Live Burns 6/24

Pictures from Sunday's Live Burns. This was the fourth day of live fire training for CHFD members this week.

Another Night of Live Fire Training 6/21/07

Members practice vertical ventilation tactics while working in close conjunction with interior engine companies. (roof ladders in position and no, they aren't standing in the fire)


Demonstration of effective vertical ventilation scenario. Truck opens up, gas/heat escape allowing interior crews to make an aggressive push suppressing the seat of the advancing fire.

Live Fire Training 6/19/07

CHFD members participated in live fire training evolutions at the acquired structure on Dr. Foote Rd. Members practiced engine and truck company evolutions with emphasis on hose line placement and coordinated ventilation tactics. This 'real life' training is essential for keeping our members battle ready to do the job and we are averaging 2o hrs of such evolutions per month. Thanks to all who came out to help (Glastonbury, Salem, Yantic) and great job again everyone. No injuries. More burns scheduled for Thursday and Sunday.

9 Firefighters Killed in SC

Keep our brothers down south in your thoughts...

CHFD Assists OLFD FF1 Class

CHFD assisted the Old Lyme FD FF1 class today with their live burns in Glastonbury and even extended some hospitality by enviting the class back to Station 28 for lunch. Good job today students!

Rt 2 MVAs 6/16/07