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City receives new fire truck to battle blazes statewide

The new rig can turn on a dime, has more accessible ladders and emergency equipment

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SACRAMENTO, Calif. — One Southern California fire department is adding a new state-of-the-art tool to its fleet.

The Riverside Fire Department closed the doors on its nearly 20-year-old engine and is now getting the keys to a new, nearly $400,000 rig.

“Dollar for dollar, it’s the best value for a fire engine out there,” said Deputy Chief Mike Esparza. As part of a 30-year partnership between the California Emergency Management Agency and the Riverside Fire Department, adding this new, upgraded engine to their fleet allows them to tackle nearly anything.

Full story: Riverside Receives New State-Of-The-Art Engine To Battle Blazes Statewide