LCC-LFB - Self-contained smoke helmets (BA sets)
Self-contained smoke helmets (BA sets) were introduced for use ain an atmosphere dense with smoke and dangerous fumes'. A special motor appliance fitted for smoke helmet work was based at Southwark HQ fire station. The appliance was also fitted with a dynamo and portable searchlights, oxygen-reviving apparatus and electric fans. (The first emergency tender.)
Picture No
10536185
Media ID
46841591
Size
2557px x 4294px
(4.2MB)
Credit
©London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library
Source
London Fire Brigade
Date
1920s
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