Small House, Heavy Fire, Quick Knock • Yosemite Street, Stockton, California

Go in and put the fire out.
On October 25th, 2019, Stockton Firefighters responded to reports of a fire on Yosemite cross of Sonora. Engine 2, Battalion 1, and Operator 1 responded from down the street- and arrived on scene quickly of a single story, single family dwelling with heavy fire showing out back windows on the Delta side of the structure. Engine 2 gives a radio size-up and goes to work. Battalion 1 is immediately behind and assumes Command. Operator 1 is a clerical position responsible for the day-to-day staffing of the department (as well as dozens of other tasks); and is in charge of Accountability on fires as well as filling other non-IDHL ICS roles.
Firefighters worked quickly to knock the fire down and search the house for any trapped or downed citizens. Crews found no one in the house, and turned their efforts to extinguishing the fire that had extended into the attic space. Truck crews arrived on scene and provided vertical ventilation. Firefighters transitioned into overhaul to ensure all burning materials were thoroughly extinguished. No injuries were reported.
The fire was put 'under control' within 12 minutes- from the first 9-1-1 call to the blaze being 'knocked down' (this includes alerting and responding time). Stockton Firefighters believe that a contained, uninterrupted fire has the potential to double in size every 60 seconds. We believe that an aggressive interior attack is the best chance to save life and property.
FYI about this particular video: On the only day this year, Engine 2 happen to have a four person staffed Engine due to a training opportunity for a 'junior operator.' Upon arriving on scene, the four person crew work incredibly efficiently to advance hose into the fire and extinguish the blaze. (This was a glorious throw-back to before staffing-cuts in 2011, when all Stockton Fire Engines were staffed with four). Due to the fire's location close to the firehouse, Engine 2 was on scene for minutes 'alone' before other apparatus arrived- which is not usually the case. Despite being on scene as the only Engine, the crew was able to work extremely efficiently and put the fire out as other units arrived. It happen to also be the first 48 hour set that a previously seasoned Engineer was riding as a newly-promoted Captain. His first size-up is cool, calm, and collected. Well done.
We thank you for your views, support, feedback, and comments. Comments that contain profanity, incite controversy, or are intended to 'troll' will be deleted. We can not express enough that this video is intended to educate the public on what Stockton Firefighters must encounter- not host a platform for people to argue about personal issues or the fire service. We reserve the right to delete comments as we see fit.
The Stockton Fire Department consists of 12 firehouses that protect 350,000 people. Stockton Firefighters are on pace to respond to 53,000 emergencies in 2019. This includes an average of at least one working structure fire a day.
We are proud to serve and protect the citizens and City of Stockton, California.

[@Kukenheimer35]

“Truck 4 you can cancel, truck 2 will take the assignment” Truck 4 - 😐

[@MrCheckitout123]

engineer gets to squirt water. nope denied.

[@logan8684]

yk they were pissed

[@brucebaugh47]

Marvelous fire attack execution. This could be a training film for other departments. The captions alone are worth the watch.

[@mikepaz4870]

SWEET.... Its sad that politicians decreased companies size down to 3 ! This is a prime example of why 4 FF ‘s should be the standard. The first due Engine was amazing , without communication they pro actively anticipated needs and made them happen ie Attic Ladder , Water Supply and humping hose on the porch. Congratulations to the “ new “ Captain and to the two “ probies “.

[@themightysquid]

Excellent Chauffer work. He established the water source first and then went to assist at the door. Crew got to work, everyone with a purpose, for a quick KD. They certainly look like they’ve done this before! Great job!

[@chrishylton3080]

I lived in Stockton for 10 years while stationed in the Coast Guard in Alameda. I lived by, and watched them build Station #1 on Fresno Avenue. Looks like it's no longer in use. Budget cuts probably. Too bad for the fire department, and for the nearby residents. Despite it's issues I thought Stockton was a great place to live! Good job SFD!!

[@Cashcrop54]

Excellent job! Everyone knows their job and does it quickly and professionally. Must be a great place to be a firefighter! Stay safe! 🚒🇺🇸

[@bunker108]

Best helmet cam vids on the internet! Great job and keep up the good work!!!

[@patrickober2680]

Best firecrew Channel on The net contragulation from Paris !!! Don't Ever think stoping this thank you for Very helpfull comments

[@bradyruysschaert5573]

I love how this video shows what an engineer does outside the fire. They do work! - (thank you from the guys inside)

[@justind202]

Yall make amazing videos and I love being able to objectively look at each fire for training tips and awesome ways of fighting fire

[@fireapple2415]

Excellent job boys!!!! Great communication and the Driver of the attack engine did a hell of a job!!!!!

[@MihaSinkovec1981]

I've learnt so much watching your videos. Hats off to all responsible for the filming and providing explanations! And good luck to all firefighters!

[@gervanwilliams1409]

Excellent video with information. You know your stuff. I watched it a second time because there was so much good information. 12 minutes knockdown with precision.

[@JawTooth]

At 6:45 I swear I could smell the smoke. That was a fast knock down. Our dept has to cover areas as far as ten miles away.

[@choprox01]

always impressed by these dudes

[@jed-henrywitkowski6470]

Great video. Thank you for the break down of the steps involved here.

[@davidweston6653]

Doesn’t get any better, both the fireground and the video presentation. Always look forward to Stockton Fire videos. Keep it up!

[@jaydoubleu9618]

Great work! Always love seeing the Stockton boys at work, stay safe out there.

[@lvthud]

It really is amazing the difference between the Stockton crews and other towns/cities.

[@dakota5571]

Love your videos , I find them extremely educational and Inspirational. I just finished Paramedic school and am going to the Chicago fire academy this spring, my goal is to be as good as your department one day. Keep up the good work.

[@leightongalleries6057]

The world can learn many, many lessons from the Stockton crews. Fast, efficient, and professional. I suggest sooner than later.

[@1bummerdude]

Well done. Good work. It's quite refreshing to see a well managed fire scene on here. Most of what I see leaves me yelling at the monitor due to complete ignorance and lack of training that an alarming number of departments experience on scene.

[@briangary1997]

More great work by Stockton. You guys are doing awesome things.

[@mikepetrosky6227]

Awesome work SFD !!! You folks are doing great work for your community, keep up the great work !! Stay Safe Brothers.

[@shaungrech137]

Great work, Thank You Stockton Fire Fighter's.

[@johnmcclellan4791]

Enjoy watching .retired New Jersey firefighter 30 years retirement is great.born in Stockton (French camp )California in 1950❤️🇺🇸 living on the wrong coast

[@simpleman3674]

Quick search, quick water, clear concise size up and orders from command. Well done very competent district and group

[@robertgraham7245]

Great video! Love the captions!

[@jackh577]

Well played!! Many could learn a lot from this well done job!

[@davidweston6653]

That’s one busy engineer

[@gingerbread6614]

No matter the size of the fire your great. Thank you

[@OnLocation1]

2:02 has soon as that door opens that smoke just starts rolling! + 3:00 I say good work by putting the chair in front of the door to keep it open for some ventilation!

[@davidh807]

It's not only for ventilation, but it helps to make it easier for them to pull the hose in. It catches under the door and stops it dead.

[@retireeslife4013]

Use caution big openings create flow paths. That has been the cause of several ff deaths over the years. Control to openings. Great job fast attack .

[@engine2truck6]

Door open is better than door closed in this case BY FAR.

[@retireeslife4013]

@@engine2truck6 I didn't say every time I said use caution. Big difference. Plus I did say great job. Alot of young off watch these videos so it's a tool to use and keep in mind.

[@engine2truck6]

@@retireeslife4013 Agreed!

[@THATFOODGUYTYLER]

Some of the fastest knockdown I’ve seen. Jesus Christ. Good shit.

[@Sonic-sh2vh]

Impressive Department.

[@redveiner]

Stockton F. D. is big time "Gung Ho" (work together). The 82nd Airborne of Firefighters !!

[@renizzz3999]

bad ass! solid work as always

[@robismod]

Enjoyed the commentary at screen bottom...though sad that fires have to occur, firefighting is a fascinating occupation, and somewhat of an “art” when done well. 😊

[@chriswells1947]

Very impressed with how these guys work together, very aggressive attract , these guys obviously get a lot of fire . I’m retired and miss the first in feeling . Still dream about it

[@cullenhastings9921]

that engineer goes to work!!!

[@iamReddington]

Awesome job!

[@paulhammerich9244]

Great job Stockton nice quick aggressive knock down. Textbook example

[@MichCo.]

Just commenting to get the 100 full. Nice videos👌🏻

[@tinderbox218]

Poor little cute house. Someone lived comfy there with their rocking chair and wind chimes 😥❤️

[@brandonseyfried1251]

Another good knock, fellas.

[@rjrestorationstation4402]

Great job

[@Me-gt7oy]

Stockton, Ca. East coast fire dept. on the west coast. Much respect .

[@DanielLopez-nf4zd]

The best

[@overthebridgefiremedia]

Great knock guyd

[@flordad1]

Professional fire department. The second line was overkill for a house this size and the amount of fire load. 1st in Driver kicked some butt.

[@ForYourConsideration]

Great hustle.

[@KeJuan-918]

Great job! Way to work fellas! But I would of like to see yall put a roof ladder with hooks for safety! But other than that great knock down!

[@marklickfeld6477]

Nice knock boys, Stay Safe

[@skiqsr]

Growing up im Michigan my folks had a house built in 1978. The builder always used two 1/2" gypsum board on all the ceilings. To bad others didn't.

[@bulkbogan4320]

they stockton slapped this fire!

[@beardedbaptist4158]

MORE VIDEOS PLEASE!

[@murrayhall908]

Excellent video explaining clearly what is being done and why. Sadly all call outs are not so well executed with delays in cconnection and knocking down the fire(s). That said, these are brave men and women who protect our properties. Many thanks

[@michealmassaglia6002]

Fast work.

[@adamfink8990]

solid

[@victorvasquez2788]

Boy's in Black always Rocking!!! And Folks that's how it's Done!!!!

[@kylekeough3282]

Nice attack on fire and good coordination getting that line in service, even though the smoke changed color they still had fire in the attic space, someone should be controlling that front door keeping flow path limited

[@engine2truck6]

He did control the flow path. Once the attack was under way he propped the door OPEN. Right thing to do.

[@gusbailey68]

Okay, I'm an observer, not an operator, but; for the vent crew, two inquiries: 1) Good that the saw started, but I've heard it's better to start on the ground and carry (idle) running. 2) Is traversing the roof without sounding a reasonably acceptable procedure. I realize I sound like armchair firefighting, but I'm honestly curious regarding the significance of what I've read in the past.

[@engine2truck6]

Flat roof- sounding mandatory Pitched roof - rarely useful at the ridge line.

[@gusbailey68]

@@engine2truck6 Fair enough, thanks for the feedback.

[@medic12961]

Have a question when leaving the station who leaves first the truck or engine

[@randallbanks1589]

Excellent job. Being a big fan of the TV show "Emergency" I've wondered what does "Overhaul" mean? Thanks

[@kylepeck602]

Randall Banks overhaul refers to cleaning up the scene and cooling down any areas that could relight the fire

[@hankgs]

Bread and butter fire- Nice work. Engineer needs to don his PPE like everyone else though, you NEVER know what may be required...

[@walteralter9061]

An idea to kick around - getting onto a ladder in roof access can be clumsy and awkward swinging a leg around a ladder that can slide laterally when weight is transferred onto it or when fully extended and nothing to hang onto with the top rung at the roof line. This can be a bit daunting if the roof has a steep pitch and footing is borderline secure. If I had a bit of free time at the station house, I'd be working to create a ladder with snap in extensions to both side rails on the fly section of about 3' - 4' so that the vent crew can back onto the first step between handholds on both sides. I've used such a system and the increase in security and confidence in getting off the roof in both a routine manner and in a hurry is pretty dang high.

[@rpierce62]

The Stockton FD is an example of how all agencies should attack. No BS just heads up attack work. Seen too many videos of crews arriving and donning SBCA for minutes. 5 minutes to charge lines. Stockton is the gold standard.

[@nebraskaninkansas347]

I can only imagine how hard it is to pull a ceiling down in those conditions. I've pulled mine down in my house for renovation and it is tiring for me. All while I'm not in that high a heat conditions, wearing all that gear, and zero visibility.

[@matthewryan8791]

Great work. What do the different colors on the helmets signify?

[@djohn3008]

Rank

[@chrisgoldberg6375]

Matthew Ryan should be rank

[@stocktonfirehistoryorigina494]

Black Lid = Firefighter Red Lid = Captain White Lid = Chief White & Red Lid = Truckie

[@matthewryan8791]

StocktonFireHistory Originals thank you. It was the white and red lid that had me wondering

[@MattFFEMT]

@@matthewryan8791 The white and red is mainly a West Coast thing

[@DodgeDump]

one of them didnt have their BA on all the way lol he was goin too quick and thought he would miss the action

[@greyman686]

Which one was that?

[@realetreasures6443]

Do you know what the probable cause of the fire was? Being in insurance loss control, I'm always interested in the origins of fires.

[@Johnny64ism]

my Guess would be the Air conditioner may have been a factor IE to small of an extension cord or over loaded outlet

[@jimratliff2753]

Show me a Fire Department that puts water on fire as fast, accurate and effectively as SFD - right, you can't.

[@co-defendant3577]

What is the "Operator"?

[@GabrielTobing]

Is it bad to want more of these videos because they come from the expense of people's property?

[@larrykeene4733]

An ex girlfriend of mine got really pissed at me for saying that the next time a car caught on fire I would like to be there to watch it. Car fires are impressive. She was pissed. "You want someone's car to catch fire?" Noooo. Car fires happen. I'm not wanting someone's car to catch fire, but when one does, and it will, I'd like to be there. So I don't see you wanting someone's house to catch fire, but would love to see these guy's video of it when they put it out. These are some of the most professional videos I've seen on here. Stockton does a great job.

[@Ferrdl01]

Did you make a new KZbin channel or just haven’t posted lately?

[@DanielHernandez-vt9fc]

READ🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 I’m on my last year of High school and I will pursue a career as a firefighter. I’ve been watching these videos for a while and this all seems complicated to me. Everything the dispatcher and battalion chief are talking about sounds complicated. In the fire academy, will you learn all this “alarm 2 and A Side B Side stuff”?? Or where would I learn all this codes and stuff they are saying? Any help and advice would be very appreciated. ❤️

[@marklickfeld6477]

You absolutely will. Be ready, eager, stay sharp and be prepared for alot of studying for successful accomplishment of your goal. It is without a doubt The Greatest Job in the World, never to be taken for granted. Best of luck

[@ProfessorFatMan]

Yeah you'll most likely learn all this in the academy. No need to stress if you dont understand any of it now. When the time comes just make sure to ask questions.

[@markkoranjr6426]

You’ll learn all the nomenclature in school. Best advice is keep your ears open and mouth closed. The instructors are there to help you succeed and will do everything they can to answer any questions you have regarding how to properly and safely do your job.

[@rpalatino1]

Much respect for SFD. But... There is alot that could be better. Hopefully we all learned from the Fresno FF falling through the roof, that we must sound the roof before walking on it.

[@DanielHernandez-vt9fc]

I’m in my last year of HS and I will be pursuing a career in firefighter after u graduate. I’m worried that I’m “not in shape”. In the fire acadamy application it say I need to run 3 miles in 20 min and 100 pushups in 5 min etc. I can only do 1 or 3 push-ups. But I see that there are some firefighters (like in this video) that are not “in shape”. Idk what advice or answers you guys can give me. Anything can help me. I’m just worried that I’m not in shape cus in the fire academy I’m going to, it shows the instructors shouting like in the army etc

[@ridepowpow7218]

Daniel Hernandez start getting in shape now! Work out everyday like your life depend’s on it.. because it will.

[@craigneyman4279]

It's always these guys do a great job oh, but I always wonder when I watch videos the engineer feels they do not need to have PPE on and I just don't get it. I hope it doesn't take somebody to get hurt to change that policy of no PPE on for the engineer.

[@lastmanstandinggetsnopity]

209!

[@jedoberlitner9322]

Anyone else see the dude roll in primary with no hood?

[@daveskritterkingdom]

I sure did, we've all done things like that a time or two ourselves LOL. Not a big fan of the AO not having gear on either, especially when he's in the doorway. But Stockton does a great just with the resources they have. Love these videos.

[@oscarlundberg3458]

You should try out the Cobra cold cut system, very effective for fires in attic!

[@carlmayo7650]

Can't imagine anything more difficult than trying to maintain balance on a steep roof while holding a high pressure hose like that. Probably useful in other apps but not on roofs . In my humble opinion.

[@oscarlundberg3458]

Carl Mayo That’s what you have the ladder for :)

[@christopher8k]

3:47 you can see the burning AC

[@christopher8k]

I'd guess, that the might've caused the fire. It could also have been burning due to the fire inside

[@artitslh0029]

Why do you have to cut the roof too?

[@CoTreyLoZ]

Ventilation...it tells you what and why through the whole video.

[@artitslh0029]

@@CoTreyLoZ Yes, I want Thailand to be like Khun Bang. Firefighters in Thailand are also good at it. But I personally like the American fire department.

[@CoTreyLoZ]

@@artitslh0029 Wth?

[@artitslh0029]

I love I like America's firefighters. The work of American firefighters Better than Thailand

[@enriqueburke7637]

What’s up with the pistol grips

[@markkoranjr6426]

Makes pulling a line far easier, we use them too. Also seems to make controlling the nozzle less tiring as well.

[@engine2truck6]

He’s got real potential as a Nozzleman! He will find that usually it is easier to make your way toward the seat and set up before the line is charged. I realize the Academy teaches the “bleed the charged line, then enter”, but in practicality the line bleed is USELESS, and an uncharged line is a lot easier to manuever. He had NO HESITATION though. Bravo, Brother! Stay safe.

[@Dbth4455]

Engine2Truck6 The bleeding of the primary line is not “useless”, but rather “necessary” to ensure proper nozzle reaction and GPM flow, as well as to eliminate kinks as the fire attack team is assembled. Also...Never advance an uncharged hoseline “As the first line goes, the fire goes.”

[@engine2truck6]

@@Dbth4455 Having done this about 500 times....Its useless.

[@CSAFD]

Hmmm good use of a roof ladder during venting.......really??

[@AlaskaInMotion]

at 6:25, does the 2nd truck guy have a hood?

[@Cthippo1]

Some of the old school firefighters don't wear them because it interferes with their perception of heat levels in the space. Basically you're trading increased risk of getting burned for better situational awareness.

[@AlaskaInMotion]

@@Cthippo1 Makes sense, thanks

[@FloridaCatholicGuy]

Cthippo1 you have an increased chance of getting burned by not wearing a hood.

[@davidcellissr8154]

K