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Using Big Water at Fires: Deck Guns, Master Streams, and Fire Attack
When a structure fire is growing rapidly, delivering a high volume of water can make a critical difference. In this episode, Eric Dreiman examines the importance of big water tactics, including the use of deck guns and portable monitors to knock down large fires quickly.
Dreiman explains why firefighters need to train on these tactics, understand what a high volume fire stream can accomplish, and recognize how quickly it can affect fire conditions. He also discusses the value of big water for departments operating with limited staffing.
From understanding fire stream effectiveness to building…
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