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- 4. to set something on fire or cause it to catch fire.
- 5. a communication device used by firefighters to coordinate efforts and share information.
- 6. rights, the legal rights that must be read to a person in custody, including the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney.
- 7. a trained medical professional who provides advanced life support in emergency situations.
- 11. a formal accusation that initiates a criminal case, often issued by a grand jury.
- 13. a fire deliberately set to impede the progress of an approaching wildfire by consuming its fuel.
- 15. the main office or base of operations for a fire department.
- 16. a strong, heat-resistant synthetic fiber often used in firefighting gear.
- 17. courage and bravery exhibited, especially in the face of danger, often recognized with awards.
- 20. a breed of dog historically associated with firehouses, known for its intelligence and agility.
- 21. a measure of the degree of heat present, crucial in firefighting for assessing fire conditions.
- 23. a one-piece garment worn by firefighters for protection.
- 25. a person who provides information to authorities about criminal activities.
- 26. an extremely intense and uncontrollable fire.
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- 1. a vital element necessary for combustion and the sustenance of life.
- 2. someone who sees or experiences a fire event and can provide information.
- 3. a lesser criminal offense typically punishable by fines or less than a year in jail.
- 8. a ranking officer in a fire department, often responsible for overseeing specific operations or personnel.
- 9. a substance used to aid the ignition and intensify the burning of a fire.
- 10. an intense, widespread fire that creates its own wind system and can be extremely difficult to control.
- 12. the specific objectives or tasks assigned to a firefighting team.
- 14. a senior officer in a fire department responsible for leading and managing a specific group of firefighters.
- 18. a measuring instrument, such as a pressure or temperature gauge, used to assess various conditions in firefighting.
- 19. a device used for reaching heights, typically in firefighting to access higher floors or rescue people.
- 22. small, glowing pieces of wood or coal that remain after a fire.
- 24. the visible suspension of particles in the air produced by a fire.