PHOTOS: Crews from Snohomish Fire District No. 4 rescued a driver Thursday evening after he drove past a road closure sign and into the floodwaters, authorities said. The incident occurred in the 10100 block of Old Snohomish Monroe Road, south of the town of Snohomish, where firefighters were dispatched to assist Snohomish County Sheriff’s deputies already on scene with a vehicle in the water.

The call was upgraded to a water rescue, and rescue swimmers deployed an inflatable kayak to reach the driver, fire officials said. The driver declined to use the kayak and instead walked back to safety with the rescue team, according to the fire department.

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A Spokane firefighter responded to a fire at his neighbor’s house last week while he was off-duty, the Spokane Fire Department said. SFD called Firefighter Chris Nunley’s actions “exemplary.” “While at home, Chris was alerted to a neighbor’s house fire and immediately responded,” SFD said. “Upon arrival, he found flames venting from a bedroom window and heavy smoke filling the home.” Nunley also identified the home’s layout and extent of the fire. SFD said he provided critical information when crews arrived. “We are proud of the positive impact our firefighters make in the community—both on and off duty.”

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An Air Canada regional jet collided with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport after landing, resulting in two fatalities.

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To this day, vehicle accidents continue to be one of the most significant and persistent safety threats that firefighters face.

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An Air Canada jet collided with a fire truck at LaGuardia (NY) Airport, resulting in the deaths of the pilot and co-pilot, and injuries to 13 passengers and two officers.

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