In early November of last year, Stockton Firefighters arrived on scene of heavy fire from a single story, single family board-up dwelling. Engine 2 initially called for a 2 1/2 inch attack line, but quickly adapted to a deck gun attack after anticipating forcible entry delays on a reinforced fence and gate. Upon arrival, the Stockton Fire Department found two structures (the main fire building and a detached garage on fire)- and kept it to just those two despite high probability of extension int

Yesterday, Lincoln Firefighters trained on forcible entry techniques. Forcible entry is a key part of fire department operations during a fire or emergency. Firefighters often need to break into commercial buildings or residential structures to gain access to the fire or to rescue occupants. Yesterday's training included: building construction, selecting and using the correct tools, forcible entry techniques on different types of doors and windows, fire flow paths, ventilation and safety. We als

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Decoding Immigration Law: Is Unauthorized Entry Criminal or Civil? ⚖️ U.S. law treats improper entry (like crossing outside a port of entry) as a misdemeanor under 8 U.S.C. §1325—punishable by fines or up to 6 months in jail for first offenses—plus potential civil penalties. Deportation itself is a civil process, while unlawful presence (e.g., visa overstay) is typically civil, not criminal. This distinction often sparks debate on enforcement and fairness. What aspects of U.S. immigration law in

Forcible Entry Friday showing how to do it and do it well. Center of gravity and letting your body utilize the force of the tool is the secret that conserves energy, maximizes force while always maintaining control, balance, and consistency. It takes reps to find your own coordination and establish kinesthetic awareness. So get those reps in as they're pennies in a jar that add up. Breach Ours. Save Theirs. #firstresponders #forcibleentry #calfire #breaching #fireacademy #firefighter #firefighte