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Posted: Jun 27, 2024

Indiana man goes from burn victim to firefighter, crediting burn camp

VIDEO: For John Sego it's a job he never thought he'd get into. "Honestly the younger me would be surprised, but I am sure he would be proud," Sego said. It was a passion for giving back to burn victims that started it all. "I was burned in a garage fire when I was a kid, I was 8," Sego said. It's remarkable to see the man Sego has become.
- PUB DATE: 6/27/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: WRTV ABC 6 Indianapolis
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Posted: Jun 27, 2024

Historic floods wash away homes and memories in Iowa and Minnesota

VIDEO: Very slowly, then all at once, a house overlooking the Blue Earth River and Rapidan Dam in Minnesota plunged into the waters below on Wednesday, as surging floodwaters continued to cause devastation across the Midwest. A day earlier, homeowner Jenny Barnes spoke to NBC News on a bench near the property — a spot that has now also washed away.
- PUB DATE: 6/27/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: NBC News
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Posted: Jun 26, 2024

Los Angeles firefighter's ear reattached after being severed in explosion during brush fire response

VIDEOS: A Los Angeles firefighter's ear has been surgically reattached after being severed in an explosion that occurred as he and his colleagues were responding to a brush fire near Encino. The injured firefighter, who has not been publicly identified, was initially listed in critical condition after the blast.
- PUB DATE: 6/26/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KABC-TV ABC 7 Los Angeles
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Posted: Jun 26, 2024

Texas firefighters participate in tactical yoga to improve their physical and mental health

VIDEO: Bryan firefighters are participating in tactical yoga this week to work their job performance. Firefighting can take a huge mental toll on the first responders. The city of Bryan is hoping to mitigate the mental health effects on its firefighters with the Well(th) Initiative program. With the Well(th) Initiative Program, Bryan firefighters will work to keep mentally and physically fit so they can continue to keep the community safe.
- PUB DATE: 6/26/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KBTX-TV CBS 3 Bryan
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Posted: Jun 26, 2024

Las Vegas fire departments enlist Bucket Brigade to help with firework safety

VIDEO/PHOTOS: Las Vegas area fire departments are collaborating on a new effort to combat 4th of July fires. The Fireworks Bucket Brigade is an educational outreach program that raises awareness of the effectiveness of the buckets for fire safety. “I do think something as simple as having a bucket of water could make a world of difference,” said Rick Rozier, Las Vegas Fire & Rescue deputy fire marshal.
- PUB DATE: 6/26/2024 12:00:00 AM - SOURCE: KSNV-TV NBC 3 Las Vegas
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