

DUKWs have had a long and successful history as civil defence tools, particularly dealing with inland flooding – rescuing and managing – and close shore maritime rescue
Many rescue situations require a combined surface and water transport function. They are a far cheaper option than using air and water assets in joint operations
DUKWs have a long history of important emergency use. From the Umberleigh floods in Devon in 1952 through to the New Orleans floods resulting from hurricane Katrina, DUKWs have played a major frontline role in rescuing trapped people and transporting heavy equipment.