Conditions surrounding trench body recovery were difficult, but possible in part to rigorous training
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and last updated 2021-04-08 19:18:39-04
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas â Described as the only technical rescue station in the city, Fire Station 3 is constantly on standby for challenging rescues and recoveries.
Although trench collapses are a rare encounter for many firefighters, Corpus Christi Fireâs Rescue coordinator Frank Solansky, said the collapse near Buccaneer Stadium that left one man dead goes to show that they can be a reality.
Station 3, however, does continue to train for these situations.
âAnytime we drop someone in that trench, itâs dangerous,â Solansky said, adding that the water department actually creates trenches for them to practice at least once a year. âWhen we train on fire and stuff, it may look dangerous, but weâre dealing with artificial smoke, weâre dealing with fire that can easily be put out,
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Corpus Christi family safe after their home is lost to a fire
Corpus Christi family safe after their home is lost to a fire
and last updated 2021-01-20 19:49:08-05
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas â Several north-side family members are without a home after a fire broke out in theirs on Wednesday afternoon.
The flames broke out just before 3 p.m. on Coke Street near Comanche behind Ben Garza Park.
According to the Corpus Christi Fire Department battalion chief Frank Solansky, when they arrived at the home, firefighters saw heavy smoke and noticed the outside of the home was on fire.
The flames spread to the attic and nearby rooms.