rescue

Example Sentences

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A woman was rescued by firefighters after she was swept miles down San Jose Creek, the Los Angeles County Fire Department said Wednesday.

From Los Angeles Times

"There were 32 survivors. The others probably fled" before rescue services arrived on the scene, one source told AFP.

From Barron's

Shropshire Council said the boat, which the family live on, was rescued at about 22:00 on Tuesday using a specialist winch operation.

From BBC

"We are still in rescue mode until we know the building is clear," he said.

From Barron's

Police spokesperson Alabo Alfred said the authorities have "deployed assets" to the affected area to ensure that those abducted are rescued.

From BBC