There are things you instinctually don’t do. Rushing into a burning building is one. Fortunately for the citizens of Detroit, firefighters have tossed those instincts aside and with the help of Contour HD helmet cams have created an incredible video that shows what it’s like to battle a blaze. More »
Firefighters are awesome, but it doesn’t change the fact that the job puts their lives on the line. This Wi-Fi ball, courtesy of Intel, has sensors built-in that, if thrown into a burning building, could keep our bravest out of harm’s way. More »
The World Police and Firefighters Games 2011 happened last week in New York. They came from all over the world to compete but also to celebrate the heroism of these people who save lives risking their own every single day. More »
In case there was any doubt, here is another proof of the courage of firefighters: watch as this man stands with his hose right next to a blazing car and the car explodes literally on his face. More »
Check out this UK video of a row house explosion. Taken by the Engine cam, it’s frightening and amazing at the same time. More »
Last April, wildfires engulfed 200,000 acres of woods and 150 homes at Possum Kingdom Lake, Texas. This spectacular video shows the biggest guns of the Forest Service fighting against the uncontrollable flames. More »
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Sounds crazy (wood + fire?) but the SFFD’s one of the few to still use wooden ladders – they don’t conduct electricity – which they build with Douglas fir that’s been matured for 15 years. More »
Let’s get a rather important fact out of the way first: it’s just a concept. Little boys reading this should cross it off their list to Father Christmas now, before their hopes rise even higher. More »
