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Top dogs: Chattanooga K9 teams earn certification, rack up awards at regional trials
19+ hour, 20+ min ago (297+ words) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn " The look on their faces says it all. It was a big week for Chattanooga's K9 unit. Dozens of K9 teams from across the region came to Chattanooga this week to put their training to the test. By the end…...
Intense rope rescue: First responders train for practical scenarios outside of the academy
1+ week, 3+ day ago (225+ words) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. " If you find yourself stuck in hard-to-reach places, like in a cave or on a mountain, first responders now have access to more support through a new training course. Several agencies, including CFD and the Hamilton County Rescue…...
Chattanooga firefighters target high-risk neighborhoods with school fire safety program
3+ week, 8+ hour ago (295+ words) CHATTANOOGA, Tenn " Firefighters are heading into classrooms with a specific goal: Reach the kids who need it most before the next house fire happens. The Chattanooga Fire Department is expanding its Home Fire Safety Patrol program, focusing on schools in…...
Big dog on campus: Chief canine officer Gunny paws-itively impacts campus life at UTC
6+ mon, 4+ week ago (118+ words) UTC has rolled out the red carpet for its first Chief Canine Officer, a 6-year-old German Shorthaired Pointer named Gunther, affectionately known as Gunny. Gunny, who previously served as a vapor wake canine, is now a familiar face on campus,…...