rescue
Example Sentences
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A rare Jan. 1 rainstorm drenched Southern California on Thursday, triggering slides and major road closures across the Los Angeles area, as well as swift water rescues on San Diego roadways.
From Los Angeles Times
The Civil Guard released a video showing officers with shovels, backed by rescue dogs, searching for the man swept up by the avalanche.
From Barron's
The first police officers were quickly on the scene followed by a major deployment of rescue teams, Mr Gisler said.
From BBC
"A large contingent of police, firefighters, and rescue workers immediately went to the scene to assist the numerous victims," it said.
From Barron's
"A large contingent of police, firefighters, and rescue workers immediately went to the scene to assist the numerous victims," it said.
From Barron's
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