What's Up Bracebridge Gravenhurst June 2010 - Whatsupmuskoka ...

Security rolls into HuntsvillePhotography by Don McCormickThe residents of Huntsville got ataste of what the G8 Summit will belike during a briefing on Sunday,June 6.Those in attendance were treated todemonstrations by various IntegratedSecurity Unit teams as well as displaysand equipment showcases.Highlights of the event includeddemonstrations by the OPP ProvincialEmergency Response Team, RCMPCanine Unit and the Canadian Forces.Expect to see a lot of motorcycle police as they escort motorcadesaround the area during the G8 Summit (above). An RCMP officer helps ayoung spectator don the protective equipment the officers will wear whileon duty during the G8 (below).An OPP officer specially trained in bomb detection and removal, explainshow a robot is used to remove and dismantle explosives.A spectator checks out the cockpit of a police helicopter that will be usedduring the G8 to ensure the security of the area during the summit.www.whatsupmuskoka.com June 2010 5