Fireblast Mobile Firefighting & Rescue Training Center: When Survival Skills Are No Longer Just for Firefighters

A closer look at the Fireblast mobile firefighting & rescue training center: Life-saving skills for everyone—not just firefighters

Ho Chi Minh City – On the morning of June 15, the HCMC Police Department officially launched the Community Education Center for Fire Prevention and Rescue (PCCC – CNCH) at the PC07 training ground, in collaboration with the 4/10 Fire Equipment Center (District 1). Here, Vietnam welcomed the debut of the Fireblast mobile training model, drawing thousands of participants eager to experience it firsthand.

The launch event was attended by many senior leaders, including Nguyen Huu Hiep, Party Secretary of Thu Duc City; Lieutenant General Le Hong Nam, Director of the HCMC Police Department; Major General Nguyen Thanh Huong, Deputy Director of the HCMC Police; as well as representatives from the Ministry of Public Security and international organizations such as the Consul General of South Korea in HCMC and former head coach of Vietnam’s national football team, Park Hang Seo.

Lieutenant General Le Hong Nam explained that after analyzing the causes of many serious fire incidents, authorities found a key reason: the public still lacks essential fire prevention and rescue skills. These include basic safety awareness, fire and explosion prevention techniques, fire response actions, and proper escape procedures during emergencies.

After the ceremony, officials toured and experienced several models on-site: the 114 Command Information Center, a smoke maze rescue simulation, ladder truck tower drills, water rescue training, and a VR simulation system (donated by South Korea). Among them was the highlight: a multifunctional training model designed and manufactured by Fireblast Global (USA), represented in Vietnam by Tuyet Nga Co., Ltd.

The standout feature was the Fireblast Mobile Training Unit, developed by Fireblast Global and officially distributed in Vietnam by Tuyet Nga Co., Ltd.

Set up temporarily in a large open lot under the early summer sun, the training area attracted not only elementary and middle school students but also workers, local residents, and government officials. From young children to the elderly, everyone was eager to step into the fire simulation environment—where just a few minutes of experience could mean the difference between life and death in a real situation.

The mobile center consists of a system of specialized containers that simulate fire scenarios in closed environments such as apartments, hallways, kitchens, and bathrooms. Smoke, flames, sound, and lighting are all automatically programmed to mimic real-life conditions—unnervingly realistic, yet entirely safe and controlled.

What makes this model especially noteworthy is its mobility. It’s not a fixed installation—it can be transported to different provinces, neighborhoods, schools, and businesses. “Instead of waiting for people to come to us, we’re bringing fire safety education directly to where they live and work,” shared one instructor.

The entire system was officially imported from the U.S. by Tuyet Nga Co., Ltd. and is being supplied to HCMC's firefighting forces and other localities. The company also helps organize community training sessions aimed at improving public safety awareness—far beyond the professional firefighting force.

Images from the training sessions show how seriously people took the experience. Students handled fire extinguishers, practiced activating alarms, and learned escape procedures for the first time. Meanwhile, adults—despite knowing the theory—were still caught off guard by the realism of the simulation: “It’s easy to talk about it outside, but once you're inside, you realize that staying calm is much harder than it sounds. Panic sets in quickly, and it's easy to lose direction or even breathe.”

When asked what she remembered most, one 5th-grade girl replied, “Now I know not to run around if there’s a fire. I should stay low, find the exit, and help my friends too.”

This model is more than just a training tool—it’s a powerful reminder: fire prevention is everyone’s responsibility, and rescue isn’t just for firefighters.

After experiencing the simulation firsthand, Thu Duc Party Secretary Nguyen Huu Hiep told reporters from SGGPO Newspaper that the center’s establishment is “highly necessary.” He noted that it provides citizens with a hands-on opportunity to learn how to escape from a fire with the help of professional responders.

“Having experienced some of the educational equipment myself, I believe it’s extremely helpful in educating youth, adults, families, and small businesses. These lessons can raise everyone’s awareness and preparedness for fire safety and rescue—not just for themselves, but for their communities as well,” Mr. Hiep said.

The Fireblast mobile training model isn’t just a piece of equipment—it’s a dynamic and highly visual communication tool. It spreads the message loud and clear: “Fire safety is for everyone—rescue is not just for the pros.” Each training session ends not just with applause, but with practical knowledge, instincts, and life-saving skills—preparing people to face real emergencies with greater confidence.

In a time when fire hazards threaten homes and industrial zones alike, the Fireblast mobile unit delivers practical, realistic survival education that’s accessible to all—from children to seniors. It marks a crucial step forward in building a safer, more proactive community in the face of fire and accidents.