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On today’s episode of the podcast, FDNY firefighter Michael Scotto breaks down what really happens inside a burning building and the tools firefighters rely on to survive. From how hot fires actually get to a firsthand 9/11 recount and life-threatening fire calls.

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Timecodes (Episode #161):
0:00 - Start
3:20 - Explaining Firefighter Lingo
9:03 - Why Fires Are More Dangerous Today
14:44 - How Hot a Fire Really Gets
18:28 - The Tools Firefighters Use
21:42 - The Evolution of Firefighter Helmets
1:02:09 - Life-Threatening Fire Story
1:05:48 - 9/11 Recount
1:24:00 - Invisible Steam

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