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Spouses of Hillsborough County firefighters suited up for hands-on training

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HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. — Hillsborough County Fire Rescue hosted a Spouse Academy to give firefighters’ families a closer look at the demands of the job.

The event offered participants an overview of the risks, challenges and commitment involved in firefighting before giving them hands-on experience in the afternoon.

Spouses wore full bunker gear and took part in vehicle extrication, search and rescue drills and CPR practice.

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