As a fire burns, it moves upward then outward.
Many departments train fire fighters in emergency medicine.
This allows faster response to an emergency, better use of personnel, and most importantly, expeditious care to patients. This allows the nearest engine to quickly respond to a medical emergency. This is done so that the Fire Department is absolutely sure that the fire is completely out, and that there is no fire inside the walls or other hidden places. Reports can be requested in writing. For refilling fire extinguishers, check the yellow pages under Fire Extinguishers.