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Head pressure: How the pressure of a water stream is measured. By measuring the 'breakover' point, the point where the water stream breaks apart and begins to fall back to the ground, of a stream of water aimed vertically into the air. This is typically done with a 1-inch-diameter (25 mm) hose and a fixed nozzle.
Modern above ground storm shelter. The term "tornado preparedness" refers to safety precautions made before the arrival of and during a tornado.Historically, the steps taken have varied greatly, depending on location, or time remaining before a tornado was expected.
Words with specific British English meanings that have different meanings in American and/or additional meanings common to both languages (e.g. pants, cot) are to be found at List of words having different meanings in American and British English. When such words are herein used or referenced, they are marked with the flag [DM] (different meaning).
A raccoon, trapped and frightened in an Austin, TX storm drain, is rescued by quick-thinking firefighters who crafted a makeshift ramp for its escape.
As families prepare to gather for Labor Day and children head back to schools, coronavirus cases are once again on the rise. Covid-19 hospital admissions are up more than 18% in the most recent ...
A Stokes basket as used by a fire department, with a vacuum bag to restrain the person in the litter World War I stretcher in use. A litter is a stretcher designed to be used where there are physical obstacles that impair movement, including other hazards such as, in confined spaces, on slopes or uneven terrain, or in densely forested areas.
4. Consider your dog’s bowl and bed: Your wet dog might head straight to their water bowl after a walk, so it’s easy for them to drip and splash all over the floor. To keep the area tidier ...
OSHA 1910.145 Definition: "May be used to represent a hazard level between "Caution" and "Danger," instead of the required "Caution" tag, provided that they have a signal word of "Warning," an appropriate major message, and otherwise meet the general tag criteria of paragraph (f)(4) of this section."