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Photos by MANDI BATEMAN Throw bags in flight from North Bench Firefighters reach Boundary Search and Dive Rescue Commander Tony Jeppesen, who played the part of the victim, during an Aug. 22 rescue training exercise. At left, North Bench Firefighter Colin Mangus practices with a throw bag.

Photos by MANDI BATEMAN Throw bags in flight from North Bench Firefighters reach Boundary Search and Dive Rescue Commander Tony Jeppesen, who played the part of the victim, during an Aug. 22 rescue training exercise. At left, North Bench Firefighter Colin Mangus practices with a throw bag.

August 29, 2019

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For water rescues, practice makes perfect
August 29, 2019 1 a.m.

For water rescues, practice makes perfect

BONNERS FERRY — Saving a victim from the water takes crucial timing from the rescuers. With many bodies of water, including the Kootenai and Moyie rivers, in Boundary County, it is just a matter of time before first responders, made up of many volunteers, may be called upon to help — and they need to be ready.