Firefighter

emergency response · rescue · community heroes · safety

Trained for many jobs. Firefighters don't just put out fires. They also respond to medical emergencies, car accidents, hazardous material spills, and rescue people trapped in dangerous situations.

Control and extinguish fires. Their main job is to control and put out fires before they spread and cause damage to buildings, property, and the environment around them.

First responders on scene. Firefighters arrive quickly at emergencies to help people in danger. They're trained in public safety and know how to handle crises calmly and effectively.

Preserve evidence too. When firefighters respond to emergencies, they also help protect important evidence at the scene, which can help investigators understand what happened.

Rescue from danger. Firefighters are specially trained to rescue people who are trapped in dangerous or confining situations, from burning buildings to car wrecks to other emergencies.