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MAYDAY 2X: Firefighter Hospitalized In Manassas Townhouse Fire MAYDAY 2X: Firefighter Hospitalized In Manassas Townhouse Fire
Mayday 2X: Firefighter Hospitalized In Manassas Townhouse Fire A firefighter was hospitalized in a massive blaze that ripped through townhomes in Prince William County over the weekend, authorities said. A mayday was called sometime after firefighters responded to the blaze on the 12300 block of Malvern Way in Manassas, after firefighters became trapped in an adjacent townhouse, Sunday afternoon, June 11, firefighters said. A second mayday was called for members cut off by rapidly deteriorating conditions in another adjoining townhouse. Despite quick suppression efforts, the homes both sustained significant damage. The fire is under investigation…

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by Cecilia Levine
Police & Fire
One Airlifted To VA Hospital After Fast-Moving Fairfax County Fire Breaks Out In Area Home One Airlifted To VA Hospital After Fast-Moving Fairfax County Fire Breaks Out In Area Home
One Airlifted To VA Hospital After Fast-Moving Fairfax County Fire Breaks Out In Area Home One person was airlifted to a Virginia hospital after a morning fire broke out inside a Fairfax County home on Thursday leaving several occupants of the residence trapped inside, according to investigators. First responders from the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department were called at approximately 10:15 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 8, to the 6300 block of Abilene Street in the Springfield area for a reported fire with residents trapped inside. Units on scene of a house fire in the 6300 block of Abilene Street in Springfield area. Fire showing on arrival. Report of residents trapped. Cre…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Woman Rescued By First Responders After Getting Trapped Under Metro Train In Friendship Heights Woman Rescued By First Responders After Getting Trapped Under Metro Train In Friendship Heights
Woman Rescued By First Responders After Getting Trapped Under Metro Train In Friendship Heights Officials say a woman was hospitalized after getting rescued when she found herself in a precarious position during rush hour. An incident involving a person under a metro train was announced at approximately 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 6 when a pedestrian required a rescue after becoming stuck under a train at the Friendship Heights station, according to a DC Fire and EMS spokesperson. One Person Under a Train https://t.co/5vBpT5915c — Montgomery Fire Wire (@MoCoFireWire) October 6, 2022 Multiple first responders from several agencies responded to the scene following the reported stri…

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by Zak Failla
News
‘Miracle On Hudson’ Called To Mind As Woman, Boy Are Killed, Others Rescued After Boat Capsizes ‘Miracle On Hudson’ Called To Mind As Woman, Boy Are Killed, Others Rescued After Boat Capsizes
‘Miracle On Hudson’ Called To Mind As Woman, Boy Are Killed, Others Rescued After Boat Capsizes A woman and a 7-year-old boy were killed when a private boat from New Jersey capsized near Manhattan on Tuesday, bringing to mind for many the “Miracle on the Hudson.” UPDATE: Police ID Boy, Woman Killed In Capsized Boat On Hudson River. “My heart breaks for all those involved in today’s tragic boating accident,” New York Mayor Eric Adams said during a news conference on the Manhattan side of the river. “This is a devastating moment for their families and our city.” The 50-year-old adult and boy were pulled from beneath the boat and taken to Mount Sinai and Bellevue hospitals, where they …

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by Jerry DeMarco
News
DC Firefighter, With Only 6 Months Experience, Saves Woman From Burning Home DC Firefighter, With Only 6 Months Experience, Saves Woman From Burning Home
DC Firefighter, With Only 6 Months Experience, Saves Woman From Burning Home A rookie firefighter from Washington DC is being hailed a hero after saving a woman from her burning home over Memorial Day weekend. Probationary Firefighter Kojo Saunders of Engine 10 in Trinidad only had six months experience when he completed the rescue on Sunday, May 29, DC Fire & EMS said.  Update Working Fire 2100 block I St NE. #DCsBravest rescued an adult female from 1st floor fire apartment. Victim transported to a trauma center. Fire confined to 1st floor Apt. in 3 story occupied apartment building & now under control. Displacements anticipated. pic.twitter.com/m6wuIq3…

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by David Cifarelli
Police & Fire
Missing VA Woman Found Alive In Wooded Area After 8-Day Search Missing VA Woman Found Alive In Wooded Area After 8-Day Search
Missing VA Woman Found Alive In Wooded Area After 8-Day Search The manhunt for a missing 69-year-old woman had a happy ending this week after rescuers found her in the woods less than a mile from her home.  Aletha Gee Watson spent eight days in those woods and survived sweltering heat and extreme thunderstorms. Rescuers took her to the Centra Southside Community Hospital for treatment, though it's unclear if she was injured. “This has been incredibly challenging, but we are thrilled to be able to provide the family the best possible outcome," said Prince Edward County Sheriff Tony Epps. "I have spoken with the family and they relayed th…

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by Josh Lanier