Firefighting Training

Firefighters in training, equipped with protective gear and hoses. The images depict scenes of teamwork and urgency in emergency response situations.

Firefighter in Doorway of Smoke-filled Building

ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 5, 2016) Sailors assigned to the amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19) receive pallets of supplies from the fleet replenishment oiler USNS Patuxent (T-AO 201) during an underway replenishment. Mesa Verde is underway in preparation to support humanitarian assistance and disaster relief efforts in Haiti in response to hurricane Matthew.

220921-N-LK647-0187 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Sept. 21, 2022) Sailors aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60) use a Naval Firefighting Thermal Imager during the capstone exercise for Surface Warfare Advanced Tactical Training (SWATT). Normandy is underway as part of the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group conducting SWATT exercises to increase lethality, ensure combat readiness, and promote tactical innovation. SWATT is led by the Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center, whose mission is to increase the tactical proficiency and lethality of the surface force.

JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. - U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Bryan Senecal, 633d Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, stares down the flames engulfing the small aircraft trainer during a fire exercise at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, Oct. 13, 2022. As a fire chief, it is critical that Senecal understands the true dangers of fire to ensure the safety of his crew while leading his team as they battle the flames.

In a dynamic display of synchronized teamwork, firefighters hustle to carry, connect, and deploy firefighting hoses with precision, showcasing their intensive training and readiness for challenging and high-risk situations ahead. . In a dynamic display of synchronized teamwork, firefighters hustle to carry, connect, and deploy firefighting hoses with precision, showcasing their intensive training and readiness for challenging and high-risk situations ahead

NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUDA BAY, Greece (Sept. 9, 2022) Matthew Labrise, firefighter assigned to Naval Support Activity Souda Bay Fire & Emergency Services, delivers opening remarks prior to 9/11 remembrance run on Sept. 9, 2022. NSA Souda Bay is an operational ashore installation which enables and supports U.S., Allied, Coalition, and Partner nation forces to preserve security and stability in the European, African, and Central Command areas of responsibility.

The Boise Fire Department conducted hoist training with the Idaho Army National Guard's state aviation group and their Black Hawk UH-60 helicopters Nov. 3rd, 2022, and throughout the week to facilitate future readiness for domestic rescue operations. The Boise Fire Department's Swiftwater/Dive Rescue Team joins the Idaho Army National Guard biannually for helicopter hoist training.

France, Paris, Bercy, fireman at work

Firefighter looking into crashed car, view from interior

Maryland Task Force 1 (MD-TF1) and Virginia Task Force 1 (VA-TF1) of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) train during an Urban Search and Rescue Task Force exercise, at Montgomery County Airpark and Public Safety Training Academy (PSTA), Feb. 15, 2024. The training represents a new partnership for members of the D.C. National Guards Aviation Detachment, nicknamed District Dustoff, designed to improve interoperability and familiarity between partners involved in disaster response in the DMV. Air National Guard

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 786th Civil Engineer Squadron provide first-aid to injured personnel from a simulated C-130J Super Hercules aircraft crash during exercise Operation Varsity 22-3 at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, July 26, 2022. As first responders, Airmen assigned to the 786th CES Fire Department are trained to respond to fire alarms, confirmed fires, medical responses and vehicular accidents.

Anonymous fireman fighting fire with water

Intelligence Coordination Center - Miscellaneous - 26-HK-151-1. Hurricane Katrina

110219-N-2953W-109ARABIAN SEA (Feb. 19, 2011) Senior Chief Boatswain's Mate David Iverson, left, a damage control training team leader, observes Sailors fight a simulated class Charlie fire during a damage control drill aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). The Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group is deployed supporting maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

U.S. Coast Guard Fireman Juan Ayala stands by to receive orders in full battle dress during a general quarters drill aboard the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Mohawk while underway in the Atlantic Ocean, Aug. 10, 2022. Mohawk is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Africa area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests.

Portrait of Firefighter

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Stephen Gilmore, a firefighter with the 378th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron, fights a fire during training with Royal Saudi Air Force firefighters at Prince Sultan Air Base, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Aug. 24, 2022. The host nation integration firefighting and other partnership training help the USAF and RSAF forge a resolute partnership while showing potential regional aggressors PSABs capabilities and how together the sum is greater than the parts.

Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue firefighters prepare to attack a growing fire.

Fire Lt. Keith Williams demonstrates proper mask use to Col. Taona Enriquez, installation commander, during a firefighting training sessionat Hanscom Air Force Base, Mass., Sept. 8. The 66th Civil Engineering Division Fire Department hosted the leaders to demonstrate what firefighters experience during training and real-world events.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Perry Ratkovich, a 378th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, look out from the door of a KC-10 Extender aircraft, during a simulated emergency response exercise, Dec. 9, 2022, at Prince Sultan Air Base, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Firefighters and first responders assigned to the 378th ECES routinely conduct training exercises to ensure emergency response times and overall mission readiness.

NAVAL STATION ROTA, Spain (Aug. 23, 2022) Naval Station (NAVSTA) Rota Fire and Emergency Services rescue a simulated injured person during a flight line emergency drill on NAVSTA Rota, Spain, Aug. 23, 2022. Naval Station Rota sustains the fleet, enables the fighter and supports the family by conducting air operations, port operations, ensuring security and safety, assuring quality of life and providing the core services of power, water, fuel and information technology.

In a dynamic display of synchronized teamwork, firefighters hustle to carry, connect, and deploy firefighting hoses with precision, showcasing their intensive training and readiness for challenging and high-risk situations ahead In a dynamic display of synchronized teamwork, firefighters hustle to carry, connect, and deploy firefighting hoses with precision, showcasing their intensive training and readiness for challenging and high-risk situations ahead. ,model released, Symbolfoto Copyright: xZoonar.com/BENISxARAPOVICx 21754973 ,model released, Symbolfoto ,property released

221206-N-IX644-1028 TYRRHENIAN SEA (Dec. 6, 2022) Fireman Tyron Bond, left, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), checks firefighting ensemble on Damage Controlman Fireman Recruit Brianna Tarin before a fire drill, Dec. 6, 2022. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied, and partner interests.

Firefighters training

GULF OF OMAN (Nov. 26, 2013) Sailors fight a simulated fire during a general quarters drill in the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Harry S. Truman, flagship for the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group, is deployed to the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility conducting maritime security operations, supporting theater security cooperation efforts and supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.

U.S. Air Force firefighters assigned to the 6th Civil Engineer Squadron aid a simulated casualty during a Major Accident Response Exercise at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Feb. 28, 2024. MacDill emergency personnel trained to prepare for a worst-case-scenario event. Air Force

Germany, Munich, airport, fire brigade, fire fighters, protective clothing,

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - Special Rescue Operations firefighters with NASA Fire Rescue Services in the Protective Services Office at NASAs Kennedy Space Center in Florida review procedures after participating in a training exercise at the Shuttle Landing Facility. During the training simulation, firefighters used fire trucks and hoses to extinguish flames burning on and around a mock-up of a small plane. Kennedys firefighters recently achieved Pro Board Certification in aerial fire truck operations and completed vehicle extrication training using the Jaws of Life. The Protective Services Office is one step closer to achieving certification in vehicle machinery extrication and other rescue skills. Kennedys firefighters are with G4S Government Solutions Inc., on the Kennedy Protective Services Contract.

Petty Officer 1st Class Christopher Barsness, gunner's mate aboard USCGC Lawrence Lawson, helps crewmembers while they respond to a main space fire drill, January 17, 2024, while anchored at sea. The drills conducted aboard Coast Guard cutters play a crucial role in the mission, as they directly enhance operational safety.

Staff Sgt. Tatyana Howard, 8th Communications Squadron installation spectrum manager, center, participates in an obstacle course during the 8th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Prevention Week combat challenge at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 13, 2022. Fire Prevention Week has been observed annually since its inception in 1925.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Dmitriy Repnitskiy, an expeditionary firefighting and rescue specialist with Marine Wing Support Squadron 172, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, inspects another firefighters equipment during a live fire training event on Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Feb. 4, 2024. This training is organized quarterly for Marine firefighters to respond to real life firefighting scenarios. MWSS-172 was accompanied by Crash Fire Rescue Marines with Headquarters and Headquarters Support Squadron and bulk fuel specialists. Repnitskiy is a native of Ukraine. Marine Corps

Hot training in the training container

Aviation Survival Technician First Class Chad Watson searches for survivors in Fort Myers, Florida, Oct. 1, 2022. Coast Guard assets are conducting search and rescue operations in response to the damages caused by Hurricane Ian.

220104-N-FA490-1144 NAVAL BASE GUAM (Jan. 4, 2022) - Naval Base Guams Fire & Emergency Services and the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6) conducted an integrated in-port fire drill. The drill simulated a fire onboard Jackson that becomes larger than the ships force can handle and requires the assistance of the base fire department. Conducting joint drills helps to alleviate communication gaps and combine techniques necessary to assist shipboard personnel during a casualty. Attached to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 7, Jackson is on a rotational deployment to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of security and stability in the region, and to work alongside allied and partner navies to provide maritime security and stability, key pillars of a free and open Indo-Pacific.

111102-N-OD763-039ATLANTIC OCEAN (Nov. 2, 2011) Personnel Specialist 1st Class Katrina Conner helps Logistics Specialist 3rd Class Christopher Johnson don his firefighting gear during a general quarters drill aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7). Iwo Jima is participating in an integrated exercise with Amphibious Squadron (PHIBRON) 8 and 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (24th MEU).

Use of hydraulic rescue tooks or Jaws of Life in a traffic accident with a trapped person, training exercise at the open day of the Giessen police in 2010, Giessen, Hesse, Germany, Europe

Firefighters from the 422d Fire Emergency Services prepare to extinguish an aircraft fire during a live-fire training exercise at RAF Fairford, England, Oct. 3, 2022. Firefighters from the 422d FES are required to complete live-fire training bi-annually to test their overall readiness and ability to properly extinguish an aircraft fire.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Raymond Tenorio, 60th Civil Engineer Squadron fire protection specialist, poses for a photo for an Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month campaign at Travis Air Force Base, California, May 17, 2022. Tenorio is a Micronesian who was born and raised in Guam. His father is a U.S. Army veteran and most of his siblings served and are still serving in the military.

Firefighter service at work with protective gear at day. Firefighter at work with protective gear at day

030415-F-0007M-002. Base: Mcguire Air Force Base State: New Jersey (NJ) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: Air Mobility Command

U.S. Air Force fire specialists assigned to the 100th Civil Engineer Squadron gather during a chemical attack exercise at Royal Air Force Mildenhall, England, Aug. 17, 2022. The 100th CESs mission includes fire protection, emergency response and facilities engineering for RAF Mildenhall.

DART Exercise 2002 'Response to Terrorism'

060513-N-5329L-025. Base: USS Oriskany (CVA 34)

Fireman standing with an axe

Portrait of a firefighter

Portrait of a firefighter with mask

220715-N-CM110-2119 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 15, 2022) - Lt. j.g. Lauren Vernazza, right, helps Lt. j.g. Jordan Paramore don his firefighting ensemble during a general quarters drill in the hangar bay aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), July 15, 2022. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

040218-F-0870S-001. Base: Goodfellow Air Force Base State: Texas (TX) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: AETC

From left, U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Chris Rowland, crew chief, Staff Sgt. Anthony Marks, crew chief and Senior Airman Brennen Oden, firefighter, all with the 908th Civil Engineer Squadron, don their personal protective equipment, Aug. 4, 2022, at Fort Benning, Georgia. Appropriate PPE includes structural boots, pants, coat, gloves, hood, helmet, face piece, and a self-contained breathing apparatus.

U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa Commanding General Maj. Gen. Todd R. Wasmund shows the fire truck to a child after the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Camp Darby, Italy, Dec. 2, 2022.

A Pennsylvania Air National Guardsman with the 171st Air Refueling Wings Fire Emergency Services Flight keeps watch while a simulated victim is rescued from a crashed van during a large-scale readiness exercise at the base in Pittsburgh, March 12, 2023. The multi-day large-scale readiness exercise involved Guardsmen from multiple sections on base working together to build skills needed to maintain readiness.

Boatswains Mate Seaman Brendan Bailey operates a Naval Firefighting Thermal Imager while participating in a firefighting evolution during a general quarters drill aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) in Newport News, Virginia, Feb. 8, 2023. George Washington is undergoing refueling and complex overhaul (RCOH) at Newport News Shipyard. RCOH is a multi-year project performed only once during a carriers 50-year service life that includes refueling the ships two nuclear reactors, as well as significant repairs, upgrades, and modernization.

DN-SC-85-01002. Base: Washington State: District Of Columbia (DC) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Hawaii Army National Guard Soldiers assigned to 297th Engineer Firefighting Team, 103rd Troop Command participate in a joint exercise with Air Force Reserves, 624th Civil Engineer Squadron and the Marines Corps, at Marines Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, Feb. 11, 2023. This joint exercise provided training for fire-prevention and protection, aircraft-crash and rescue, natural cover-fire and hazardous material responses within theater operations.

The 165th Airlift Wing members hosted a 9/11 Memorial 5K race on September 10, 2022 at Savannah Air National Guard Base, Georgia to honor those lost as we commemorate the 21st year since the September 11, 2001 attacks. The 5k race gave the military, firefighters, and local community an opportunity to demonstrate their respect and memorialize those who were lost during the attacks on September 11, 2001. Fire fighters from Garden City and Pooler used their fire trucks to hang a large American flag at the starting/finishing line of the race.

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - Special Rescue Operations firefighters with NASA Fire Rescue Services in the Protective Services Office at NASAs Kennedy Space Center in Florida practice vehicle extrication training at an auto salvage yard near the center. Firefighters carry away the roof of the car that was removed using a special hydraulic cutting tool and reciprocating saw. Other firefighters used axes and special tools to punch through and clear away the windshield and windows. They will use the Jaws of Life to simulate the rescue of a trapped and injured person. Kennedys firefighters recently achieved Pro Board Certification in aerial fire truck operations. With the completion of vehicle extrication and Jaws of Life training, the Protective Services Office is one step closer to achieving certification in vehicle machinery extrication. Kennedys firefighters are with G4S Government Solutions Inc., on the Kennedy Protective Services Contract.

Senior Airman Jeffrey Moore, a firefighter assigned to the 380th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron, "builds" a cross dedicated to medical professionals during a 9/11 memorial ceremony, September 11, 2022, at Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates. The cross holds a stethoscope, a utility vest, a defibrillator and a folded stretcher.

Standing by their vehicle, 316th Wing Civil Engineer Squadron Airmen put on gear in preparation for an active shooter exercise at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 30, 2022. These types of exercises are typically executed four times a year at JBA to determine if installation personnel and plans are ready for wartime and deployed scenarios.

U.S. Air Force firefighters with the 156th Fire Emergency Services, perform simulated life-saving procedures on a test dummy as part of a vehicle extrication exercise at Muñiz Air National Guard Base, Carolina, Puerto Rico, Sept. 21, 2022. The training was conducted as an annual requirement for FES.

Personnel from the Alyeska Pipeline fire brigade, load a victim onto a stretcher during a civilian and military mass causality exercise at the Alyeska Pipeline in Valdez, Alaska hosted by the Alaskan Command, during exercise NORTHERN EDGE 2002. Personnel from the Alyeska Pipeline fire brigade, load a victim onto a stretcher during a civilian and military mass causality exercise at the Alyeska Pipeline in Valdez, Alaska hosted by the Alaskan Command, during exercise NORTHERN EDGE 2002.

221102-N-HG389-0097 SINGAPORE (Nov. 2, 2022) - Members of the Singapore Civil Defence Force take part in a pier-side training drill involving USNS Brunswick (T-EPF 6) at Sembawang Wharves, Nov. 2. During the training event, participants, including representatives from the Royal Navy, Royal New Zealand Navy, local auxiliary police forces, SCDF and the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, exercised how they would respond during an actual pier-side fire aboard a U.S. naval vessel.N Organizers of the training expect future drills to increase in complexity and participation.

Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) LAC. Jamie Hepworth, a firefighter, suits up during a conditioning course at Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Base Tindal, Australia, Aug 18, 2022. U.S. Marines, RAAF, and RNZAF compete together to encourage confidence, develop and share techniques, and foster strong relationships.

The 354th Civil Engineer Squadron displays firefighter turnout gear during the September 11th Remembrance Ceremony at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, September 11, 2022. The ceremony was dedicated to all the first responders, emergency medical services, firefighters and police, who gave their lives and worked to protect the victims of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.

Hot training in the training container

Emergency personnel practice medical evacuation techniques with a back board during PACEX '89. Subject Operation/Series: PACEX '89 Base: Naval Amphibious Base, Coronado State: California (CA) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Firefighters and truck

221013-N-XM133-0002 JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii (Oct. 13, 2022) Navy Region Hawaii's Federal Fire Department set up displays and informational booths at DoD Exchanges, including the Hickam and Navy Exchange at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam to support Fire Prevention Week. Fire Prevention Week is observed each year during the week of Oct. 9 in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire in 1871. This year's theme is "Fire Won't Wait. Plan Your Escape!"

040401-M-7842H-102. Base: Marine Corps Base, Camp Butler State: Okinawa Country: Japan (JPN)

An Italian air force member assigned to the ITAF honor guard, left, and a U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 31st Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department salute during the 21st Annual Italian-American Friendship Festival in Roveredo in Piano, Italy, Sept. 10, 2022. The 21st anniversary of the Friendship Festival represented a moment of solidarity and union between the Italian and American communities, in commemoration of the events of Sept. 11, 2001.

During controlled field fires, the firefighters were able to test various extinguishing methods, from the swatter to the jet pipe

Fire fighter in uniform

110517-A-S2168-002

Team Misawa participants climb down a flight of stairs during the annual 9/11 Tower Run at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 9, 2022. The 35th Civil Engineer Squadron fire and emergency services flight hosted the Tower Run in honor of the emergency responders who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001.

YOKOSUKA, Japan (Oct. 16, 2022) - Hull Technician 3rd Class Joseph Bland poses for a photograph with a Japanese visitor aboard U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) during Commander Fleet Activities Yokosukas first Friendship Day celebration since the onset of the COVID 19 pandemic. The open base event highlights the partnership between the U.S. Navy and the host nation of Japan. Blue Ridge is the oldest operational ship in the Navy and, as 7th Fleet command ship, actively works to foster relationships with allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific Region.

021213-F-3488S-075. Base: Andersen Air Base State: Guam (GU) Country: United States Of America (USA) Scene Major Command Shown: PACAF

Firefighters prepare to fight a fire in a Vermont snowstorm at night.

Aberdeen Proving Grounds firefighters remove a pilot from a UH-60 Blackhawk during a downed aircraft exercise at Aberdeen Proving Ground - Edgewood Area on July 29, 2022. The exercise is a quarterly joint agency training opportunity which allowed the Maryland Army National Guard to work with law enforcement and first responder agencies that would respond in the event of a downed aircraft.

Firefighters from the Carlsberg and Hettenleidelheim fire department performed an extraction demonstration during an 86th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Prevention Week open house at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Oct. 22, 2022. The demonstration was one of several educational opportunities during the open house for RAB and host nation families.

Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge - New Orleans Flood Operations - 26-HK-397-79. Hurricane Katrina

230329-N-SK738-2038 TYRRHENIAN SEA (March 29, 2023) Damage Controlman 2nd Class Kassidy Scriber, left, helps Damage Controlman 3rd Class Kristen Shriner put on firefighting gear, both assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), during import emergency team training, March 29, 2023. The George H.W. Bush Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed by U.S. Sixth Fleet to defend U.S., allied and partner interests.

U.S. Marine Corps firefighters with aircraft recovery and firefighting, Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 273, Marine Air Control Group 28, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, extract a simulated casualty from an overturned vehicle at Guardian Center, Nov. 7, 2022. Marines with MWSS-273 exercised their proficiency with various tools and their ability to extract casualties from damaged and overturned vehicles.

Firefighter, man and climbing ladder for emergency operation, service or rescue with equipment. Fireman person with helmet, jacket and gear protection getting on truck for firefighting at station

STAFF SGT. Randy Fitzpatrick of the 90th CES/CEF places AIRMAN Sean Hass of the 90th transportation squadron on a stretcher before carrying him to the decontamination area. AIRMAN Hass was overcome by toxic fumes in a chemical spill exercise at the base HAZMAT building. The Inspector General Team tested the ability of the base to respond to battle conditions, power outages, mobility deployments, aircraft and automobile accidents, hostage situations, bomb threats, armed robberies, terrorism, and communication problems. Subject Operation/Series: Operational Readiness Inspection, 90th Space Wing, 11-25 Mar Base: Francis E. Warren Air Force Base State: Wyoming (WY) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Marine Safety Unit Baton Rouge - MSO St. Louis Operations - 26-HK-389-97. Hurricane Katrina

Firemen laying out gear on grass

030709-F-5586B-002. Subject Operation/Series: IRAQI FREEDOM Base: Baghdad International Airport Country: Iraq (IRQ)

NIGERIEN AIR BASE 201, Niger - A member of the 724th Expeditionary Air Base Squadron Fire and Emergency Services Flight completes a structural live fire training at Nigerien Air Base 201, Niger, Sept. 3, 2022. The live fire training is an annual career field training requirement. The flight also used this training as an opportunity to complete practicals for Airmen enrolled in driver/operator and fire officer training.

A firefighter from the 422d Fire Emergency Services extinguishes an aircraft fire during a live-fire training exercise at RAF Fairford, England, Oct. 3, 2022. Firefighters from the 422d FES are required to complete live-fire training bi-annually to test their overall readiness and ability to properly extinguish an aircraft fire.

Firefighters from the 507th Civil Engineer Squadron put out a practice fire Sept. 10, 2022, at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma. Airmen practiced putting out multiple types of fires, including interior and exterior fires.

020508-F-9032T-013. Base: RAF Lakenheath State: East Anglia Country: England / Great Britain (ENG)

U.S Marines with 3d Marine Littoral Regiment conduct a Joint Air-Ground Task Force demonstration with the support of Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 268 as part of the 2022 Kaneohe Bay Air Show, Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Aug. 12, 2022. The air show provided an opportunity to demonstrate the capabilities of a Joint Force in the Indo-Pacific Region. The Kaneohe Bay Air Show, which contained aerial performances, static displays, demonstrations and venders, was designed to express MCBHs appreciation to the residents of Hawaii and their continued support of the installation. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Christian Tofteroo)

Members of the Oregon National Guard's CBRNE Enhanced Response Force Package (CERFP)Search and Extraction Team assist a simulated casualty out of a rubble pile during Vigilant Guard-Makani Pahili 2015 exercise, June 5, at Bellows Air Force Station, Hawaii. More than 2,200 National Guardsman, active duty service members, and civilian personnel are participating in the U.S. Northern Command and National Guard Bureau-sponsored disaster preparedness exercise with Hawaii's Makani Pahili hurricane readiness and response training.

From left to right, U.S. Army Garrison Italy firefighters Mr. Giovanni Fattore, Mr. Marco Pranovi, Mr. Nicola Gechele, Mr. Federico Croce and Mr. Christian Zulian pose in a group pictures in front of the Fire Station on Caserma derle at Vicenza, Italy, Apr. 27, 2022.

of 4