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There are many anecdotes of people trying to convince the firefighters that they can open the door normally, and the firefighters not letting them use the keys
by bambax 4y ago
There are many anecdotes of people trying to convince the firefighters that they can open the door normally, and the firefighters not letting them use the keys and breaking the door instead.
It can be frustrating for the homeowners but firefighters are probably trained to think that "every second counts" and damage is of course irrelevant, as the fire will destroy everything if it spreads.
But it's good that they would at least test the handle.
- Ekaros 4y agoKeys I can understand, but handle is something inexcusable. Just getting the equipment or placement to break the door must take more time.
- mlyle 4y ago> Just getting the equipment or placement to break the door must take more time Firefighters stroll up with a Halligan Hook and an 8 pound axe. Entry can be fast. Even a lot of medium-weight metal doors and frames will yield in less than 10 seconds of skilled use. Not quite as quick as the handle, but if the handle usually doesn't work...