The Southern Stone County Fire Protection District has planned a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house for May 10 at 2 p.m. for its new $2 million Station 2.

The facility, which will cover the Kimberling City area and is located at 14743 Business Highway 13, has been in the works for a few years.

New Station 2 is 14,350 square feet and has considerably more room than did its predecessor, reports ozarksfirst.com. The former Station 2 is one of the oldest stations in the district; it was constructed prior to the founding of the fire district.

A crash happened Monday morning between a car and a TX fire engine on I-20, reports CBS19.

Around 8 a.m., the Smith County Emergency Services District Two and Winona Fire Department were dispatched to a different collision on the 576 West intersection of I-20. As they were responding, an oncoming vehicle struck the apparatus, the report notes.

The collision caused significant damage to the truck and the vehicle. No injuries were reported by first responders, but the other driver was transported to the hospital.

The Texas Department of Public Safety is currently investigating.

A fire that destroyed a shop building in La Center on Sunday was sparked by recharging lithium batteries from remote-control cars. Clark County Deputy Fire Marshal Rick Searls said the batteries ignited within an hour of being placed on chargers in the outbuilding. The shop building was a total loss, and Searls estimated the property and content loss to be $250,000.
- PUB DATE: 4/26/2022 12:17:50 PM - SOURCE: The Columbian

Sarasota County Friday hosted a hose uncoupling ceremony for its new 10,500-square-foot Fire Station 9. Video of the event can be seen here.

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Station 9 is located at 6750 Bee Ridge Rd. The Sarasota County Fire Department is hoping to move into the facility during the first week of May.

The facility was built to withstand Category 4 hurricane winds, officials say.

REV Fire Group, which includes REV GroupInc. manufacturers of fire apparatus E-ONE^®, KME^®, Ferrara^™, Spartan Fire Chassis^™, Spartan Emergency Response^®, Smeal^™, and Ladder Tower^™, will debut Vector, the first North American-style fully electric fire truck, during FDIC International (Fire Department Instructors Conference) in Indianapolis, Indiana from April 28-30, 2022.

As one of the most exciting developments in the firefighting industry, this new electric fire truck is innovatively engineered so firefighters can drive and pump on electric power only. Developed with technology partner Emergency One Group LTD – maker of the world’s first EV fire truck – this new electric fire truck packs 316 kW of proven automotive-grade batteries to deliver the longest electric pumping duration in the industry. Vector performs 100 percent of fire ground duties on 100 percent electric with unrivaled performance, range, and efficiency

Designed with the same components that are used on diesel-driven fire apparatus, Vector’s electric motor takes the place of the diesel engine, driving the pump or the rear axle in normal split shaft operation. Its low center of gravity battery placement provides better cornering with more predictable handling and is safer in a crash.

“We’re excited for Vector to debut at FDIC. We developed the ultimate fully electric fire truck without sacrificing the critical elements that firefighters value in the North American style, responding to our customer demand for cleaner technology, reduced noise pollution and lower carbon footprint. We look forward to sharing this with everyone at FDIC and the world,” stated Kent Tyler, President of REV Fire Group.

A special launch event will be held at REV Fire Group’s World of Innovation and Protection at Booth #4516 during FDIC at 3 p.m. Thursday, April 28 and Friday, April 29, and to mark the debut of Vector and to demonstrate other technological innovations, including:

• GE DisInFx: Utilizes UVC and UVA technology to help reduce viruses in air and bacteria and fungus on surfaces including SARS-CoV-2 which causes COVID-19. The small device can be easily installed into the cab headliner and includes white and red LED lights which exceed NFPA surface illumination requirements providing the necessary cab interior lighting. 

• Smart Reach^™ Multi-Stance^™ System: Attendees can experience firsthand this patented new Smeal ladder and outrigger control system that offers 360-degree, no dead-zone functionality on aerials that can be adapted to the scene while maintaining full reach. The Smart Reach control console provides real-time data, and its electric and hydraulic aerial controls offer the ultimate in smooth operation. It also offers Advance Rung Lighting, a series of RGB LED light strips that can have customized patterns running the length of the ladder.

• ECO IDLE-TEC^™: This idle reduction system, specifically designed for fire apparatus, shuts off the main engine during EMS and rescue calls, eliminating loud diesel engine noise and exhaust while maintaining power for lighting, air conditioning and more. This reduces operating costs, and help to protect the environment, and improve driver safety and comfort.

• Active Air Purification System: Designed with advanced Photohydroionization^® (PHI Cell) and UV technology, these units kill 99 percent of pathogens, including the virus which causes COVID-19, in the air and on surfaces delivering better air quality and a safer cab environment for your crew.

REV Fire Group representatives will be present to discuss the unique features of each o