[October 10, 2013]
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Pictures by Nila Smith |
Before going into a burning building, he will
add an air tank and mask.
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Van Winkle talks about how heavy the equipment
is. |
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With the mask on, the last item is the gloves. |
Suits have reflective tape to make
firefighters more visible in the dark. |
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The tools on his shoulder are things he might
use to break into a burning home or knock a hole into a wall. |
"Stay below the smoke" is an important rule for
those trying to make their way through a fire. Even the
firefighters sometimes get down and crawl through a building.
Upstairs, Van Winkle shows the kids a fire
suit from the past. |
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