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Experts debate whether hoses used on S.C. Super Store were appropriate |
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Written by Ron Menchaca and Glen Smith
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Aug 01, 2007 at 06:19 PM |
As Posted on the FireRescue1.com website
By Ron Menchaca and Glenn Smith
The Post and Courier
Copyright 2007 Post and Courier
Distributed by McClatchy-Tribune Business News
CHARLESTON, S.C. — When photos and video footage of the June 18 Sofa Super Store fire beamed around the world, some firefighters and fire safety experts were troubled by what they saw: small red hoses snaking through the front door of the burning furniture store.
These rubber hoses, known as booster lines, were commonplace on fire trucks 20 years ago. They have since been phased out in many departments because they proved ineffective at fighting structure fires and can place firefighters at risk. Fire experts say the lines don't put out enough water to tackle a large blaze or protect firefighters from approaching flames. Their use for snuffing out garbage fires and other small tasks has earned them the nickname "trash lines."
The tradition-bound Charleston Fire Department, which lost nine firefighters in the sofa store blaze, still relies on boosters as its initial attack lines for a variety of fires. While many other departments have done away with these red lines altogether, the hard-charging Charleston department outfits its trucks to carry extra booster lines.
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Jul 13, 2007 at 07:54 PM |
Firearms Training
Have you ever wanted to carry a handgun for protection?
Or would you like to not worry about seperating the ammo from your handgun while driving to and from the Firing Range to shoot?
You too can apply for a permit to carry a loaded handgun concealed upon your person. As long as you meet certain legal requirements and you take a 12 Hour Pistol Course.
Come take your class with us at our Blanchester Martial Arts School. We offer at least one class per month utilizing our NRA Firearms Instructors. You'll shoot at least 100 rounds during your 2 hours at our Firing Range.
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The Sofa Super Store Firefighter Deaths |
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Jun 20, 2007 at 04:05 PM |
Nine Charleston Fire Department firefighters passed away while operating in the interior of a Sofa Super Store attempting to rescue two employees. Initial reports indicate that rapid fire progress caused the roof of the structure to collapse along with large shelves that held heavy furniture, trapping the firefighters. Identified as those who lost their lives are Captain William "Billy" Hutchinson, 48; Captain Mike Benke, 49; Captain Louis Mulkey, 34; Engineer Mark Kelsey, 40; Engineer Bradford "Brad" Baity, 37; Assistant Engineer Michael French, 27; Firefighter James "Earl" Drayton, 56; Firefighter Brandon Thompson, 27, and Firefighter Melven Champaign, 46. Witnesses reported at least four citizens were rescued by firefighters. More details are pending further investigation.
While reading the many articles written on the topic in the last few days the following line is perhaps the most telling;
"The building had no fire sprinklers and was not required o have them. The fire chief said sprinklers would not have put out the fire but would have at least slowed it."
See the complete article here
See an excellent timeline of events here
Donations can be sent to The City of Charleston Firemen's Fund, P.O. Box 304, Charleston, SC, 29402.
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