Three things are certain in Southern California: the beaches are nice, the sky is blue, and fire season happens every year.
For locals and those who know, Fall in Southern California doesn’t officially start until the trees are burning. Every year, without missing a beat, acres of land and dozens of neighborhoods are put on notice for dangerous fires that need to be put out. In those times of crisis, you better hope your town’s firefighters have the right equipment to do their jobs and come to your rescue.
ASJ Hose is one of the area’s most trusted providers in the area — from fire hoses and nozzles to clappers and specialty items, they have everything a fire department needs. Read on to learn more about natural fires in SoCal and how ASJ Hose can help.
Why does SoCal get so many fires?
For a long time now, almost since the beginning of times, fires have been a natural fact of Southern California. In recent years, however, the region has seen some of the worst outbursts recorded in recent times — the Dixie fire in 2021, for example, burned 1 million acres by itself.
The main reason behind these fires is the extreme drought afflicting the area. The drought is sucking up moisture from plants and trees, making them highly flammable and susceptible to fires. Increases in temperature also allow the fires to spread easily and burn longer.
What do firefighters do?
When people think of firefighters, they usually picture them sliding down a pole and rushing to a burning house. In Southern California, firefighters also typically head to the woods and try to put out fires.
Firefighters typically rely on lakes and other reservoirs for water. They typically fly helicopters with large buckets that they dip into the water. They also rely on other creative strategies to haul water, specially during times of drought when lakes are at low levels. As you can imagine, firefighters rely on crucial equipment to help them transport water to the places where it is needed.
Where does ASJ Hose come in?
ASJ Industrial Hose & Fittings has over 35 years of experience providing fire supply products in the area. They are particularly experienced in preventing fires in residential areas. For example, they provide the construction industry with all the necessary products to install fire hoses in compliance with safety and building code regulations.
If you would like to place an order or just receive more information, give them a call today: (951) 735-1351
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