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    Soldiers Get Acquainted with Firefighting Basics [Image 7 of 8]

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    A wildland firefighter is shown in profile view carrying a fire axe (Pulaski tool) over his shoulder. He is wearing the standard yellow Nomex fire-resistant shirt and green pants that are characteristic of wildland firefighting crews. The background suggests a staging or base camp area with vehicles and trees visible.

    GLADE, OREGON, UNITED STATES

    09.08.2017

    Photo by Spc. Adeline Witherspoon      

    20th Public Affairs Detachment

    A U.S. Army Soldier assigned to 23rd Brigade Engineer Battalion, 1-2 Stryker Brigade Combat Team gets aquainted with his newest tool at Glide Base Camp, Oregon, Sept. 8th. The Soldiers, having recently arrived at camp, will begin the first part of their tactical training to support the suppression of wildfires in the Umpqua North Complex in Oregon. (U.S. Army photo by Pvt. Adeline Witherspoon, 20th Public Affairs Detachment)

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    Date Taken: 09.08.2017
    Date Posted: 09.09.2017 23:01
    Photo ID: 3751177
    VIRIN: 170908-A-YS961-250
    Resolution: 3281x4922
    Size: 5.16 MB
    Location: GLADE, OREGON, US
    Web Views: 24
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    Four individuals in matching yellow and green uniforms are using a portable hand-washing trailer at dusk or dawn. The trailer, branded with partial text reading '-Pit' and 'ng' (likely 'Pit-Stop' or similar), is illuminated by warm overhead lighting and features multiple sink stations. A sign on the trailer reads 'WASH YOUR HANDS,' and three trash cans with colored liners are placed in front of the unit.
    The image shows a group of firefighters, including at least one U.S. Forest Service Fire personnel, ascending stairs toward what appears to be a large trailer or mobile command unit. The central figure wears a black shirt reading 'U.S. Forest Service FIRE' and a white cowboy-style hat. Others nearby are wearing yellow fire-resistant Nomex shirts typical of wildland firefighters.
    A customer is receiving a plate of food from a food truck worker at dusk or evening. The food truck interior is brightly lit with warm yellow lighting, revealing a professional kitchen setup with at least two workers. The scene captures a typical street food service interaction.
    A group of individuals wearing bright yellow uniforms are seated at tables in what appears to be a mess hall or communal dining facility. The foreground subject is focused on his meal, with condiment bottles and food visible on a checkered tablecloth. The setting suggests an institutional or field dining environment.
    A group of individuals in matching olive/tan military-style t-shirts and caps are standing outdoors in a large assembly, reviewing documents and papers. The setting appears to be an outdoor briefing or operational planning session, with overcast skies and dry grass visible in the background. Multiple people are holding notebooks, printed documents, and folders, suggesting a structured informational gathering.
    A young man wearing a yellow Nomex fire-resistant shirt — standard wildland firefighter gear — carries a tool with a wooden handle and red metal head (likely a Pulaski axe) over his shoulder. He appears to be at a fire camp or staging area, with vehicles and other personnel visible in the blurred background. The hazy, smoke-tinged sky and surrounding environment are consistent with an active wildfire incident.
    A wildland firefighter is shown in profile view carrying a fire axe (Pulaski tool) over his shoulder. He is wearing the standard yellow Nomex fire-resistant shirt and green pants that are characteristic of wildland firefighting crews. The background suggests a staging or base camp area with vehicles and trees visible.
    A blonde woman with her hair pulled back is visible peering over the back of a seat on what appears to be a bus or train. She is surrounded by other passengers whose heads are visible in the foreground, partially obscuring her. Her expression appears alert or curious as she looks forward.

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    National Park Service
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    I Corps
    Forest Fire
    20th public affairs detachment
    1-2 SBCT
    Umqua North Complex
    Soldier
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