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Train Rescue After Technical Training | Topeka News
Early Tuesday morning, Topeka firefighters pulled a man off train tracks after he was hit by a train—thanks to their recent intense technical rescue training, they acted swiftly and saved lives. Just one day after finishing hands-on drills with the University of Kansas Fire & Rescue Training Institute, the crew deployed specialized hoisting techniques to safely lift the victim onto the Westgate Bridge. This real-world rescue underscores how critical ongoing training is for keeping communities safe—and how prepared these first responders truly are. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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