are no residency requirements for services.
The IRT program aims to strengthen military readiness and deliver healthcare to underserved communities across the United States.
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