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Firefighters conduct training at the U.S. Coast Guard base on Kodiak, Alaska, May 4, 2010, to stay current on training qualifications and to remain effective in any type of emergency situation. The 32 firefighters stationed in Kodiak are the primary unit for aircraft response.

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Firefighters conduct training at the U.S. Coast Guard base on Kodiak, Alaska, May 4, 2010, to stay current on training qualifications and to remain effective in any type of emergency situation. The 32 firefighters stationed in Kodiak are the primary unit for aircraft response.

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