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Posted: Jul 27, 2021

Lake Assault Boats to Showcase Firefighting, Patrol, and Rescue Vessel at FDIC International 2021

Lake Assault Boats, part of Fraser Shipyards and a leading manufacturer of purpose-built, mission-specific fire and rescue boats, is displaying inside Lucas Oil Stadium at booth #8421 on August 2-7 at the Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) Exhibition in Indianapolis, Indiana.  Front and center in the booth is a versatile 24-foot firefighting, patrol, and rescue craft shown courtesy of the Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office in Minnesota. 

“We’re very excited to return to Indianapolis for this world-class exhibition, and for the opportunity to showcase our capabilities with thousands of professionals from around the globe,” said Chad DuMars, Lake Assault Boats Vice President of Operations. “We invite these first responders to join us for walk-around tours, and to discuss their department’s emergency response requirements.” 

The Hennepin County V-hull craft features a 9-foot beam and a carrying capacity of 2,500 lbs. It is powered by twin Mercury four-stroke outboard engines (rated at 200 hp each). The boat is equipped with an aluminum T-top center console positioned for maximum visibility, and a foam collar surrounding the gunwale to prevent hull damage. A portable fire pump is located aft of the centerline with fixed discharge piping to the bow and a portable monitor on the port side. The ergonomic helm station and dash console includes a 12-inch Hummingbird diagonal touchscreen integrated with built-in GPS and side-scan sonar.

Lake Assault boats extinguishing boat fire
On July 3, 2021, this Lake Assault Boats patrol and rescue vessel quickly extinguished a fire on Minnesota’s Lake Minnetonka, Hennepin County’s largest and busiest body of water. There were no injuries reported.



Over the July 4th holiday weekend, one of the Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office vessels responded to and extinguished a boat fire on Minnesota’s Lake Minnetonka, a 14,528 acre body of water surrounded by 13 municipalities. There were no injuries reported by police in the incident.

“With five Lake Assault craft on duty, or in the pipeline, it’s extremely gratifying to have this highly respected department return for multiple purchases,” explained DuMars. “We believe it’s a direct result of our quality products and a top-notch support team.”

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Posted: Jul 27, 2021

First Two Recipients Announced in MSA’s and DuPont’s 2021 Globe Gear Giveaway

Departments in ME and NJ will receive four new sets of turnout gear and 4 new helmets each

MSA, DuPont, and the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) have teamed up for the tenth year to help volunteer fire departments obtain much-needed gear through MSA’s and DuPont’s Globe Gear Giveaway. This annual program began in 2012 and has provided 559 sets of turnout gear to 121 departments to date. In 2021, another 13 departments will each receive four new sets of turnout gear and four new helmets to help enhance the safety of their firefighters. The first 500 applicants also received a one-year NVFC membership, courtesy of MSA.

The first two recipients of MSA’s and DuPont’s 2021 Globe Gear Giveaway are the Waldo (ME) Fire Department and Hamburg (NJ) Fire Department.

Waldo Fire Department                              

The Waldo Fire Department (WFD) is a small, all-volunteer department located in Maine’s rural mid-coast region. WFD serves a population of 762 over approximately 13 square miles and also provides mutual aid to surrounding communities. With three state highways, six miles of high voltage electrical infrastructure, a natural gas pipeline, and a liquid propane depot, as well as a regional technical school and a large event center, the department has to be ready for a wide range of potential responses.

WFD’s 17 volunteers share 10 sets of turnout gear, eight of which are over 10 years old. Additionally, the department’s limited budget makes it nearly impossible to purchase additional safety equipment such as  gloves, hoods, and boots without financial assistance.

“The Waldo Volunteer Fire Department is uniquely challenged by a limited budget and tax base combined with the responsibility to provide protection services to infrastructure and facilities commonly found in larger communities,” said Chief Brian Walker. With the new Globe turnout gear and helmets, WFD’s firefighters will be better equipped and protected to respond to whatever emergencies arise.

Hamburg Fire Department

Located in rural northern New Jersey, the Hamburg Fire Department (HFD) is an all-volunteer department with 35 members. Serving a population of approximately 3,500, HFD’s volunteers respond to an average of 250 calls annually.

All 30 of HFD’s sets of turnout gear are more than 10 years old. Their limited budget makes it difficult to provide the necessary gear and equipment to keep firefighters safe while responding to incidents.

“The members of this department are always available to respond when needed, and this donation will ensure that all members have the gear they need to perform their duties when they are called upon by the community,” said public safety director Michael Postorino.

Additional awards will be made monthly throughout 2021. Stay tuned to the NVFC web site, Dispatch newsletter, and Facebook and Twitter pages, as well as the Globe Facebook page, for additional information and announcements.

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Posted: Jul 27, 2021

Ontonagon (MI) Awarded $227,995 to Replace a Rescue Truck

The village of Ontonagon (MI) has been awarded a $227,995 grant to help replace a rescue truck, reports radioresultsnetwork.com.

In total, $2.7 million is being awarded to 16 municipalities statewide through the Financially Distressed Cities, Villages and Townships (FDCVT) Grant Program, the report says.

Municipalities can participate in the program if they’re experiencing probable financial stress, as defined in state law.

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Posted: Jul 27, 2021

Explore New Innovations with Demers Braun Crestline Ambulances at FDIC International

Demers Ambulances, Braun Ambulances, and Crestline Coach will be together again at FDIC International 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana, from August 5 – 7, 2021. The ambulance manufacturers will unite in booth #5638 to exhibit various types of ambulance models across the three brands. In addition, Braun Ambulances will launch a new ambulance safety innovation focused on occupant protection.

“We are looking forward to FDIC International 2021,” says Chad Brown, Vice President of US Sales for Demers Braun Crestline. “It will be the first international tradeshow we’ve attended since the start of the pandemic over a year and a half ago. This means it will be the first opportunity in some time to connect in-person with our dealer partners, new and existing customers, and even some of our internal team members spread throughout the United States and Canada. FDIC is always a great time, but we’re anticipating an especially fun week together as we showcase a wide selection of ambulance models and debut our newest ambulance safety innovation focused on occupant protection.”

Demers Braun Crestline will be located inside the Indiana Convention Center in booth #5638. The exhibit hall will be open Thursday, August 5, 2021, from 12:00 pm to 5:30 pm, Friday, August 6, 2021, from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, and Saturday, August 7, 2021, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Members of the Demers Braun Crestline sales team will be on hand for live demonstrations, answer product questions, and make new connections.

As the second-largest ambulance manufacturer in North America, the Demers Braun Crestline portfolio includes Type I, Type II, and Type III ambulances. A broad spectrum of ambulance models will be displayed in booth #5638, including a Demers MXP 150 Type I ambulance from Rapid City Fire Department and a Demers MXP 170 Type I ambulance. Braun will have a Super Chief Type I ambulance from Nashville Fire Department, as well as a Chief XL F450 4×2 Type I showcasing their newest safety innovation set to debut at the show. Crestline is showcasing the popular CCL 150 Type I ambulance which marks the first time this model has been displayed at FDIC.

Demers Braun Crestline also plans to bring the show to those that are not attending the event. They will host a series of live demonstrations via Facebook Live from the show floor each day. Follow Demers Ambulances, Braun Ambulances, and Crestline Coach to see the schedule and tune in daily August 5-7, 2021.  

For more information about Demers Braun Crestline and their plans for FDIC International 2021, please contact Vanessa Bomboir, US Marketing Manager Demers Braun Crestline at (306) 230-7723 or vbomboir@crestlinecoach.com.

About Demers Braun Crestline: 

Through its strong and diversified portfolio of Demers, Braun, and Crestline brands, the Company operates six production and service centre sites across North America and employs close to 1000 people. Each year, Demers Braun Crestline’s combined brand 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 very highly-customized specialty vehicle. To learn more about how Demers, Braun, and Crestline can help you save more lives, visit Read more

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Posted: Jul 27, 2021

East Kingston (NH) Fire Department to Host Open House

The East Kingston (NH) Fire Department is hosting an Open House and Community Appreciation Event on Saturday, July 31, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the station located at 5 Main St. Complimentary food and drinks will be served.

“Please join us, we would love to see you and say thank you in person,” the department wrote on social media.

Residents will be able to meet firefighters and department staff, tour the station, and view demonstrations of the apparatus.

The event also serves as a thank you to the many community members who made donations that went toward the station’s bathroom and shower upgrade.

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