149. SEND IT... The Water Supply Episode - Andy Soccodato

Quite often urban strategies and tactics dominate the landscape when talking shop. However, many in the fire service provide suburban and rural fire protection which might differ in our thoughts and actions. But both scenarios require the same thing, water. Water supply is imperative when talking a culture of extinguishment. Andy Soccodato, the creator of The Water Thieves talks water and lots of it during his daily delivery of information to firefighters across the country. Establishing a rural water supply which meets or exceeds the necessary fire flows requires planning, training and execution. This episode dives into the ever present issues WE ALL face in our communities. Suburban and rural sprawl, large developments with plenty of square footage and the lack of a domestic water system - everyday issues happening across the country. Andy hits on many points that need consideration and unpacks the conversation about a reliable and dependable water supply. -- Continue the conversation with Andy by checking out The Water Thieves at www.thewaterthieves.com or find them on social media.