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United States / 1954

Know the Cause

Know the Cause

Know the Cause, an archival ephemeral film in the Prelinger Archives collection.

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This film emphasizes the critical role firefighters play in investigating the causes of fires, going beyond just extinguishment. It highlights that understanding how fires start is essential for prevention and successful prosecution of arsonists. Firefighters are urged to be observant, report any unusual circumstances or evidence they encounter at a fire scene, as this information is vital for arson investigators.

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The Prelinger collection preserves ephemeral films that document everyday life, instruction, commerce, and popular culture. This entry is cataloged as Know the Cause.

This film emphasizes the critical role firefighters play in investigating the causes of fires, going beyond just extinguishment. It highlights that understanding how fires start is essential for prevention and successful prosecution of arsonists. Firefighters are urged to be observant, report any unusual circumstances or evidence they encounter at a fire scene, as this information is vital for arson investigators.

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