Two People, Five Dogs Rescued from Island in Swollen CA River
Firefighters rescued two people and five dogs from an island in the swollen Salinas River.
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Technical Rescue
In addition to battling fires, firefighters are nowadays called to all manner of incidents. And while rescue is not always technical, many times specialty crews are required to handle those low-frequency, high-risk emergencies that threaten the public, from swiftwater and open water rescue to structural collapse, storm response, USAR, and the like.
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Explosion Tears Through MI Business
Firefighters responded to a building explosion at EFI Inc. in Ypsilanti Township. Details on injuries and the cause of the blast are currently unavailable.
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Workers Rescued After Scaffolding Collapses at CA High-Rise
Two workers were rescued after their scaffolding collapsed at an eight-story building in Sacramento.
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Gas Explosion Kills 16 After Apartment Building Partially Collapses in Pakistan
A gas explosion in Karachi killed at least 16 people, prompting calls for improved building safety and gas cylinder regulations in Pakistan.
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Failed TikTok Stunt: FDNY Firefighters Rescue Boy, 16, Stuck in Shaft on Queensboro Bridge
A 16-year-old fell 50 feet down a shaft in the Queensboro Bridge while attempting a TikTok stunt. Rescuers took three hours to retrieve him; he is in critical but stable condition.
Ropes, Pulleys, and Patience: Inside the Dramatic Rescue of an Injured Horse in Valley City
Firefighters and rope rescue specialists in Valley City successfully lifted an injured horse after hours of careful coordination.
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Crashes on CO Interstate Leave Five Dead
Five people died in a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 25 in Colorado due to low visibility from blowing dirt caused by strong winds. The investigation into the cause is ongoing.
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Eight Backcountry Skiers Found Dead After CA Avalanche; One Still Missing
Crews found the bodies of eight backcountry skiers and are searching for one more who remains missing after an avalanche in the mountains near Lake Tahoe.
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The Rescue Leadership Playbook: Pallet Rack Collapse
Most firefighters have pallet storage racking in their response districts. David Owens on developing a playbook for dealing with rescue situations involving the collapse of these systems.
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Surfers Rescue Six After Boat Capsizes off CA Coast
Surfers in Santa Cruz helped rescue six people from a capsized boat. All passengers were hospitalized but are recovering, officials reported.
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KY Firefighters Rescue Man Stuck on Riverfront Water Feature
Owensboro firefighters and police rescued a man trapped at Smothers Park's water feature, stabilizing him for transport to the hospital due to traumatic injuries and cold exposure.
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Hunter Saved from Woods at Night Illuminates Role of MN Air Rescue Team
A Minnesota hunter was rescued by the Minnesota Air Rescue Team after getting lost in Mille Lacs County woods. The team's air support proved crucial for nighttime search operations.
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Semi Driver Rescued From Cab Dangling Over 70-Foot Drop in CA
Oceanside fire crews rescued a semi-truck driver after a crash left the cab dangling 70 feet above the San Luis Rey River.
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Crews Rescue 410-Pound Manatee Trapped in FL Storm Drain
A manatee rescued from a storm drain in Melbourne Beach is recovering at SeaWorld Orlando.
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