[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 129 (Wednesday, July 26, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H3963]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   RESCUE WORKERS HELP THOSE IN NEED

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Virginia (Mr. Good) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. GOOD of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the actions of 
emergency responders in Appomattox and Campbell Counties.
  Recent major rainstorms caused severe flooding that affected many of 
the residents of these counties. When that happened, the Concord Rescue 
Squad, the Concord Volunteer Fire Department, and the Appomattox 
Volunteer Fire Department sprang into action, working around the clock 
to courageously save many people from the floodwaters.
  These three emergency squads mobilized and volunteered their time 
once again, as they always do, to help those in need. All their water 
rescue teams were activated as they demonstrated true selflessness, 
bravery, and decisive action, while making multiple rescues of drivers 
trapped in submerging cars.
  In fact, these three volunteer squads effectively responded to over 
10 calls in one night. They had to navigate dangerous conditions and 
unsafe roads, helping to clear fallen trees, power lines, and other 
debris. They also saved many others whose houses were flooded with no 
other way to escape the floodwaters.
  I am grateful for the valiant efforts of the Concord Rescue Squad, 
the Concord Volunteer Fire Department, and the Appomattox Volunteer 
Fire Department. I am proud to represent them in Virginia's Fifth 
District.


                   Danville Fire Captains Hone Skills

  Mr. GOOD of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the 
accomplishments of three fire captains in Danville, Virginia.
  Few people demonstrate the mental and physical strength, personal 
diligence, or sacrificial love and commitment to their communities that 
fire captains do.
  Three Danville fire captains recently honed their skills through the 
Virginia Chief Officer Academy. The academy is a 6-day training period 
established to equip aspiring chief officers in overcoming whatever 
leadership challenges may come their way.
  During the program, students were trained in personal leadership and 
other skills needed to lead at the executive level.
  I am proud to congratulate these captains on their completion of this 
program at the University of Richmond on Saturday, July 22:
  Captain J. Satterfield,
  Captain W.T. Poteat, and
  Captain J.P. Haymore.
  They have worked tirelessly to effectively serve the Danville 
community. After completing the program, these men are even more ready 
to lead as chief officers in the Danville Fire Department.
  I am proud to represent these hardworking individuals in the Fifth 
District of Virginia, and I admire their excellent character and 
determination to help those in need.

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