TX Firefighters Staying Cooler with 'Airflow' Gear

Austin firefighters are staying cooler in extreme heat conditions with "Airflow" padding that provides more space between their backs and air tanks.
July 20, 2018

Austin firefighters are staying cooler in extreme heat conditions with "Airflow" padding that provides more space between their backs and air tanks.

The gap helps make their turnout gear more breathable and keeps their core body temperatures down.

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