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E13 – Courtyard Lay Fire Attack for Long Stretches with Louisville Fire Departmen

May 28, 2026
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Episode 13: Courtyard Lay Fire Attack for Long Stretches in Louisville Connect With Our Experts View Transcript 00:00:00:03 – 00:00:02:05Jelen GreeneWe’ll primarily use it here in Louisville 00:00:02:05 – 00:00:04:05Jelen Greeneon our longer courtyards 00:00:04:05 – 00:00:06:10Jelen Greeneor like an alley or something where it’s hard to 00:00:06:13 – 00:00:15:28Jelen Greeneaccess and get a pumper […]

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How to Control Exposure Fires in Tight Neighborhoods (E12: Firefighting Tactics With Louisville FD)

April 21, 2026
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How to Control Exposure Fires in Tight Neighborhoods (E12: Firefighting Tactics with Louisville Fire Department) Download the Portable Monitor Product Guide View Transcript   00:00:03:14 – 00:00:09:23NarratorYou pull up to a fire, and before you even get off the rig, you can see flames threatening the building next door. 00:00:09:23 – 00:00:16:00NarratorYour brain races. How […]

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What Every Probie Should Ask About Water Supply and Line Placement

December 4, 2025
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In garden-style apartment fires, first-due line placement and water supply decisions can make or break your operation. With open stairwells, long setbacks, and tight access, crews must coordinate closely — especially between first- and second-in units. This article highlights key questions firefighters should ask to sharpen their tactics and better understand line selection, water delivery, and unit coordination in these unique multi-family structures.

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TFT Products for Forestry and Wildland Firefighting 

March 19, 2024
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It’s no secret that the global firefighting community is battling increasingly intense wildfire activity. According to World Resources Institute, forest fires are becoming more widespread, with 2021 being “one of the worst years for forest fires since the turn of the century.”   While these changing conditions may not affect many urban fire departments, for rural, […]

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Replacing Your Bail Handle and Valve Seat on a Ball Valve Nozzle

November 15, 2023
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If it is time to replace your bail handle and valve seat on a ball valve nozzle, here’s how!  Tools Required:   Replacement Kit  Hand Operated Drill or Drill Press  Allen Wrench  Hammer  Seal Pick  Small Punch  Combination Wrench  Procedure:  Note: Some models will require removal of the coupling and others will not. Refer to […]

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Mistakes to Avoid When Transitioning from High to Low-Pressure Nozzles

October 16, 2023
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As fire departments update their equipment, many are choosing to move from high-pressure to low-pressure firefighting nozzles. If you find yourself on one of those departments, you know that this choice can significantly impact your operations. We’re here to make sure you have the information you need to make an informed decision and execute the […]

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