When Battalion Chief Rick Grassel first saw six Teslas charging at a station, one thought hit him—what would I do if those were on fire? And the answer? He didn't know. That realization launched a deep dive into electric vehicle (EV) fire response, battery dangers, and the evolving challenges firefighters face on the frontline.

In this episode, Matt, Doug, Brian, and Unkie sit down with Chief Grassel to break down:
⚡ The real problem – It’s not just EVs, it’s batteries everywhere!
🔥 The dangers of thermal runaway and why EV fires don’t just go out
🚗 Extrication challenges – Cutting into high-voltage vehicles safely
🌊 The insane amount of water needed to put out an EV fire (or should we just let them burn?)
🔬 How off-market, non-UL tested batteries might be the next fire service nightmare

This is the fire service reality check you didn’t know you needed. Whether you’re in the trenches or just EV-curious, this one is a must-listen!

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In this episode ofThe Cool Fireman Podcast, we sit down withTonya Herbert fromThin Red Line Decon to talk about something every firefighter should be thinking about—decontamination. 🚿🔥

We dive into thedangers of toxic exposure,how to get PFAS out of your gear, and thereal impact of PAHs after a fire. Tonya even breaks down whichfireground position had the highest contamination readings (and the answer might surprise you 👀). Plus, she tells us all about her“Did You Decon?” sticker—a simple reminder that could save lives.

If you're serious aboutprotecting yourself, your crew, and your family from the long-term risks of the job, this is an episode youcan’t afford to miss.

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There’sno assigned seating in the firehouse… but let’s be real, we all know there is. 🚒👀

In this episode,Matt, Brian, Freddy, Unkie, and Doug dive into the unspoken rules of the firehouse, from thekitchen table hierarchy torecliner battles and even thesleeping arrangements that can make or break your shift. We break down:

🔥 The deep-rootedrespect andtradition behind where you sit.
🔥 Therookie vs. senior firefighter pecking order.
🔥 Theunwritten rules of shift change, from making your bed to not beingthat guy who sleeps past 6:45.
🔥 Assigned roles on the fire engine—whyanticipation is key to working smarter and faster.
🔥 Super Bowl predictions (because we had to).

We even get intofireground assignments,hydrant vs. tank water debates, and why you don’t mess with someone else’s bed at the station. Oh, and Doug wasdefinitely here for this episode.

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