Firefighters Practice Roof and Horizontal Ventilation Techniques

Photo by Falls Township Fire Company #1

Photo by Falls Township Fire Company #1

Photo by Falls Township Fire Company #1

Photo by Falls Township Fire Company #1

Photo by Falls Township Fire Company #1
Falls Township, Pa. — October 14 — On Tuesday, Falls Township Fire Company #1 trained with Fairless Hills Fire Department – Station 31 during an evening ventilation operations drill.
Crews reviewed roof and horizontal ventilation techniques, focusing on coordination between engine and truck companies. The hands-on session allowed firefighters to refine tactics used to release heat and smoke during structure fires.
The joint exercise reinforced teamwork and shared training standards across both departments, ensuring greater efficiency and safety during real-world responses.