05-28-2022, 03:50 PM
(05-28-2022, 12:49 PM)Belsnickel Wrote: In reality, firefighters aren't obliged to put out fires. But that is more about protecting surrounding property than anything else. The thing to keep in mind with all first responders is that their first priority is actually their own safety. If a situation is too risky, then they will not go in and they are not obligated to. Then intention is to prevent additional victims.
The reason for all the training and gear is to reduce the risk, but it will never be zero.
It's funny you say this....
So my daughter was in a wreck yesterday here in Dallas on one of the side streets outside downtown...i went over there after she called me and there were two fire engines and a ambulance. The ambulance left and the fire fighter dudes said they were there specifically to wait and keep the area safe until the police show up (since the car couldn't be moved). I never would've guessed they had a general emphasis on safety (though it makes sense). I always assume they have one job.
