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Originally Posted by downeaster
That unit was on call whether sitting at the fire station, having lunch, buying groceries or parked in front of her house. It is my understanding these crews are on for extended time. During this time they cook their own meals so that would require buying groceries.
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Fireboy used to works shifts of 24 to 48 hours. They eat and sleep at the Fire Hall and must be prepared to wake from a sound sleep and leap into action.
I've had an emergency in the middle of the night with my dad. Let me tell you, there is nothing more comforting than hearing the sound of those Firefighters' boots pounding up the stairs.
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