Roll call, morning ops with Cannon’s “Fire Dawgs”

CANNON AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. -- As members of the United State Air Force, it is understood that Airmen represent their force 24/7. For firefighters with the 27th Special Operations Civil Engineer Squadron, it truly is round-the-clock operations.

Working 24-hour shifts split between two crews, Cannon’s elite “Fire Dawgs” maintain one of Cannon’s few non-stop emergency response capabilities.

Following morning roll calls, crew members disperse to function check all mission-essential equipment and vehicles for operability. This ensures things are in working order and available in the event of real-world emergencies.

Once crews have inspected and tested all necessary items, they are able to start other duties and training for the day.  

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Alex Leonard, 27th Special Operations Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, drains water from a fire hose April 8, 2015 at Cannon Air Force Base, N.M. Water must be properly drained to minimize molding and increase longevity of equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Alex Mercer

 



U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Tyler Foster and Staff Sgt. Rodney Welch, 27th Special Operations Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters, untangle a fire hose after ops checks April 8, 2015 at Cannon Air Force Base, N.M. If the hose it stored properly, firefighters can more easily access the equipment in the event of an emergency. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Alex Mercer)



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