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Burlington firefighters are learning an innovative rope rescue system to reach people trapped in buildings where traditional ladder trucks can't go. The team is sharing this lifesaving skill across all five city stations.
Nigeria is taking unprecedented action to protect communities before floods hit, with a nationwide campaign that puts prevention first. The National Emergency Management Agency is working with local partners to save lives through early warning systems and community preparedness.
Oakfield Township firefighters spent their Saturday learning specialized grain bin rescue techniques that could save lives during farming emergencies. The hands-on training prepares first responders for one of agriculture's most dangerous situations.
When fierce winds stranded a hunter on cracking ice in Maryland, a firefighter in a specialized suit crawled the length of a football field to bring him home safely. The dramatic February rescue marked the first real-world use of equipment volunteers had trained with for 18 years.
Firefighters in Bloomington, Illinois are preparing to save lives this winter by training for frozen lake rescues across the city's 50 to 100 bodies of water. Their specialized boat glides across ice to reach victims before hypothermia sets in.
Scientists just figured out why Australia's 2024-2025 monsoon arrived a record-breaking five weeks late. Their findings will help communities prepare more accurately for future wet seasons.