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A tiny kitten trapped in a Spring, Texas storm drain got a happy ending thanks to quick-thinking neighbors and a brave firefighter. The rescue led to an instant adoption by the family who called for help.
When a construction worker suffered a medical emergency inside a crane booth 20 stories above Fort Worth, a specialized rescue team had to bring him down safely. The dramatic rescue shows how modern firefighters train for far more than fighting fires.
Volunteer firefighters in Spearman, Texas battled high winds and flames across several acres to protect two structures near the county line. Thanks to quick response from multiple departments, both buildings were saved without damage.
Two Longview firefighters climbed more than 900 feet up a radio tower to rescue hot air balloon riders after their balloon crashed into the structure. Despite facing fears and unprecedented heights, the team safely brought both people down after a four-hour operation.
Two hot air balloon passengers walked away unharmed after firefighters climbed nearly 1,000 feet up a cell tower to rescue them in Longview, Texas. The daring rescue took hours but ended with everyone safe and a grateful community celebrating its heroes.
When a black and white cat appeared outside their firehouse during a brutal winter storm, Marlin firefighters didn't hesitate to bring her in from the cold. Now they're working to reunite her with her family.