Apparatus
FireRescue1’s apparatus resource center features the latest news and information related to fire apparatus and equipment.
Choosing the right crew with the right mindset is as critical as where you locate specific equipment
At FDIC International 2025, Medix Ambulances will showcase its latest high-performance Type I and Type III models—built for durability, rapid deployment, and the demanding needs of today’s Fire/EMS teams
Bentonia firefighters are salvaging what they can and relying on neighboring departments after losing their firehouse
Crestline Ambulances returns to FDIC with its CCL 150 Type I ambulance, a fleet-focused solution designed to boost performance, cut maintenance costs and meet evolving demands
Malden, which was devastated by a Labor Day wildfire, received an early Christmas gift in the form of a 2002 International H5S
Firefighters put on dazzling light shows, host storytime, spread safety messages and save Christmas in these eight fantastic videos that spread holiday cheer
The department was able to renovate the truck through a $16,300 grant from the Texas A&M Forest Service
The ideal crew cab SCBA bracket should include a dependable locking mechanism that secures the cylinder while still allowing firefighters quick and easy operation
The crash comes shortly after the state passed a stricter “Move Over” law
The crew was unaware the woman was on the apparatus for several blocks until they were alerted by another driver
One civilian was wounded in the shooting near a gas station on Monday
From ground-based robots to space-based tools, there are several high-tech products making waves in the fire service
Retired FDNY Firefighter Frank Pizarro wanted to bring the tradition of carrying caskets on a memorial fire engine to Las Vegas
The Jamison firefighter was transported to a local medical center with non-life-threatening injuries
The firefighter was helping prepare for a funeral procession for a retired firefighter when he lost his footing
Adding rapid response vehicles to your fleet offers versatility, customization at a lower cost of acquisition and operation
Officials at the volunteer fire department said the thief’s getaway caused “major damage to the station”
State Auditor Brian Colón turned over his findings to the New Mexico State Police and called the situation “a complete breakdown in the system”
Grant Township Firefighter Michael Buitendorp died Wednesday while responding to a report of a camper fire
Smart storage does more than help you get the most out of limited space – it also helps keep crews safe
Tacoma Firefighters IAFF Local 31 criticized the plan in an open letter, saying it would significantly impact service levels
The Oakalla Volunteer Fire Department firefighters were en route to a call at the time of the incident
Crews used an aerial to reach riders stranded on the Wave Breaker ride
The truck was being transported from a repair shop when it ignited
Wilkes-Barre Fire Department leaders dedicated the new Pierce Enforcer 107-foot ascendant tractor-drawn aerial ladder truck
A recent storm knocked out power to surveillance systems that could have helped identify the thief
The brush truck was destroyed in June when a burned tree it had just extinguished fell on top of it
Using the right wheel chocks on a flat surface goes a long way to reducing risk
Ellinwood Fire Chief Chris Komarek said the truck was traveling at high speed when it crashed into the station, sparking a fire
Guidance for an apparatus committee charged with developing specifications for a new pumper
The engine has been in the Los Angeles County Fire Museum shop since the museum was closed for COVID-19 restrictions
Authorities say the engine was driven for about three miles before the suspect was apprehended
Tips for departments seeking alternatives to traditional gear
The engine is designed specifically with an independent suspension that will allow personnel to make tighter turns on the narrow streets
