The Roseville Fire Department is auctioning off a 1997 Sutphen Engine Pumper Fire Truck, Fox2Detroit.com reported. Proceeds from the sale will help buy new fire suits, new hoses, and other equipment, the report said.

This truck runs, has 156,054, and has a Detroit Diesel 11.1L engine and Hale pump, according to the report.

Michigan residents can bid on the truck online through December 28. As of Monday, the price is $3,000, the report said.

Bid here.

KME—Upper Frankford Township Fire Company, Newville, PA, pumper/tanker. Severe Service XMFD raised-roof cab and chassis; Cummins X12 500-hp engine; Hale Qmax 1,750-gpm pump; 2,000-gallon polypropylene water tank; 20-gallon foam cell; FoamPro 1600 single-agent foam system; 200-inch FlushBack tanker body. Dealer: Lo Barrick, Fire & Rescue Products, Harrisburg, PA.

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Sunrise Beach Fire Protection District is seeking the public’s help in tracking down who burglarized one of its stations.

Station 4 is not yet operating, but is set to open in the new year.

The Fire Protection District filed a report with Camden County Sheriff’s Office. Anyone with information is asked to call its headquarters at (573) 374-4411.

Templeton Fire and Emergency Services is the recipient of a $20,000 grant to purchase new extrication equipment, referred to as a Combi Extrication tool, and new stabilization struts, according to a press release. These specialized tools help first responders safely rescue vehicle accident victims trapped inside a vehicle and help keep the vehicle stable during an extrication.

“This new equipment will help reduce the time it takes us to safely stabilize the vehicle and reach someone who needs immediate medical attention. The Combi Extrication tool combines two tools into one tool that can spread and cut without changing tools,” said Templeton Fire and Emergency Services, Captain Phillip Goldbloom. “Without the OTS grant funding, we would not be able to purchase modern rescue tools critical for the care of those injured in crashes. We are very grateful for this grant that will allow us to be faster and more efficient at stabilizing and extricating victims from vehicle accidents, and save lives.”

The grant will fund the purchase of one Amkus ION battery operated Combi Tool and Paratech Standard Vehicle Stabilization Kit.

Delays in providing care to crash victims impacts the “golden hour” of survival, a core principle in the emergency medical services industry. Reducing the time it takes to get to the patient, treat what can be treated, and transport the patient to the hospital helps increase the chance for recovery.

Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

WOODSTOCK, IL, December 16, 2022 — Ready Rack by Groves, a manufacturer and supplier of industry-leading storage solutions and health and wellness products, announced that Kris Thune has rejoined the company as President. The Ready Rack board of directors unanimously voted to appoint Ms. Thune to oversee operations for all products including Ready Rack’s garment and equipment storage racks, extractors, dryers and decontamination solutions as well as the company’s exclusive line of Pacific Helmets.

“Kris is the right leader for Ready Rack,” said Ben Ritthaler, Co-Owner. “Her extensive knowledge of our business and our partners will help Ready Rack strengthen distributor relationships, develop strategic alliances and expand our product line. We believe her strong leadership experience will propel the Ready Rack brand and maintain industry excellence.”

Ms. Thune stated, “I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to continue the family legacy and lead the company into the future.” Ms. Thune went on to say, “Our founder Hank Groves was an industry pioneer with numerous patents to his credit. He set forth our commitment to ensure the highest manufacturing and quality standards to deliver innovative and superior products at competitive prices.”

Kris Thune has been involved with Groves for over 30 years serving as Vice President of Operations before her departure. She helped to establish what is now one of the most iconic companies in the fire service industry and has remained a strategic advisor to the closely held family company.

About Ready Rack

Ready Rack has been a leader in the fire and safety industry for more than forty years. Ready Rack pioneered the original open-air storage racking system for storage of garments and light equipment and offers an extensive portfolio of patented products. A few years ago, the company launched its Health and Wellness line of equipment and products focusing on decontamination. In addition to selling a variety of extractors and cabinet dryers, Ready Rack recently introduced its proprietary line of Decon Ready™ decontamination line of products. For more information about our products, please visit us at: www.readyrack.com