Fire Fighting

Fire Fighting

Firefighting is the act of extinguishing fires. A firefighter fights fires to prevent loss of life, and/or destruction of property and the environment. Firefighting is a highly technical skill that requires professionals who have spent years training in both general firefighting techniques and specialized areas of expertise.

Read more about Fire Fighting:  Firefighters' Duties, Hazards Caused By Fire, Reconnaissance and Reading The Fire, Science of Extinguishment, Use of Water, Asphyxiating A Fire, Tactical Ventilation or Isolation of The Fire, Appendix: Calculating The Amount of Water Required To Suppress A Fire in A Closed Volume

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