CFD hosts live water rescue demonstration on Lake Michigan
CHICAGO (CBS) -- The Chicago Fire Department trained for an emergency on Lake Michigan.
Just after 10:00 Thursday morning, CFD hosted a live water rescue demonstration, complete with a helicopter dropping down low, allowing a rescuer to enter the lake.
Later, a mannequin was brought out of the water onto a waiting stretcher near North Avenue Beach.
The CFD also wants to get out a few safety tips: Never swim alone, never leave children unattended, and for boaters, make sure everyone has a life jacket.
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