Monthly Archives: March 2013

Is anyone really in there?

Hello 911, what’s your emergency? If you were to dial 911 and report a house on fire, you will be asked if anyone is inside the house. This is a common question that us, firefighter, must ask ourselves on every … Continue reading

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Situational Awareness in Hoarder Homes

Here is a Guest Post From Dr. Richard Gasaway’s Website on Situational Awareness in Hoarder Homes. Dr. Gasaway is a worldwide leader in educating first resonders in situational awareness. Make sure to check out his website samatters.com Because SAMATTERS……   … Continue reading

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Heavy Content House fire in WV

  Here is a video from Sheperdstown WV illustrating the challenges faced by firefighters dealing with heavy content environments Watch as the firefighters climb up, perform a search, and then attack from the sides to provide a safe fire attack.

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Hoarder Fires Case Study

Good afternoon from the Chamber of Hoarders. We would like to announce the launch of a case study on fires with Hoarding Conditions present. You will find an attached document with a questionnaire regarding any fires that you may have ran … Continue reading

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Hoarder Fire Survey Results

Here are the results of the recent Hoarder fire survey sent out by the Chamber of Hoarders Staff. Huge “thank you” to the USFA for sharing survey with the fire service community. The response was overwhelming. 1. Have you ever … Continue reading

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Hoarder Fires new Class Flyer

 

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Crews fight flames, heavy smoke at home

Crews fight flames, heavy smoke at home  

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