VIDEO: Retired Fire Capt. Richard Birt is trying to spread the word about a new documentary entitled "Burned: Protecting the Protectors" by Ethereal Films.
In the past Birt has visited fire departments in Ventura County and along the coast giving talks about fire safety around batteries and solar panels found in house fires.
Now he is trying to let firefighters everywhere know carcinogens have been found in protective gear.
Chemicals called PFAS, short for polyfluoroalkyl, are the issue.
Oscar nominated actor Mark Ruffalo, who stars in the film "Dark Waters" about cancer exposure due to chemicals, gives his final thoughts in "Burned" and urges firefighters to take action. “Your protective wear is also awash in these forever chemicals, both on the outside and the inside," said Ruffalo.