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First recorded fire in America, Jamestown, VA.
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This law made sure people were using proper materials in their homes and using safe techniques
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First fire engine used in America, Boston.
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Water buckets were used to put out fires in New York
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Trumpets were used by fire captains to give their men orders. This made the order loud and clear during hectic times
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First pumper truck was used in Chicago
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First female firefighter, New York.
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First water tower developed
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The Jaws of life are used to rescure victims from mangled cars. The tools include: cutters, spreaders, door busters and rams.
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The Seattle Fire Department acquired its first thermal imaging camera in 1997, for a cost of $16,000