If a car is parked in front of a fire hydrant, why do firefighters smash the windows? Wouldn't it be easier to just put the hose over or around the car? -
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Firefighters Break Windows Of Illegally Parked Car To Battle Garage Fire In Strawberry Mansion - CBS Philadelphia
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California firefighters demonstrate hazards of parking in front of a fire hydrant following viral Facebook post - 6abc Philadelphia
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Anaheim Fire & Rescue, which broke through car windows, shows why hydrant access is key - Behind the Badge
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⭐️ MUST SEE ⭐️ Fire Hose Thru Car Window at FDNY Manhattan 10-75 Box 1279 Fire on the 3rd Floor - YouTube
If a car is parked in front of a fire hydrant, why do firefighters smash the windows? Wouldn't it be easier to just put the hose over or around the car? -
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Car With Smashed Windows Yet Another Example Of Why You Don't Park In Front Of Fire Hydrants – Consumerist
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California firefighters remind drivers not to park in front of fire hydrants - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
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