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Concept Idea - Just Throwing it Out There; Infrared Goggle Pop Down in Hallways for Structure Fires - By Lance Winslow

By Lance Winslow

Most people who are killed in structure fires die from the smoke not the flames or fire. Generally they are overcome by the smoke and lack of oxygen as the fire takes all the oxygen and replaces the airspace with smoke. There needs to be a way to get these people out of the fire situation and structure immediately to prevent loss of life, however without good visibility one cannot see to get to a fire escape, stairway or exit.

I propose a drop… Continue

Added by Lance Winslow on January 8, 2009 at 10:41am — No Comments

Arson Neighborhood Mobile Watch Program for Summer Fire Season; Plan Ahead - By Lance Winslow

By Lance Winslow

Due to the bizarre weather patterns this winter California got pummeled with rain storms while Oregon and Washington are at a deficit. Nevada and Arizona now have deserts, which have come alive with blooming and greenness. These events are even evident from satellite photos from 100s of miles above the Earth. Even Colorado, Montana, Wyoming are a rain deficits.

The greenery in the deserts… Continue

Added by Lance Winslow on December 30, 2008 at 4:30am — No Comments

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