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Firefighters from the 509th Civil Engineer Squadron prepare to enter a simulated burning house at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., June 7, 2013. The fire department is required to conduct upgrade training and exercises throughout the year to keep their skills up-to-date and mission-ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bryan Crane/Released)

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Firefighters from the 509th Civil Engineer Squadron rush to the scene of a mock fire at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., June 7, 2013. The fire fighters had to show how well they could work together to rescue a mock victim from a burning house. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bryan Crane/Released)

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Firefighters from the 509th Civil Engineer Squadron prepare to enter a house during a fire training exercise at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., June 7, 2013. The fire department was inspected on efficiency and accuracy in responding to a blaze. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bryan Crane/Released)

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Firefighters from the 509th Civil Engineer Squadron practice entering a simulated burning house during an exercise at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., June 7, 2013. The fire services mission is to prevent fires; minimize injuries and loss of lives; protect property and the environment during periods of peace, war, military operations other than war; and provide humanitarian support operations for those charged in their care. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bryan Crane/Released)

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Firefighters from the 509th Civil Engineer Squadron battle a mock fire in base housing at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., June 7, 2013. Airmen from Whiteman AFB Fire Emergency Services work in two separate 24-hour shifts to keep the station manned and mission-ready 24/7. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bryan Crane/Released)

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Firefighters from the 509th Civil Engineer Squadron set up oxygen tanks during a mock fire in base housing at Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., June 7, 2013. The oxygen tanks allow the firefighters to breathe clean air while in a smoke-filled house. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bryan Crane/Released)