Apparatus
FireRescue1’s apparatus resource center features the latest news and information related to fire apparatus and equipment.
Follow along as the Science and Technology Directorate (S&T), the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), and first responders from across the country put some robots through the paces to gauge whether the commercially available systems meet responders’ demanding operational need
The Potter Valley Fire Department hosted water supply training with six other departments using water from ponds
Surveillance video shows the fire engine crashing into a church’s food pantry on the South Side
Dashcam video shows the firefighter’s vehicle being swept off Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu
They were treated for smoke inhalation; the department lost two rigs and three inflatable boats in the fire
The forestry spokesman said it is the first time he’s seen a train used to battle wildland fires
Firefighters said they started stoning the fire truck before pouring petrol and setting it ablaze; the protests are over inadequate parking space
The injured firefighters, who were taken to the hospital, were conscious and alert following the incident
For the company officer, having a dashcam in the rig can provide proof of wrongdoing, serve as a training tool and change driver behavior
The Ind. volunteer department did not expect the 2004 truck, declared surplus by the U.S. Air Force, to be packed with about $40,000 in gear
The firefighters’ lawyer said truck manufacturer Sutphen did not fully disclose the truck’s issues to the department
A new way of making stainless steel is now being tried in fire trucks, and it may be a game-changer
Despite their popularity around the world, the motorcycle as a fire rig has been slow to catch on in the U.S.; here are some reasons to give them a close look
Three firefighters on board the ladder truck were a little stiff after the crash but were uninjured
Officers said he also tried to ram a police cruiser that was responding to the call
Two women were airlifted to a hospital in unknown condition; a paramedic suffered minor injuries
The firefighter on the phone was racing to an emergency call; his partner helps him avoid a crash at nearly 60 mph
The lawsuit accuses officials of gross negligence, carelessness and failure to properly advise others of the time and location of the drill
The driving force behind the restoration has been 86-year-old George Capon, a 67-year department member who can still recall when the truck saw regular action
The firefighter was taken to a hospital, where he underwent surgery on his toes and appears to be doing well
The fire truck stalled and an airboat was sent to rescue the three firefighters; no one was in the stranded vehicle
Fire officials reminded drivers to use caution when sharing the road with emergency vehicles
The collision ripped lights off the engine, damaged a water pump and hose, dented the roof and destroyed other tools
With the different financing options, it is important to know where the department wants to be at the end of the payment schedule
Emergency vehicle repair experts weigh in on how to keep your engine in fighting form
The federal funds will allow the district to buy a pumper tender that will replace a vehicle that’s about 30 years old
The fire destroyed engines, tankers and all kinds of firefighting gear
The fire truck was surrounded by 130,000-volt power lines, one burned nearly through a back hand rail
The Rescue Vehicle Program will be evaluated for its ability to reduce maintenance and wear and tear on department vehicles
It has a kitchen inside the rig and a restaurant in the back; the menu caters to the sweet and the savory
The employees sued the vehicle manufacturer after losing their jobs early last year; they settled the case for $671,000
Knowing the difference between what you need and what you want will make you a smarter shopper when it is time to buy your next engine
The rig was not on an emergency call and wasn’t moving fast when the bicyclist rode into the side of the truck
