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| Engine 3 on the "grinder" at TOTF. |
These so-called "color group" drills give fire crews a chance to practice many different aspects of firefighting often times with crews from other Central (formerly Heartland) zone departments.
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| Engineer/Paramedic Richard Smith goes over a pump calculation with Firefighter/Paramedic Steve Russo |
During their drill, the station 3 crews practiced basic hoselays including laying supply lines from hydrants and stretching and flowing different preconnected attack lines. Members also got in some time practicing pumper operations utilizing Engine 3, a 1500 gallon per minute, Class A pumper.
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| Engine 3 crew stretching and flowing attack lines |
These types of drills help ensure that firefighters are able to competently and safely perform their jobs when the public calls.
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| Santee Truck 4 crew positioning their 40-foot extension ladder |
Story by: Captain Scott Culkin, Lakeside Fire District
Photos by: Paramedic Intern James MacMaster
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