FE Volume 177 Issue 7

View firefighting articles from the July 2024 issue of Fire Engineering magazine, which focused on fire research and technology.

The Reading (PA) Fire Department was dispatched to a reported house fire. On arrival, heavy fire was showing from the second and third floor, front to rear. Engine 7, with assistance from Engine 3, made an aggressive interior attack, attempting to contain the fire to the building of origin and complete a search. Crews found poor structural conditions, including holes in the floors. A second alarm was called due to the proximity of the adjacent exposure and the additional hazards identified and communicated to command. The fire was contained with minimal damage to the exposures. Strong communication between interior crews and command along with early recognition of the need for additional resources is critical for fireground success. Photo by Adam Webster.

Features

The Language Modernization of the Fire Rescue and EMS Services    

Technology is advancing faster than anyone thought possible, yet digital tools have become agnostic and ubiquitous across the public safety domains. We have much to consider in the implementation, utilization, and governance of these tools. KIRK McKINZIE     

The Fire Service’s Role at Protests

The types of protests that fire rescue may have to assist at are direct action protests, with protesters locked into devices that need to be cut/removed. Removal must be coordinated with law enforcement and with a definite incident action plan in place. James Edelstein

Copilot for the Fire Service: The Power of Artificial Intelligence    

This article examines the significant challenges confronting the fire service and the substantial improvements AI can bring to our operational capabilities and safety measures. SCOTT ROSEBERRY AND SAI NARAIN

Modern Firefighting Tactics in Residential Structures: Ventilation, Coordination, and Control

The task of ventilation in residential structures has seen significant advancements through extensive research conducted by UL FSRI. This research has shed light on the intricacies of ventilation and its profound impact on fire dynamics. P.J. NORWOOD AND SEAN GRAY      

The Changing Landscape in Public Safety    

New operating environments call for continuous adaptation, innovative thinking, and collaboration among emergency services organizations. ELOY VEGA 

The Future of Thermal Imaging in the Fire Service

Here is a glimpse into the not-too-distant future of thermal imaging improvements for firefighters. ANDREW STARNES      

Smart Devices in Fire Investigations: Unlocking Crucial Data for Investigators    

Smart devices can provide critical insights for determining the origin and cause of fires. RAYMOND E. LANE

FSRI Study Focuses on EV Fires    

As fire departments grapple with the complexities of extinguishing EV fires and the risks of chemical exposures, ongoing research by FSRI takes the spotlight, promising valuable insights into the hazards of EVs and laying the foundation for enhanced safety protocols. PATRICK DURHAM, REPRESENTING FSRI EV TECHNICAL PANEL

Remote Tactical Training: FDNY Brings Training to the Firehouses    

When in-person training halted and social distancing was required due to COVID-19, the FDNY Bureau of Training had to quickly pivot and embark on a new technology-based mission set. JOSH RAEBEN

Departments

EDITOR’S OPINION: Research Identified the Dumbest Guy in the Room

TRAINING NOTEBOOK: Problem Solving and Company-Level Training

VOLUNTEERS CORNER: Life in a ‘Volley’ House: Duty, Honor, Country

ENERGY HAZARDS: Photovoltaic Systems: An Evolving Energy Challenge

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

APPARATUS DELIVERIES

PRODUCTS/SERVICES/MEDIA

ON FIRE: Taxing Your Resources and Limits

Providence Firefighter Pinned by Sliding Fire Truck During Snowstorm

A Providence firefighter was pinned between a fire engine and a parked car early Sunday morning when the truck got stuck and slid into the…

Two Found Dead in St. Paul (MN) Garage Fire After a Space Heater Was Tipped Over

Two adults were found dead on Sunday after a garage caught fire on St. Paul’s East Side.