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Sioux Falls firefighters can now dive into water emergencies within 10 minutes, thanks to a new program putting 12 trained rescue divers on call around the clock. The city-funded initiative responds to growing development around local lakes and waterways.
For nearly 15 years, Fort McCoy's firefighter dive team has been rescuing people from icy waters and dark lakes across Wisconsin and neighboring states. They're one of the few Army fire departments with this life-saving capability.
A Florida sheriff's deputy dove into a canal to save a driver clinging to his half-submerged vehicle after learning he couldn't swim. Her quick thinking and specialized training turned a potential tragedy into a heartwarming rescue.