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Blitz in London -- emergency water mains for firefighting
Blitz in London -- frequently water mains were damaged or destroyed by enemy bombing. Emergency water mains were laid, over ground, to which fire hoses could be connected. Here regular London firefighters and a senior fire officer are inspecting hose lines connected to a length of emergency main laid in a London dock. Note the pressure gauge fitted to the temporary main
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Blitz Bombing Connected Damaged Destroyed Dock Emergency Fitted Gauge Hose Hoses Hydrant Inspecting Lines Main Mains Outlet Outlets Piping Pressure Senior Temporary Firefighter Firefighters Firefighting Fireman Firemen Hydrants
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This evocative photograph captures the intensity and urgency of firefighting efforts during the Blitz in London, as seen in this image from the London Fire Brigade archives. In the chaotic aftermath of enemy bombing raids, frequently damaging or destroying water mains, emergency water mains were laid over ground as a vital response. Here, regular London firefighters and a senior fire officer are meticulously inspecting hose lines connected to a length of emergency main in a London dock. The temporary main, made of steel, is fitted with a pressure gauge to ensure an adequate water supply for firefighting. The hoses and outlets, which could be connected to the emergency main, are arranged in a neat, organized manner, underscoring the efficiency and professionalism of the fire brigade during this trying time. The image, reminiscent of the 1940s and 1940s, serves as a poignant reminder of the resilience and determination of the London Fire Brigade during the wartime Blitz.
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