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title: First Due, People Trapped!
description: Join Nick, Bill Cunningham, and Frank Malta as they discuss essential considerations and initial operations for combating residential fires with people trapped. Discover what to do when help is limited and gain valuable insights into firemanship.
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# [First Due, People Trapped!](https://www.combatreadyfire.com/combat-ready-fire-training-show/first-due-people-trapped)

 Written by [Combat Ready Fire](https://www.combatreadyfire.com/combat-ready-fire-training-show/author/combat-ready-fire) | Jul 1, 2021 8:23:00 PM

This month's discussion will center around fires in residential structures with reports of people trapped. We'll essential considerations and our thoughts on the initial operations of the first arriving engine, truck, and chief. We'll talk not only about what to do when you've got plenty of help, but what to do when it's JUST YOU...

Join Nick, Bill Cunningham (Capt, Columbia Ladder 14) and Frank Malta (Batt. Chief, Frederick County MD) for another great night of firemanship.

 

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