Apparatus
FireRescue1’s apparatus resource center features the latest news and information related to fire apparatus and equipment.
The fierce competition for apparatus grant funding means you cannot afford a mistake on your application
Cambridge firefighters used Ladder 1’s aerial to rescue a woman trapped on the third floor
Ogdensburg officials hope being awarded AFG funding will allow them to purchase a mini-pumper to reduce wear on older apparatus
Fire departments and individual members can take several measures to make cold weather operations safer and more comfortable
The 1969 fire truck, a movable memorial that will participate in parades, fundraisers, school events and other occasions will raise awareness about 9/11
Officials said the rig flipped as it was attempting to get on a ramp
The semi’s trailer separated when the driver lost control of the vehicle and struck the rig
The firefighter sustained minor injuries, with the most serious being a fracture
Daryl Adams said keeping Smeal’s 400 employees will help return profits to its emergency equipment division
The suit asks for more than $25,000 and for the department to implement safe movement and back-up procedures
The man’s vehicle crashed into a fire truck that was responding to another crash scene
There are different systems that fit different station configurations and department budgets; here’s how to know which is right for you
Stepping outside the “that’s how we’ve always done it” mindset will set the rigs up for current and future needs
Spartan has supplied fire truck chassis to Smeal for 30 years; the deal will will add about $70 million in annual revenue
The engine was initially dispatched to the causeway after a silver sedan struck the exterior guardrail
Firefighters were unable to respond to a vehicle crash after they realized the battery was missing from their only fire engine
Fire officials said the Pierce proposal allows them to reap the benefits of standardization with a company that has had an excellent track record with the city
Dominic Cook, 13, died of his injuries after being transported to the hospital
The rig was protecting authorities who were clearing wreckage after an accident when the suspect drove into the rig
A fire official said the fire truck got stuck in the mud and leaned over to one side to make contact with the ambulance
Wilmington Fire Chief Anthony Goode said it would cost nearly $100,000 per firefighter to fill the department’s vacancies
Footage of the incident shows the sedan crossing an intersection and crashing head-on into the fire truck
The Wilmington Fire Department will place one fire engine out of service instead of closing stations on a rotational basis
Firefighter Benjamin Loll was on scene at a house fire when he was struck by the rig
Two men stole the official vehicle while it was idling outside of a hospital.
Aside from the toys, firefighters are collecting games, blankets and crafts for patients up to 21 years of age.
The practice, used to halt overtime, was suspended the day after two Wilmington firefighters were killed in a rowhouse fire.
Firefighters took a truck, an ambulance and another fire vehicle when they went out to pass out candy
The memo was reportedly sent out after the department received a number of complaints about a fire truck driving around with a Trump mask on it
Fire company officials said a man stole the ambulance that was parked in front of the fire station
Officials said the boat has been in commission since before President Theodore Roosevelt took office
The department wants to purchase a combination fire and rescue vehicle, which would replace a 1991 rescue truck
The fire truck marked the second time in less than 24-hours that a vehicle outside a polling place raised concerns from community members
If you are thinking about adding an ATV or snowmobile for winter rescues, or if you have one and don’t have your SOPs and training in order, here’s what you need to know
