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Fire Recorded Fire
First recorded fire in America, Jamestown, VA. -
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Firefighting timetoast
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Fire Prevention Law
This law made sure people were using proper materials in their homes and using safe techniques -
First Fire Engine
First fire engine used in America, Boston. -
Water Buckets
Water buckets were used to put out fires in New York -
Trumpets used for Orders
Trumpets were used by fire captains to give their men orders. This made the order loud and clear during hectic times -
First Pumper Truck
First pumper truck was used in Chicago -
First Woman Firefighter
First female firefighter, New York. -
First Water Tower
First water tower developed -
Jaws of Life
The Jaws of life are used to rescure victims from mangled cars. The tools include: cutters, spreaders, door busters and rams. -
First TIC
The Seattle Fire Department acquired its first thermal imaging camera in 1997, for a cost of $16,000