Residential fire simulation: Wood frame, asphalt siding

Simulation by CommandSim and Battalion Chief Frank Montagna, FDNY

It is a cool, clear, Fall weekend day with with a strong wind blowing from side B to side D. Around 10 a.m., dispatch receives calls from neighbors reporting that a two-story house is on fire…

 

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Where do I go from here? Get a sample exercise sequence that shows you one scenario you can model with this simulation.
What am I looking for? Advice on sizing-up the structure and other important tactical considerations.
What does this thing do? Here’s a chart of possible outcomes and curveballs you can throw into the scenario, as well as navigation instructions.

 

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Credits

The scenario and accompanying materials have been designed by Frank Montagna, Battalion Chief, FDNY. The technical development and production was done by CommandSim. All materials may not be copied or distributed without the expressed, written permission of Fire Engineering and the PennWell Corporation, copyright 2007, all rights reserved.

 

 

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