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The purpose of the Fire Mechanics Section is to promote standardization of fire apparatus and equipment preventative maintenance, improve safety standards and practices, promote workshops, conferences, and seminars related to the purposes of this Section, and to promote cost savings through standardization of building and equipment purchasing and maintenance.

RECENT FIRE MECHANIC NEWS

Posted: Jan 2, 2026

‘Grossly unfair’: CA Firehouse Debate Heats Up

A debate over fire services in Ross, California, centers on reopening a closed firehouse. Supporters argue costs are unfair, while officials defend existing emergency services. A council meeting is set for January 8.

The post ‘Grossly unfair’: CA Firehouse Debate Heats Up appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jan 2, 2026

Two PA Fire Companies Vote to Merge

Avondale and West Grove fire companies in New Garden, Pennsylvania, voted to merge on November 22, forming a $5 million regional department by January 1, 2027, covering 120 square miles.

The post Two PA Fire Companies Vote to Merge appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jan 1, 2026

Apparatus Incident at the Center of NJ Fire Company Dispute with Township Officials

Tensions between Mountain Lake Volunteer Fire Company and Liberty Township officials have escalated over alleged interference in emergency operations and a five-year driving suspension for a firefighter.

The post Apparatus Incident at the Center of NJ Fire Company Dispute with Township Officials appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Posted: Jan 1, 2026

CA Firefighter Suffers Medical Emergency, Dies While Fighting House Fire

A Cal Fire/Riverside County firefighter, Engineer Danny Cook, 45, died from a medical emergency while fighting a fire in Nuevo on December 31. Two civilians were hospitalized.

The post CA Firefighter Suffers Medical Emergency, Dies While Fighting House Fire appeared first on Fire Apparatus: Fire trucks, fire engines, emergency vehicles, and firefighting equipment.

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Fire Mechanics Section Board

Chair

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Chair

Elliot Courage
North Whatcom Fire & Rescue
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Vice Chair

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Vice Chair

Mike Smith 
Pierce County Fire District #5
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Secretary

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Secretary

Greg Bach
South Snohomish County Fire & Rescue
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Director #1

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #1

Doug Jones
South Kitsap Fire & Rescue
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Director #2

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #2

Paul Spencer 
Fire Fleet Maintenance LLC
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Director #3

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #3

Jim Morris
Mountain View Fire Department
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Director #4

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #4

Arnie Kuchta

Clark County Fire District 6

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Director #6

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #6

Brett Annear
Kitsap County Fire District 18
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Director #5

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #5

Jay Jacks
Camano Island Fire & Rescue
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Legislative Representative

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Legislative Representative

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Immediate Past Chair

Posted: Oct 20, 2015

Immediate Past Chair

Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

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