Running The Long Line

By: Billy Rector

Engine companies throughout the nation have different attack lines for different uses.  Regardless of urban, suburban, rural, commercial, or military fire department; all departments should become familiar with running a "long line."  These long lines, ranging from 300 feet to 500 feet are much more practical and maneuverable than a "leader-line" or "garden-apartment evolution."   Too often companies get used to running a crosslay or building a line to suit their needs, but reality is that a long line will get most companies in a position to have a position impact and achieve the goal, putting the fire out.

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 2 Bridgeport Firefighters Die in Line of Duty

On Saturday July 24^th two firefighters with the Bridgeport Fire Department in Bridgeport Connecticut died in the line of Duty while battling a house fire on Elmwood Ave. in Bridgeport Connecticut. The two firefighters, Lt. Steven Velazquez and firefighter Michel Baik were the two fire fighters who were identified. Please take the time to pray for these brothers, the families, and the rest of the Bridgeport Fire Department.

Capitol Fire Training Thank's It's Supporters

Capitol Fire Training LLC would like to thank it's two major supporters Fire Chasers Fire Equipment & Paul Davis Restoration & Remodeling. Both of these companies work with us hand in hand in making sure that we are taken care of when it comes to fire equipment, gear, tools as well as supplies that we need and use for our training. We couldn't do it without the help of these two companies. Thank you both for your support in making our firefighters better everyday.

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