hoseline with nozzle extension

Eliminating the Nozzle Shutoff to Extend Hoselines

Ray McCormack discusses a potential failure point when using the first line's shutoff to extend the attack hoseline, and offers a solution.
3 min read
Folded horseshoe lengths of hose are often used at high-rise fires

Firefighting Fundamentals: Fire Hose

Mike Ciampo reviews some of the basics of fire hose, including construction, storage, and how firefighters use them on the fireground.
7 min read
Ray McCormack with hoselines

Strategies for Conducting a Well-Hole Stretch

Ray McCormack analyzes structural elements, challenges, and tactics that firefighters must consider when performing a well-hole stretch.
11 min read
Firefighter with halligan ducks under flames

Without the Protection of a Hoseline: The Uncomfortable Reality

Operating without a hoseline is not something firefighters should always do, but it should be something we are prepared to do.
15 min read
Brent Brooks, Daryl Liggins, Bill Gustin, Ricky Riley, Mike Dugan, Dennis LaGear, and Ray McCormack

Humpday Hangout: Vertical Stretches

Mike Dugan, Bill Gustin, and the other members of the panel consider vertical hose stretches with guest Ray McCormack.
fire truck pumping

Water Supply and Pumping

Jeff Shupe and other members of Strategic Fire Training—Jeff Diederich, Chad Gruver, and Hydeman—review water supply and different types of pumping.
Hoses running from a fire truck

Two Northumberland County (PA) Drivers Run Over Fire Hoses During Active Fire

The two are accused of running over three sections of fire hoses during an active structure fire in Kulpmont earlier this month.
2 min read
Shupe on hoselines

The Two-Inch Hose in the Modern Era

Jeff Shupe discusses why this firefighting option is an excellent size attack line for immediate large flow.
15 min read

Mercedes Textiles Innovates to Fight the Fire, Not the Hose

Mercedes to launch the most advanced 2” attack line that delivers 210-300 GPM flows with 30% less weight – offering an alternative to the challenges…
3 min read
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