What would one of the hottest most difficult fires to fight be? Oil field blowouts are definitely it. This dangerous hot pressurized oil driven fire tornado happened in the 1920's.
OIL FIELD BLOWOUT
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Historical Archives
DANGER NEVER ENDS
After the fire is out, the work is not done, and the danger doesn't end. Engine 16 Firefighters inspecting the remains for hotspots.
FIRE AFTERMATH
Automobiles sit in ashes after a parking lot fire in the early 1900's.
PREPARED TO RUN
Proud Los Angeles Fire Department Firefighters in front of their early 1900's steamer with three gorgeous white horses ready to respond!
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