Masters of Disaster: Creating an Immersive MCI Training Experience

In an era of increasing threats and complex emergencies, immersive training is essential to prepare first responders for high-stakes, high casualty incidents. This presentation will explore the development and implementation of a dynamic immersive mass casualty incident (MCI) training program, using the Philadelphia Fire Department’s Disaster University—held in Fall 2025—as a case study. Attendees will gain insight into designing realistic, multi-agency scenarios that integrate EMS, fire, law enforcement, and emergency management. This session will highlight key planning considerations, simulation technology, interagency coordination, and lessons learned to help departments build their own high-impact MCI training experiences.