"Some kids see a fire engine racing down the street with its sirens blasting and lights flashing and think about how exciting it is. But most people have no idea what it takes to become a firefighter. This volume describes the training firefighters must undergo to learn how to fight fires and rescue people. Readers will learn the tough roles firefighters must fill in different types of emergencies. They'll hear about the dangers of firefighting and how firefighters teach the community to stay safe. Images of firefighters at work and the important trucks and equipment they use will pull would-be rescuers into this book"--Provided by publisher.
