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Heard on: Newport News Fire · 1/17/2026 09:52 AM
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We'll take that call on our district from ladder nine.
00:34
We'll be at the top of the boat in distress call.
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Firefighters rescue two people and dog from boat near bridge
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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a boat in distress near the James River Bridge in Newport News. Two individuals and a dog were safely rescued and brought to shore. The individuals were reportedly wearing life jackets during the incident. Fire and rescue personnel coordinated from multiple points along the riverfront before completing the rescue.
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