Having already responded to three fires since its arrival, Tuesday's gathering at the Bruce Township Fire Department to exhibit the newest addition required a thorough washing to ensure the 2017 Kenworth T 370 was looking its best.
Adding that to the two other tankers — one capable of hauling 2,000 gallons and the second sporting a 2,500 gallon capacity — Bruce Township can now arrive at any scene with a full 7,500 gallons of fire-fighting capability before the foaming agent is introduced.
While hauling water is a key component, the volunteer firefighters were quick to point out that accessing water is just as important and the new truck is designed to tap into about any available reservoir be it a septic lagoon or fast flowing river.