04/28/2025
🔥🚒 Fire Training: Aerial Insights 🚒🔥
4/27/25 - What an incredible day witnessing our local fire departments come together for a controlled burn of a house slated for demolition! This training exercise not only served a practical purpose but also provided invaluable learning experiences for our dedicated firefighters.
Using my thermal camera, I recorded a hot spot reaching over 950 degrees! This showcases the intensity of the fire and the importance of understanding fire behavior.
Here are some key takeaways from this training:
1. Fire Behavior Understanding: Participants learned how different materials burn and how fire spreads, enhancing their ability to predict and manage real-life scenarios.
2. Tactics and Strategy: The training allowed firefighters to practice various tactics in a controlled environment, refining their strategies for effective firefighting.
3. Safety Protocols: Emphasis was placed on safety measures, ensuring that all personnel are well-prepared to handle the unpredictable nature of fire.
4. Equipment Familiarization: Firefighters had the chance to use and become more familiar with their gear and tools in a real-life setting, which is crucial for their readiness in actual emergencies.
5. Fire Hose Line Advancement: Practicing hose line advancement techniques allowed firefighters to improve their skills in efficiently moving and managing water supply in challenging conditions.
A huge thank you to all the departments that participated and to the community for your support!
Coldwater Fire dept, Montezuma Volunteer Fire Department, Mendon Union Fire Department, Celina Firefighters Local 2603, St Henry Volunteer Fire Department, Chattanooga Fire Department, Southwest Mercer Fire District
