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Smith County firefighters rescue dog from house fire
SMITH COUNTY, Texas — A vehicle fire that spread to a house prompted a swift response from Smith County Emergency Services District 2, resulting in the rescue of a dog.Engine 132 was the first to arrive at the scene, encountering heavy smoke and fire. The crew made a fast interior attack and found the homeowners' dog during the primary search, rescuing the animal. Battalion Chief 2 arrived shortly after and established command, while Engines 122 and 136 also responded. The crew from Engine 122 went interior, and the crew from Engine 136 established a rapid intervention team (RIT). Engine 128's crew was staged to replace firefighters as they exited the building.Volunteer firefighters assisted with the water supply at the roadway. In total, Smith County Emergency Services District 2 responded with 13 career firefighters, a Battalion Chief, a Training Captain, and three volunteer firefighters. No injuries were reported, according to the press release from Smith County Emergency Services District 2.
Officials talk safety after firefighter hit by car
TYLER — Two Smith County firefighters have been hit by cars while working traffic calls all within the span of a month. Officials weigh in on the importance of slowing down and moving over. “Reminding motorists to watch their speed, do all you can to pay attention, put your phones away,” Jeff Williford, TxDOT Tyler District public information officer, said.
BYOB: Can You Name The Last Four Dry Counties in Texas?
In most Texas counties you can now legally buy alcohol in most Texas counties, but there are indeed a few holdouts. Four dry counties, in fact, are the last remaining vestiges of prohibition in The Lone Star State. I've lived in a dry county, and it was just a pain...
The FBI Is On The Case Of The Mysterious Brookshire’s Bomb Threats
A Dangerous Game Is Being Played By One Or Maybe A Group Of Idiots That Has Law Enforcement Officials In Texas And Other States On High Alert. Prank calls are one thing, but calling in bomb threats is a serious and dangerous matter that folks don't find funny nor joke about especially in these days and times.
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