Video Highlights Dangers of Fire Smoke Exposure for Firefighters

Firefighters operate a hose stream at a fire.

RAE Systems recently shared a video containing insight on the Toxic Twins, HCN and CO, with firefighter feedback from around the U.S.

Chief Bobby Halton

In addition to John Mittendorf and Mike Gagliano, among those featured was Fire Engineering Editor in Chief Bobby Halton, who offered his expertise on the lethal nature of fire smoke.

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