Firefighting Basics: Aggressive Cooling and Preflashover Conditions
Mark van der Feyst looks at some elements to watch for in terms of flashover and aggressive cooling methods.
Firefighting Fridays: Engine Tactics Do’s and Don’ts
Jeff Shupe and company review the mission of the engine company, the eight points of engine company work, and more.
Podcast: Generation Engine
Hosts Todd Edwards, Joe Ficarelli, and Anthony Rowett talk with guests Tammy Goff, Karen Lavarnway, and Brittanie Sutton.
Firefighting Basics: Transitional Fire Attack
Mark van der Feyst takes a look at the theory and practice of transitional attack.
Hose, Hooks, and Rope
Hose, hooks, and utility rope—often used separately—have tactical value when used together, says Mike Ciampo.
In-Line Nozzle Placement
When laying out your attack line, the nozzle length should be placed in line with the home’s entry door, writes Ray McCormack.
Podcast: Generation Engine: Chris Coons
Todd Edwards, Joe Ficarelli, and Anthony Rowett speak with Chris Coons, chief of the Johns Creek (GA) Fire Department.
Firefighting Basics: Getting Water to and on the Fire, Part 3
Mark van der Feyst takes a look at coordinated pump operations in his latest piece on firefighting fundamentals.
The February 2021 Water on the Fire Supplement
Download our 2020 Water on the Fire supplement, which contains a number of select articles on the fire department's most fundamental function.
Podcast: Generation Engine
Hosts Todd Edwards, Joe Ficarelli, and Anthony Rowett talk engine company operations with guest Trey Nelms.



















