[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 146 (Thursday, September 12, 2019)]
[House]
[Pages H7669-H7670]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          THANKING THE ST. LOUIS COUNTY VOLUNTEER RESCUE SQUAD

  (Mr. STAUBER asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. STAUBER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to express my gratitude for 
the St. Louis County Volunteer Rescue Squad, located in northern 
Minnesota, and their quick response to an emergency that took place in 
my district a little over a month ago.

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  At the end of July, a group of Girl Scouts traveled to northern 
Minnesota to experience the beauty and magnificence of the Boundary 
Waters Canoe Area. Their trip unexpectedly hit a rough patch when 
severe thunderstorms rolled in and lightning struck close to their 
campsite. A few of the girls reported feeling something from the 
ground, potentially a ground current, and needing precautionary medical 
attention.
  The Boundary Waters Canoe Area is very remote, making any rescue 
attempt more complex and rigorous. Nevertheless, the St. Louis County 
Volunteer Rescue Squad members immediately sprang into action, 
navigating five portages by motorboat and then canoe, escorting the 
girls back to safety.
  Mr. Speaker, I am thankful that the Northland has such a capable and 
well-trained group of individuals dedicated to the safety of our 
neighbors and visitors. Due to their hard work over the years, many 
emergencies have been averted and lives have been saved.

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