Gilmore drives for Camp Pendleton in Firefighters Destruction Derby

Brian Gilmore drove for the Camp Pendleton Fire Department in the Firefighters Destruction Derby which was contested June 4 and was part of the Fire and Safety Exposition at the San Diego County Fair.

"I just had a great time," Gilmore said. "It was a different experience. It was fun."

In 1995 the Cajon Speedway, the Burn Institute, and local fire departments collaborated for an annual night which included fundraising and promotions for the Burn Institute, a pre-race parade of fire trucks, an American flag raised from a fire engine ladder for the Star-Spangled Banner, and a Firefighters Destru...