Recognizing the Thunderbolt Fire Department

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Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the heroism of the Thunderbolt Fire Department for its swift and effective response after Savannah Bananas pitcher Bill Lee collapsed while warming up.

Bill ``Spaceman'' Lee is a legendary pitcher, a Boston Red Sox Hall of Famer, and a notorious personality in Major League Baseball. He is beloved by his community. Teammates and colleagues use words like ``infectious,'' ``unique,'' and ``living legend'' to describe him.

His commitment to the great American pastime is lifelong, having continued to pitch for 40 years after the end of his career in the major leagues.

While warming up for a Savannah Bananas game, Bill, unfortunately, suffered from a sudden cardiac episode that rendered him unconscious and unable to breathe. The Thunderbolt Fire Department reacted immediately, however, and Bill was quickly resuscitated and in a stable condition when he was transferred to a local hospital.

Bill is already well on his way to a full and speedy recovery and is today in great spirits, waiting for his next game.

We have the Thunderbolt Fire Department's timely intervention to thank for saving this baseball legend's life, and I take this opportunity to recognize them today.

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