What is Backdraft?
Backdraft according to the NFPA is:
"The explosion of heated gases that occurs when
oxygen is introduced into a space within a burning
building where the oxygen has been depleted by the
fire."
The explosion is usually caused by firefighters
trying to enter the structure in order to put the
fire out. If the firefighters do not recognize the
potential for backdraft and take the proper
precautions, serious injuring or death could occur
to them and fellow firefighters.
Many firefighters
have been injured or died in the line of duty due
to backdraft.
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