Fire Science Show
Fire Science Show
Wojciech Wegrzynski
208 - The basics of fire water supply with Szymon Kokot
56 minutes Posted Jul 2, 2025 at 12:00 pm.
Introduction to Water Supply Discussion
Physics of Water in Firefighting
Flow Rates and Critical Water Needs
Building Hydrants and Supply Systems
Dry vs Wet Pipe Systems
Fire Engineering and Firefighter Collaboration
Closing Thoughts on Water Supply
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Water might seem like the simplest part of firefighting – just point and spray, right? Well, as you can imagine, the reality is a bit more complex. In this conversation with veteran firefighter and CFBT instructor Szymon Kokot, we pull back the curtain on firefighting's most critical resource to reveal the intricate science and logistics behind effective fire suppression. Did you know a standard fire truck carries just 10 minutes' worth of water for a typical residential fire? Or that a wate...