Air Firemen In Western States Train And Parachute Into Forest Fire

The video tutorial covers the training and duties of parachute jumping forest rangers and air firemen. It highlights their readiness for the fire season in several U.S. states, their role in suppressing major fires, and the efficiency improvements in firefighting response times. The video also discusses the volunteers for parachute duty, the air patrols, and the equipment used by jumpers.

Which states are mentioned as being part of the danger season for air firemen?

• Colorado, California, Oregon

• Texas, Nevada, Utah

• New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania

• Florida, Georgia, Alabama

What was the previous time taken to reach a fire before the introduction of parachute duty?

• Three days

• Two days

• Four days

• One day

What is the main advantage of the new air patrol system?

• It increases the number of available firefighters.

• It allows for more accurate weather predictions.

• It reduces the time to respond to fires.

• It provides better training for new recruits.

How many jumps did the parachute jumpers complete in one year?

• 750

• 1500

• 500

• 1000

What is included in the equipment carried by the jumpers?

• A 40 mile range communications radio

• A 10 mile range communications radio

• A 20 mile range communications radio

• A 30 mile range communications radio