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2. Nomex - Wikipedia

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   A firefighter in Toronto, Canada wears a Nomex hood in 2007. Nomex is a trademarked term for an inherently flame-resistant fabric with meta-aramid chemistry widely used for industrial applications and fire protection equipment.

3. Anti-flash gear - Wikipedia

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   Anti-flash gear, also known simply as flash gear, is basic personal protective equipment consisting of a fire-resistant hood and fire-resistant gloves, [1] often made of Nomex. The purpose of anti-flash gear is to provide protection to the head, neck, face and hands from short-duration flame exposure and heat.

4. Station wear - Wikipedia

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   Most firefighter gear contains Nomex® and Kevlar® fibers. These revolutionary fibers work together to deliver proven protection, durability, and comfort from the inside out. Firefighters are already carrying a significant load; their turnout gear should not add to it. The firefighter mask is called SCBA

5. Bunker gear - Wikipedia

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   Bunker gear (also known as turnout gear, fire kit and incident gear [original research?]) is the personal protective equipment (PPE) used by firefighters. The term is derived from the fact that the trousers and boots are traditionally kept by the firefighters bunk at the fire station to be readily available for use.

6. Wildfire suppression equipment and personnel - Wikipedia

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   Ordinarily, all firefighters regardless of assignment, require durable fire recommended eight inch (203 mm) minimum boots, gloves, Nomex pants and shirt (typically green pants and a yellow shirt), a hard hat (sometimes full brim), Walkie-talkie, potable water, eye protection (goggles) and a fire shelter.

7. Where are mandatory evacuation orders for California ... - AOL

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   An interactive map of evacuation orders and warnings related to the Eaton Fire can be found on Cal Fire's website. The below map of evacuation zones is current as of Sunday at 7:30 p.m. ET.