Firefighting History
The Clinton Fire Department was also recognized by the Illinois Firefighters Association as the first meeting place for the organization 135 years ago
Reviewing historic fires enhances fireline safety by building context and familiarity with high-risk scenarios
The deadly Mann Gulch fire didn’t just scar the land, it also reshaped how wildland crews prepare for and battle wildfires
The fire was the nation’s deadliest firefighting tragedy since Sept. 11, 2001
Major factors contributing to the rapid spread of the fire at the Sofa Super Store were large open spaces with furniture providing high-fuel loads, the inward rush of air following the breaking of windows, and a lack of sprinklers
It was one of the worst fires in American history, but its cause remained a mystery for decades
