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Dozens Rescued After Malfunction At Six Flags America In Maryland Leaves Riders Stranded Dozens Rescued After Malfunction At Six Flags America In Maryland Leaves Riders Stranded
Dozens Rescued After Malfunction At Six Flags America In Maryland Leaves Riders Stranded Dozens of thrill-seekers got more than they bargained for after a ride malfunction left them stranded in the air at Six Flags America in Maryland. Prince George’s County Fire/EMS said technical rescue crews were called to the 13700 block of Central Avenue in Largo at 3:25 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 16, for a report of riders stranded on a ride. In total, officials say that crews worked with park staff to safely evacuate 32 riders who were stuck on an undisclosed ride, resulting in one minor injury. “Patients (were) to be evaluated by EMS,” officials said. "One patient was transported with seri…

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by Zak Failla
Business
Mane Event: Horse Hoisted From 10-Foot Pit During Dramatic Rescue In DMV (PHOTOS) Mane Event: Horse Hoisted From 10-Foot Pit During Dramatic Rescue In DMV (PHOTOS)
Mane Event: Horse Hoisted From 10-Foot Pit During Dramatic Rescue In DMV (Photos) A daring rescue in Maryland ended with a horse safely back on its feet after it fell nearly 10 feet into a pit Thursday morning, Aug. 14, officials said. Crews were called to the 13300 block of Old Hanover Road in Reisterstown around 7:20 a.m. for a confined space animal rescue, according to the Baltimore County Fire Department. Fire officials said the horse had been walking over a wooden plank when it gave way, sending the animal into the deep hole. Baltimore County Fire Department Photos from the scene show firefighters and technical rescue teams surrounding the pit as the horse l…

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Police & Fire
Home Explosion That Killed Virginia Firefighter Leads To Conviction Of Propane Worker Home Explosion That Killed Virginia Firefighter Leads To Conviction Of Propane Worker
Home Explosion That Killed Virginia Firefighter Leads To Conviction Of Propane Worker A former employee of Southern States Cooperative, Inc., Roger Bentley, has been convicted at trial in connection with the 2024 Sterling home explosion that claimed the life of Firefighter Trevor Brown. The Loudoun County Commonwealth's Attorney's Office announced that after a seven-day trial, a jury found Roger Lee Bentley guilty on all counts for the fatal blast, which also injured 13 others. The blast occurred on Feb. 16, 2024, after first responders were called to a gas leak at 347 Silver Ridge Drive. Investigators discovered a leaking underground propane tank behind the home and quick…

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News
Trapped Man Pulled From 30-Foot Storm Drain Along I-395 In DC (PHOTOS) Trapped Man Pulled From 30-Foot Storm Drain Along I-395 In DC (PHOTOS)
Trapped Man Pulled From 30-Foot Storm Drain Along I-395 In DC (Photos) A man is lucky to be alive after he was rescued from the bottom of a storm drain near a busy DC highway overnight, authorities said. DC Fire and EMS crews were called just before 1:45 a.m. Wednesday, June 18, to the northbound lanes of I-395 at Maine Avenue SW, where they found a man trapped roughly 30 feet below ground in a narrow storm drain. Using a rope system, firefighters lowered one member into the opening and secured the victim for a lift to safety. DC Fire and Rescue Photos from the scene show a dramatic technical rescue unfolding under the glow of floodlights, with crews c…

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by Zak Failla