Brian Ackley, of Topsham, drags a life-size mannequin through a parking garage in Augusta on Tuesday during a physical agility test for prospective Augusta firefighters. A dozen candidates were tested on their dexterity, firefighting and emergency medical skills before being interviewed for potential openings, according to Deputy Fire Chief David Groder. 


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