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December 14, 2006

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Freezing Nozzles & Hoselines



Contributed by: Quentin McGrath
Rank: Assistant Chief
Department:St. Anne Regional Fire Dept., NB

When operating fire suppression in the cold winter seasons, leave your hose nozzle open to a minimum so water can continue to circulate throughout the hoseline and nozzle. This aids in preventing freezing from occurring.




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