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I just couldn't get over how the firefighters seemed to go to work on their various tasks at a steady and efficient pace. No one was running, yelling, freaking out, or even yard breathing. Hoselines were being pulled, guys were masking up, ladders were being thrown, and the job was getting done. Almost like it was choreographed.

The quote “A lot of Guys Think This Won’t Happen To Them” was made by Houston Captain Abbt. Captain Abbt was trapped in a high rise fire for over 18 minutes after calling MAYDAY while attempting rescue of trapped victims. ...

Update: Apparently, I botched up this entire post (according to a comment). I linked to the wrong department and the video is from 2004 as I am told now. And here is the proper link for the Berlin Feuerwehr. Ok, ...