The word hero comes with mythic connotations. Maybe you think of comic figures such as Spider-Man, Batman, or Superman. Perhaps you envision a personal hero like a celebrity. Are firefighters...
Category: Firefighter Knowledge
As a firefighter, I’ve been asked some pretty ridiculous things. One of the topics that comes up more often than you would think is the flammability of farts. Yes, that’s right, good,...
Using the word flammable in place of combustible and vice-versa may seem like one of those “po-tay-toe, po-tah-toe” situations, but I’d beg to differ. Applying these terms interchangeably can...
You hear the term first responder all the time and might assume it refers to ambulatory services. You’re interested to know whether a first responder entails only those roles or others as well. Who...
Do you smell that? An odd odor around the house can make you nervous, especially if the smell just won’t go away. If you suspect an electrical fire in your home, what would it smell...
You likely rely on propane heaters for heating up boilers, cookers, or even fireplaces. In the winter when the weather outside is frigid, you might feel inclined to use your propane heater indoors....
