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Metal Print : GLC-LFB Turntable ladder overturned on roadway
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GLC-LFB Turntable ladder overturned on roadway
Lack of stability at speed and when manoeuvring very occasionally resulted in fire engines overturning, because of the relatively high centre of gravity (loading) of the turntable ladder
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Media ID 7641275
© London Fire Brigade / Mary Evans Picture Library
1985 Accident Accidents Eighties Engines Fallen Flip Georgian Gravity Kensington Lack Ladder Ladders Manoeuvring Overturned Queens Roadway Speed Stability Terrace Turned Turntable Firefighting Flipped Overturning
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Add a touch of bravery and history to your walls with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the dramatic image of a GLC-LFB Turntable Ladder overturned on the roadway by the London Fire Brigade. This captivating photograph from Mary Evans Picture Library brings to life the heroic efforts of firefighters and the risks they take to keep our communities safe. Our high-quality metal prints not only showcase stunning detail and vibrant colors but also offer a sturdy and modern presentation. Despite their essential role in emergency situations, the high center of gravity of these vehicles occasionally led to overturns, making this image a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by our brave first responders. Bring this powerful image into your home or office and be inspired every day.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this striking photograph from the London Fire Brigade's archives, a GLC-LFB turntable ladder is seen overturned on a roadway, a grim reminder of the occasional risks and challenges faced by firefighting crews during emergency responses in the 1980s. The high center of gravity of these turntable ladders, combined with the need for speed and precise maneuvering during operations, made them susceptible to overturning. The image, taken in the Kensington area of London, shows the red fire engine with its turntable ladder extended, lying on its side in the middle of the road. The ladder, which was designed to provide access to high-rise buildings and other hard-to-reach areas, appears to have been in the process of being turned when the vehicle lost stability. The scene is chaotic, with onlookers gathered around the fallen engine and debris scattered across the road. The turntable ladder, a staple of firefighting services during the 1980s, was a crucial piece of equipment for firefighters in London's densely populated areas, particularly in the Georgian terrace housing common in the city. However, the design's lack of stability at high speeds and during tight maneuvers made it a potential hazard, as seen in this unfortunate incident. This photograph, taken in the late 1980s, serves as a poignant reminder of the risks and challenges faced by firefighters during emergency responses and the importance of continuous innovation and improvement in firefighting equipment design.
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