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Newsom Deploys New Swiftwater Rescue Fleet to 13 California Fire Departments Ahead of El Niño Storms

8 Oct 2026 12:20 p.m. · Source: California Governors Office

California is sending new swiftwater rescue vehicles, boats and equipment to 13 local fire departments before a potentially historic El Niño storm season, as Trump proposes cutting FEMA by $1.3 billion.

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Alabama Deploys Swiftwater Rescue Teams to Aid Flood-Stricken Texas

17 Jul 2026 11:02 a.m. · Source: Alabama Governor's Office

Governor Kay Ivey has dispatched four Alabama Swiftwater rescue teams to Texas to assist with severe flooding. These specialized teams, from multiple counties, are trained and equipped for critical search and rescue operations, reinforcing Alabama's commitment to regional aid.

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