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Hose Goals

Short answer: Firefighters can use a wide fog pattern from a hose as a protective water curtain. Fine droplets absorb heat, especially as they turn to steam, cool nearby surfaces and block radiant heat, and the steam can dilute oxygen near the flames.

Crews use it to advance on or retreat from fires. The footage shows firefighters advancing behind a water spray.

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What should you know about Hose Goals?

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  1. Wide spray pattern.

    DD-424-F01 · Write-up · Exhibit A (Fog)

  2. Water absorbs heat.

    DD-424-F02 · Write-up · Exhibit B (Absorption)

Video transcript: Hose Goals: A Wide Water Fog Can Shield Firefighters From Radiant Heat

Did you know? Fire hoses shield firefighters from flames by providing a continuous stream of water that absorbs heat, cools surrounding areas, and creates a protective barrier. The water spray reduces the temperature of the fire and nearby surfaces, preventing heat from radiating towards the firefighters. Additionally, the mist and steam generated by the water can displace oxygen around the fire, suppressing flames and reducing their intensity. NOW YOU KNOW!

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The write-up

A wide water fog can shield firefighters from radiant heat. The water absorbs heat as it turns to steam.

  1. Exhibit A

    Fog

    Wide spray pattern.

  2. Exhibit B

    Absorption

    Water absorbs heat.

  3. Exhibit C

    Steam

    Steam dilutes oxygen.

  4. Exhibit D

    Shield

    Blocks radiant heat.

  5. Exhibit E

    Tactics

    Advance and retreat.

Questions people ask about Hose Goals

What pattern shields crews?

Curtain.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (Fog) · Wikipedia: Fire hose

How does water absorb heat?

Evaporation.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (Absorption) · Wikipedia: Fire hose

What does steam dilute?

Smothers.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (Steam) · Wikipedia: Fire hose

What heat is blocked?

Rays.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (Shield) · Wikipedia: Fire hose

What do crews do behind it?

Approach.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Tactics) · Wikipedia: Fire hose

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  1. What pattern shields crews?

    1. Wide fog
    2. Straight jet
    3. Drip
    4. None
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    Answer: A. Wide fog Curtain. Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (Fog) · Wikipedia: Fire hose

  2. How does water absorb heat?

    1. Turning to steam
    2. Freezing
    3. Glowing
    4. Reflecting
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    Answer: A. Turning to steam Evaporation. Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (Absorption) · Wikipedia: Fire hose

  3. What does steam dilute?

    1. Oxygen
    2. Fuel
    3. Smoke
    4. Water
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    Answer: A. Oxygen Smothers. Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (Steam) · Wikipedia: Fire hose

  4. What heat is blocked?

    1. Radiant
    2. Nuclear
    3. Chemical
    4. Magnetic
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    Answer: A. Radiant Rays. Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (Shield) · Wikipedia: Fire hose

  5. What do crews do behind it?

    1. Advance
    2. Sleep
    3. Cook
    4. Paint
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    Answer: A. Advance Approach. Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Tactics) · Wikipedia: Fire hose

Cite this case file

Easterling, Marcus. "Hose Goals." The Detail Department (DetailEnjoyer), case file DD-424, last updated Dec 14, 2024. https://detailenjoyer.com/case/hose-goals/

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