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WORD ABOUT FIRE DEPARTMENT OPERATIONS
Common Questions
Q. Why are windows broken or holes cut in the roof?
As a fire burns, it
moves upward, then outward. Breaking the windows and/or cutting holes in the roof (called ventilation)
slows the damaging outward
movement, helps remove blinding smoke that obscures the actual fire,
and enables firefighters
to fight the fire more efficiently. The result
of this action is less damage to the structure in the long run.
Q. Why are holes cut in walls?
This is done so that
the fire department is absolutely
sure that the fire is completely out, and that there is no fire inside
the walls or in other hidden
places.
Q. Is it possible to obtain a copy of the fire report?
In most localities, a
fire report is a public document and is available at the fire department or fire marshal’s office.