Apparatus
FireRescue1’s apparatus resource center features the latest news and information related to fire apparatus and equipment.
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The first fully electric PANTHER 6x6 electric will be deployed at Dallas Love Field Airport in 2025
Adams County Fire Rescue’s fire engine wrap will promote fentanyl awareness and education over six months
Wilkes-Barre Fire Chief Delaney said the city saved thousands of dollars after finding an already-built Pierce fire engine
Robert Thomas, 52, was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash
The truck manufacturer, the insurance company and an independent investigator are looking into the cause
Solar-capturing technology has made it easier to keep fire truck and ambulances fully charged without leaving them running, and saves money
While not as popular as in Europe, swap-body modular apparatus have a definite place in the U.S. fire service
Visiting numerous fire stations in New Zealand and Australia gave me perspective on the U.S. fire service and appreciation for theirs
The program now let’s departments borrow $350,000 and don’t charge interest; that’s $100,000 more than previously
All the trucks and equipment inside were destroyed, but no one was injured
Valley Regional Fire and Rescue received $228,637 and Nesquehoning Hose Company No. 1 received $237,500
Both firefighters sustained non-life threatening injuries and are in stable condition
The department suspended the driver without pay for two weeks and the onboard captain was suspended without pay for one week
While the damage was extensive, Chief David Nondorf said he believes the truck can be repaired
The woman claimed being stopped by a firefighter in a fire truck violated her rights
Fire officials said the new fire truck is needed to replace two aging pieces of equipment and to provide a higher ladder to reach the top of several city structures
Four firefighters on board suffered minor injuries when the gravel road gave out beneath the truck
The impact was so hard, the pickup lost a wheel and spun into the median
Two police officers were taken to a hospital with minor injuries; no firefighters were injured
He was charged with unauthorized use of a vehicle, burglary and other crimes
Choosing the right purchasing model can save big bucks and help you land the right rig
The driver of the car was taken by ambulance to the hospital; no firefighters were injured
The fire department was called for mutual aid assistance to help with a working structure fire when the accident occurred
Staying on top of maintenance can save money and lives
Firefighters said they wanted to give him a special treat after he returned $5 to the fire department earlier this month
Amkus Rescue Systems’ hydraulic rescue system saves time and lives, chief says
The department’s reasons for suspending the two assistant chiefs were not immediately known
No firefighters were injured, but were taken to a local hospital for evaluation
A 90-year-old woman had to wait at least 45 minutes; she fell unconscious while waiting
One woman was taken to a hospital in non-critical condition; no firefighters were injured
Mark Bagnoli, 59, was a trimming a tree when he was seriously injured and became stuck on a limb about 40 feet off the ground
Fire Chief Robert Bello said the rig is the single most important truck the department has; officials want to replace it with a 23-year-old truck
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