LFES trains for Water and Rope Rescues at Oldman River

During summer months, it’s important to know our limits in order to enjoy the season safely, especially where there are deep or fast-moving waters. That’s why Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services (LFES) conducted training at the Oldman River, High Level Bridge, with the Water Rescue and Rope Rescue teams. Greg Adair, Chief of Fire and EMS says this particular area is among the most challenging places to access in Lethbridge.

Each year, LFES receives reports of individuals jumping into the river from the low-level girders of the High Level Bridge. This is private property and extremely dangerous.

Heidi Echavarria

Heidi was born in Bogota, Colombia and lived there until she was 18, then she moved to Caracas, Venezuela where she finished her bachelor's degree in journalism. Since 2010 she covered political issues related to the government of former president Hugo Chávez and his political opponents, management, death and transition to a new government. Likewise, Heidi did research, wrote chronicles, reports and news in the social, community, and cultural areas. In 2019, Heidi, along with her husband and three children, moved to Aurora, Ontario where she worked at Teen Challenge Canada. In September 2023, she moved to Lethbridge, Alberta. Heidi also has a diploma in Addictions and Community Health. In 2024, she joined at Bridge City News team as a Video Journalist to produce a wide range of stories including those which are faith based glorifying Jesus Christ.

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