A Trip to the

Firehouse

chief- leader of a group

dispatch-to send a message; the act of sending

emergencies- things that happen without warning and require immediate attention

fire engine- a truck used to

help put out fires

firefighters- people who work at putting out fires

gear- equipment used to do

certain things

examine- to look

over very

carefully

valves- parts that control the flow of a liquid

equipment- supplies and tools needed for a specific purpose