Heat Stress Mitigation for the Fire Service
The Narwhals™ are a portable and long-lasting palm cooling device that accelerates firefighter recovery during incident rehab and training.
Reduce heat stress quickly during incidents and training
Accelerate heart rate recovery during rehab
Lower body temperature even when wearing gear
Extend work capacity during high intensity work
75% of firefighters experience heat illness annually
The Narwhals are a powerful tool for combating heat-illness in a form factor that can handle the strenuous conditions the fire service demands. They are an essential component of our wellness program and deployed in incident rehab, fitness, and academy programs.
Scott Lantz, Captain, Loudoun County Fire and Rescue
Elevated core body temperatures experienced during firefighting activities lead to serious health risks
Increased risk of cardiac events
Reduced cognitive functioning
Decreased work capacity
A more powerful way to cool down is within reach
Our palms are natural radiators for the body. They contain special vasculature for efficient offloading of heat.
By holding something cool (not cold), with good thermal conductivity, and a mechanism for avoiding thermal barriers, you quickly remove excess body heat, accelerating recovery and improving performance.
The Narwhals provide portable, long-lasting active cooling built for urban and wildland firefighters
Robust design fits on trucks & engines
Lightweight & easy to carry
No moving parts, batteries, or charging
High thermal conductivity & continuous heat removal
Maintains correct temperature (~55°F / 13°C) for hours
Innovation in Heat Stress Mitigation for Firefighters
Many departments have primarily relied on hydration, turnout gear removal, and shade to help firefighters cool down and accelerate heart rate recovery. But use of a palm cooling device provides significantly better heat stress mitigation for the fire service. Dive into the science!
