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Explores how firefighters keep the public safe and why the fire station is an important part of every community. See its trucks, uniforms, protective gear and equipment. From the dispatcher to the fire chief, look at the daily lives of the people who make the fire station run smoothly.

Explains what firefighters are, looks at the fire station, trucks, firefighting tools and equipment, and safety apparel, and discusses the work of firefighters in different emergency situations.

Describes the activities of a group of fire fighters and the work they do to put out various fires.

A guide for people considering a career as a firefighter, discussing the specifics of the job; providing information about pay scales, training programs, and other topics; and including advice on financial aid, securing a job, and succeeding in the profession.

Examines the origin and history of fire trucks, looks at the parts of a modern-day fire truck and how it works, discusses what firefighters do, and describes what happens during a fire truck rescue.

Describes fire, how it is both useful and dangerous, and what can be done to protect people, animals, and the environment from many types of fires.

Presents a children's book that describes the various things that firefighters do in the course of their day including keeping the fire engines cleaned and maintained, checking their equipment, responding to fires and accidents, and teaching others about safety.