Demers Ambulances, Braun Ambulances, Crestline Coach, and Medix Specialty Vehicles (DBCM) is pleased to announce the addition of Kerri Walker to its executive leadership team as Vice President Commercial, U.S. division. A new role for the U.S. organization, Walker will oversee Product Management, Sales, Marketing, and After Market Services.

With 25 years in commercial and consumer markets, Walker brings robust expertise in various sectors including manufacturing and automotive. Walker most recently served as Vice President, Marketing for Truck Accessories Group, Inc. where she refocused the organization on consumer outreach and led various multi-brand strategies. She has a proven track record for increasing channel and online sales while improving overall engagement. Prior to Truck Accessories Group, Walker held progressive leadership roles with Supreme Corporation, Rinnai America, Exmark Manufacturing, Inc., and Chief Automotive Systems (a subsidiary of Dover). 

“This new position is pivotal for our organization and is focused on long-term growth,” says Kim Braun, President – U.S. Division. “We are confident Kerri’s comprehensive background and transformational leadership style, paired with her customer-driven focus, will effectively advance our organization to the next levels while continuing to deliver upon our unwavering commitment to be the partner of choice for our customers, partners, and employees.” 

Walker’s leadership is expected to provide elevated strength in market analytics, brand strategy, product & pricing analysis, and customer journey enrichments. Walker holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English, with a minor in Political Science.

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About Demers Braun Ambulance Manufacturer

Through its strong and diversified portfolio of brands – Demers, Braun, Crestline, and Medix- the Company operates eight production and service center sites across North America and employs a staff of ~1200. Each year, the combined sales position the company as the second-largest ambulance manufacturer in North America. Its offering of ambulance products ranges from the price-conscious value ambulance to the highly customized specialty vehicle. To learn more about how Demers, Braun, Crestline, and Medix can help you save more lives, visit Demers-Ambulances.com, BraunAmbulances.com, CrestlineCoach.com, and MedixAmbulance.com

Major flooding has been reported in parts of Florida as Hurricane Ian pushed into the state Wednesday, and first responders are among those feeling the impact, WESH.com reported.

Naples Fire-Rescue Department shared a video on its Facebook page, as the station became flooded and fire trucks can be seen submerged in water. The fire chief said when the fire station became flooded, a fire truck started smoking and crews had to push it outside, the report said.

Officials said everyone at the fire station is doing OK. They encourage residents to stay off the roads.

Dallas Fire-Rescue recently informed city council members it was in a predicament: its ladder truck fleet is shorthanded, and two extra trucks needed to be rented to fill gaps in coverage, WFAA.com reported. 

One of those rental trucks has arrived and is already out of commission per the Dallas Fire Fighters Association. 

It underscores how big of a problem DFR is facing with its fleet and how things could go from bad to worse quickly, the report said.

Since DFR announced almost two weeks ago that the fleet was in tough shape, another truck has also gone out of service per a fire official, according to the report. 

DFR is specifically worried about how fast a truck can be pulled out of service versus the time it takes to replace one so the agency can maintain its full response capabilities, the report said. 

The memo to the Dallas City Council states that DFR maintains a 23-vehicle fleet of fire trucks scattered across the city. But nine trucks are currently out of commission due to mechanical issues, the report said.  

The department has seven ladder trucks in reserve, which are all being utilized now, according to the report. 

That leaves the department down three trucks if you count the additional one that was sidelined since the memo went out, the report said.

 

Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky recently donated seven acres of land to Georgetown-Scott County (KY) for the city to build a new fire station and training center for emergency medical technician and paramedic training, WTVQ.com reported.

The Georgetown-Scott County Emergency Medical Services will create and service a new district, which should significantly reduce response times for emergency services, according to a press release from Scott County Fiscal Court. Later, the city will also add facilities, manpower and equipment for the needs of the Georgetown Fire Department.

Grand Prairie Fire Department Station 5 pushed in its new truck, Squad 5, into service with the time-honored tradition of “pushing” a new apparatus into its home.

This apparatus will respond to Hazmat calls and other major incidents. Squad 5 is also a mobile command post equipped for large-scale incidents.

A closer look at our Squad 5! Follow us on TikTok at https://t.co/IcMsTKBcWM. pic.twitter.com/hxRqNGTCEX

— Grand Prairie Fire (@GPTXFire) September 28, 2022

Station 5 placed Squad 5 into service with the time-honored tradition of “pushing” a new apparatus into its home! 🥳
This apparatus will respond to Hazmat calls and other major incidents. Squad 5 is also a mobile command post equipped for large-scale incidents.#firefighters pic.twitter.com/yv8GonXZrj

— Grand Prairie Fire (@GPTXFire) September 28, 2022