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flag Chatham-Kent firefighters urge swift water training before 2026 floods, citing lack of rescue capability despite a 2004 plan.

flag Chatham-Kent firefighters are urging local council to implement swift water rescue training ahead of 2026 flood season, citing a recent rescue on the Thames River amid ice and strong currents. flag They warn that spring flooding from snowmelt, rain, and ice jams creates dangerous, fast-moving water that can overwhelm even strong swimmers, endangering pedestrians, drivers, and children. flag Despite past dive teams that operated successfully for over 25 years, the area now lacks a dedicated swift water rescue capability. flag Firefighters stress that a 2004-approved response model remains unimplemented, leaving communities vulnerable during emergencies on the Thames and Sydenham rivers.

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