Why do I see the firefighters at the store shopping for food while they are on duty?
Because firefighters work 24-hour shifts, they fix and eat lunch and dinner at the station, so they also shop while on duty. However, if an emergency call comes in they will leave their cart with a store employee in order to immediately respond to a call.

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1. When there is only a small fire, why do so many fire engines respond?
2. Why do I have to call 911? If I call the fire station directly, wouldn't it save time?
3. Why does Poway need a ladder truck?
4. What does a firefighter's workday routine consist of?
5. Why do I see firefighters working out while on duty?
6. Why do I see the firefighters at the store shopping for food while they are on duty?
7. What do firefighters do when they are not on emergency calls?
8. What can I do to protect my house from wildland fires?
9. Do I need to put a smoke detector in every room? How many do I need?
10. What kind of fire extinguisher should I buy for my home?
11. When I call the paramedics, why does a fire engine show up?
12. Where can I go for CPR classes?
13. Who should I call for a hydrant leaking, fire hazards, and inspections?