The speaker draws a parallel between firefighting and gunfighting, saying that those who are trained to be in the midst of danger would rather be in the thick of it. Firefighting is compared to being in a gunfight due to the similar levels of intensity and adrenaline rush.
The information relayed from dispatchers to firefighters is often limited and incomplete, creating potential safety issues on the job.
A firefighter recounts his experience with his first major fire and the danger of being close to a big, raging fire.
The adrenaline of fighting fires as a young person can be overwhelming, but it's easy to underestimate the danger involved in fighting major fires. Fires can double in size rapidly and the danger can quickly turn serious.
The adrenaline rush of being in high-risk jobs like CIA operatives in gunfights and firefighters can wear off as individuals age and gain more experience of how dangerous they can be.