Seven of Vandenberg’s firefighters are currently in training here to compete in the Firefighter Combat Challenge, which is scheduled to begin Oct. 2 in Reno, Nev.
The Firefighter Combat Challenge is a competition in which firefighters from around the globe compete against the clock and their opponents through an intense and physically demanding obstacle course. During the challenge, firefighters must complete a number of tasks, including climbing a five-story tower, rescuing a life-sized victim weighing 175 pounds and dragging hoses – all while wearing full bunker gear and a breathing apparatus.
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