When fire hoses fail testing, what do fire departments do with them?
On Friday, June 2, Chief Nicolus Nelson and Captain Vanessa Barrientos, representing Liberty County ESD No. 7 Hardin Fire/Rescue, delivered a whole pallet of old fire hoses to the Houston Aquarium Downtown.
After fire hoses wear out, they can become dangerous and explode, particularly when used with high-pressure water systems while fighting fires.
According to Nelson, the worn-out fire hoses will be put to good use.
The old hoses that were donated have a polyester jacket and synthetic rubber liner, which can be upcycled as beds, toys and other items.
