Patrick Jordan isn’t just a Google(s goog) Glass Explorer; he’s a firefighter and a developer based in North Carolina. That combination is making for an impressive idea: Jordan is working on a Glass app that could help him and fellow firefighters save more lives. The software would provide instant heads-up information such as floor plans, locations of nearby hydrants and vehicle data.

Jordan’s story was highlighted on the official Google+ Glass account on Tuesday. While that makes it appear a bit promotional, it certainly doesn’t take anything away from Jordan’s efforts. Any app or technology that improves the chances of saving a life is a good thing. And that’s exactly how Jordan positioned his entry to become an early Glass Explorer, saying:

“As a career Firefighter, and a software engineer, I would use it to make firefighter’s job safer and more effective.  Mission critical information could be viewed quickly while…