Fire Suppression & Rescue

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Protecting Lives and Property

We work to prevent, control, and extinguish fires to protect lives, property, and the environment.

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Rigorous Volunteer Training

Our volunteers undergo rigorous training in firefighting, specializing in fire suppression and search and rescue.

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Managing Firefighting Risks

Firefighting risks include toxic smoke, low oxygen, and high heat, managed with breathing equipment.

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Firefighting Process Overview

Firefighting begins with locating the fire and assessing risks, then extinguishing it using water, fuel removal, or chemicals.

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