The Dilemma of Search vs Fire Attack

This chapter explores the dilemma faced by firefighters when it comes to allocating resources between search and fire attack, considering scenarios like low staffing or delayed arrival. It questions the practice of making the crew drag the attack line during the search and argues for the importance of protecting victims and buying time by doing search and fire attack together. The chapter also emphasizes the need for prioritizing safety and discusses the challenges faced by fire departments with limited resources.

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