The Crew Behind Swift Water & Arroyo Rescues
So, how do firefighters prepare for these high-stakes rescues? And why do people keep getting caught in the same flood zones each year? This week on the New Mexico News Insiders Podcast, Chris and Gabby talk with two Albuquerque Fire Rescue firefighters about what it takes to pull off a swift water rescue, the intense training behind it, and what everyone should know to stay safe.
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