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Thermal Imaging Training for Firefighters | Topeka News
Firefighters across Topeka got hands-on training with thermal imaging cameras—crucial tools for spotting heat signatures in smoke or darkness. Departments from Mission Township to Rossville learned not just how to operate the tech, but how to interpret what it shows, including its limits. Using a scaled-down dollhouse prop, they simulated real fire behavior by adjusting ventilation, watching how heat moved—and comparing camera readings to actual conditions. The lessons? They’re the same whether you’re in a toy house or a real one. This practical training arms first responders with the skills…
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