From the above revelations, it is apparent that what we have learned must become ingrained and followed up by actions. What if we thought of a fire run as a hazardous materials incident? Every type of fire is releasing hazardous materials from its container (structure). When ignited, dozens of organic and inorganic compounds are released into the air. Some cause cancer; all are toxic. Products of combustion include heat (humans, the environment, and structures don't do well with heat) and free carbon (soot). When combined with the other elements, soot becomes toxic as well and reduces the percentage of oxygen in the atmosphere.
The following actions the JFRD has taken are from its policies and standing operating procedures:
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