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Latest Articles In Exposures

Strategy and Tactics
First-Due Considerations for Exterior Fires

Without quick decision-making, fires that are on the exterior of structures but threaten exposures can become much larger incidents. Jerod Levin reviews some tactical considerations to help first-due officers keep such fires in check.
(Wednesday, June 6, 2012) read
Tags: deck fires, exposures, extension, exterior fires, porch fires, PPV, Pushing fire, RECEOVS, search, size-up, tactics, ventilation, Engine Co Operations
Firefighting Operations
Fire in Cluster Homes

Owning a newly constructed home is the American dream to many people, but to firefighters, these homes can be a nightmare when ablaze. Greg Jakubowski explains the challenges posed by “cluster homes” and neighborhoods, and what firefighters need to do to contain and control them.
(Thursday, May 17, 2012) read
Tags: asphalt shingle roofs, close proximity, cluster homes, combustible construction, exposures, lightweight construction, new construction, residential dwellings, vinyl siding, Strategy and Tactics
News
Fire Destroys California Beachfront Homes

One home collapsed during the blaze.
(Saturday, May 14, 2011) read
Tags: exposures, News
News
Over 100 San Francisco Firefighters Battle 4-Alarm Apartment Fire

Flames were leaping from floor to floor
(Thursday, May 5, 2011) read
Tags: apartment fire, exposures, News
News
Vacant House Explosion Burns Two Detroit Homes

Vandals recently had been inside the house, stripping it of anything of value.
(Tuesday, April 26, 2011) read
Tags: abandoned, explosion, exposures, vacant, Firefighter Safety

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