Firefighters around the world risk their lives on a daily basis to protect lives, property, and the environment. It's one of the most dangerous jobs out there, and we'd all be a lot worse off without these courageous first responders. These brave and highly skilled individuals have been pushed to the limit in recent years due to large-scale disasters like rampant wildfires, a global pandemic, and more.
Browse this gallery and see just how hazardous the life of a firefighter really is.