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A volunteer firefighter is recovering at home after suffering burns in a Fourth of July smoker accident, surrounded by overwhelming support from his community. Doctors expect Trenton Swenn to make a full recovery.
New firefighter recruits in South Carolina are mastering one of the toughest skills in their profession: rescuing a fellow firefighter wearing 75 pounds of gear. Horry County Fire Rescue shared a glimpse of their training that's preparing the next generation of heroes.
When a stolen car slammed into firefighter Jacob Mahoney's SUV, his four-year-old son was knocked unconscious. Now he's sharing their story of survival and recovery.
When flames tore through six homes in Cochrane's Heartland community, firefighters didn't give up until everyone was safe, including one furious feline. The injured firefighter is recovering at home, and the rescued cat is expected to make a full recovery.
When a swan became trapped in the frozen Norwalk River, firefighters suited up in cold-water gear to save it. The bird is now recovering and expected to make a full recovery.
A cow trapped in a Kentucky lake got a second chance thanks to firefighters who deployed boats and teamwork to bring her safely to shore. The animal is expected to make a full recovery after the challenging rescue.
When a dog fell through ice in single-digit temperatures, St. Louis firefighters didn't hesitate to deploy their Marine Rescue Team. The pup is now safe, warm, and expected to make a full recovery.
When a dog fell through frozen ice in single-digit temperatures, St. Louis firefighters jumped into action with their Marine Rescue Team. The pup is safe, warm, and expected to make a full recovery.
When a swan became trapped in the icy Norwalk River, firefighters suited up in cold-water gear and launched a rescue mission that ended with a heartwarming recovery. The bird is now healing and will soon return to the wild.
When a dog fell through ice in single-digit temperatures, St. Louis firefighters didn't hesitate to mount a daring water rescue. The pup is now safe and expected to make a full recovery.
When a dog fell through ice in St. Louis during single-digit temperatures, firefighters didn't hesitate to jump into action. Thanks to their quick response and specialized marine rescue team, the pup is now safe and expected to make a full recovery.
Five people in Greene County, Tennessee just celebrated a life-changing milestone: graduating from Recovery Court after conquering addiction. Their success stories prove that with the right support, recovery is possible.
Liza Ronald battled addiction for 36 years before finding help at a Lexington recovery center. Now she's returning hope to others as a recovery coach, proving that transformation is possible.
A new documentary celebrates five decades of Oxford House, peer-run recovery homes that have helped thousands rebuild their lives after addiction. The film debuts June 11 in Washington, featuring six residents whose stories prove community-based recovery works. #
A 68-acre ranch in Crete, Illinois, just got $2 million in state funding to become a recovery home where men leaving addiction treatment can find housing, jobs, and lasting community. The 2nd Story Ranch will combine stable living, workforce training, and peer support to help residents build independent lives in recovery.
When flames engulfed a Tennessee home, firefighters risked their lives to save a dog trapped inside and brought it back from the brink. The pup made a full recovery and reunited with its grateful owner at the scene.
Seventeen Hoboken firefighters received awards for saving lives during dangerous emergencies and supporting fellow firefighters overseas. The ceremony honored heroes from construction site rescues, cliff saves, and a firefighter battling illness.
A Michigan firefighter and his 4-year-old son walked away from a devastating crash with a stolen car, only to have a tornado damage their home weeks later. Now both are nearly fully recovered, and Jacob Mahoney is heading back to the job he loves.
California firefighter Mike Morlan is leading a movement to help first responders reclaim the decade of life their profession typically costs them. His simple approach treats the body like the equipment firefighters already maintain daily.
Wyoming firefighters climbed a 35-foot ladder in single-digit temperatures to rescue two adults, a child, and even a cat from a burning apartment building. Helmet camera footage captured the dramatic rescue as a panicked mother pleaded, "My baby, please."
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