26/08/2026
🚒💧 Moving water further, keeping pressure where we need it.
Last night our crews got hands-on with drafting, truck-to-truck closed-circuit relay boosting, and our regular appliance and equipment checks.
Drafting allows us to draw water from static sources when hydrants or mains water aren't available, an important skill when operating in areas with limited water infrastructure.
We then worked on closed-circuit boosting, where water is fed under pressure directly from one appliance into the pump of the next. The receiving appliance boosts that supply, helping overcome pressure losses from long hose lays, friction and elevation so we can move water further while maintaining useful pressure at the fireground.
💡 The simple difference?
In an open circuit, water is delivered into a truck's tank or another static holding source, so the incoming pressure is lost. In a closed circuit, the appliances remain pressure-connected, allowing the next pump to use and boost the incoming supply.
It takes good communication and coordination between pump operators to keep everything working effectively.
We also completed our regular truck and equipment checks, making sure everything is operational, accounted for and ready for the next call.
Another productive night keeping the fundamentals sharp! 🚒
