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Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Two women rescued from flooded road in Bedford
BEDFORD, Va. (WFXR) – The Bedford Fire Department assisted with the rescue of two people who became trapped after attempting to drive through a flooded roadway in Bedford on May 13. Bedford fire officials said just after 2 p.m. on Tuesday, crews with Company 1 responded to Rocky Ford Road. At the scene, a vehicle was found stuck in flooded water with two women trapped inside. Local agencies share flood safety tips ahead of possible heavy rainfall (Photo Credit: Bedford Fire Department) Flooding in Campbell County closes Simons Run Members of Rescue 1's swift water rescue team began rescue operations. The driver and a passenger were placed in Personal Flotation Devices or PFDs and then safely removed from the flooded road, according to Bedford FD. 'Please remember not to drive through flooded roadways. Turn around, Don't drown.' – BFD No injuries have currently been reported. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
26-02-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Bedford FD responds to brush fire, cause unknown
BEDFORD, Va. (WFXR) – The Bedford Fire Department responded to a fire on Tuesday, February 25 that involved several buildings, cars, and acres. Multiple units responded around 3:49 p.m. to Sheep Creek Road to contain the brush fire and treat some of the victims. Seasonal 4 PM Burning Law begins Feb. 15 Water from a nearby creek was drawn to assist crews in controlling the flames. The cause of the fire is unknown. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
