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Two people rescued from vehicle stuck in flooded wash

Rescue crews decided to use a “hoist operation" to secure the patients and fly them to safety.

TOLLESON, Ariz. — Two people were flown to safety Friday night after their vehicle got stuck in a fast-moving wash, according to the Phoenix Fire Department. 

Firefighters said rescue crews from Phoenix, Buckeye, Tolleson and Gila River were called to the wash near 91st and Southern avenues around 6:45 p.m.

When crews arrived, firefighters used a “hoist operation" to secure the people and fly them to safety. 

Credit: Phoenix Fire Department

Firefighters said the couple was evaluated and refused transportation to the hospital.

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