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New Deal fire and EMS crews to hold wildland fire training tonight
Summary by The Lubbock Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Bella Christy , as published by KCBD News
· August 17, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway A training exercise is underway to practice fighting such fires.
Emergency responders in New Deal are preparing for potential wildfires. A training exercise is underway to practice fighting such fires. Residents may notice signs of a fire, such as smoke or flames, near the local fire station.
The exercise is taking place at the fire station, located near a major intersection. Crews are using specialized equipment to simulate wildfire conditions. Further details about the training, including its duration, are available from local news sources.
In the event of a genuine emergency elsewhere in town, residents are advised to contact emergency services directly.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 17, 2026 ·
Source: KCBD News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Emergency responders in New Deal are preparing for potential wildfires. A training exercise is underway to practice fighting such fires. Residents may notice signs of a fire, such as smoke or flames…
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