A firefighter's goals are to save lives, protect property, and protect the environment. A fire can rapidly spread and endanger many lives, but with modern firefighting techniques, catastrophe can often be avoided.

2025年1月9日 · firefighting, activity directed at limiting the spread of fire and extinguishing it, particularly as performed by members of organizations (fire services or fire departments) trained for the purpose. When it is possible, firefighters rescue persons endangered by the fire, if necessary, before turning their full attention to putting it out.

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Firefighters in the United States today are organized along paramilitary lines, utilizing modern equipment, and are most often grouped into city or county departments.

A firefighter (or fire fighter or fireman) is a first responder trained in firefighting, primarily to control and extinguish fires that threaten life and property, as well as to rescue persons from confinement or dangerous situations.

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2009年5月27日 · When the goal is to extinguish a fire, the incident commander must decide on an offensive, transitional or defensive fire attack

2023年7月25日 · Firefighting has a rich and storied history, dating back to ancient civilizations. From rudimentary firefighting techniques to the advanced technology used today, the evolution of firefighting reflects humanity’s ongoing struggle to conquer …

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