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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.

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Posted: Oct 12, 2021

Champaign (IL) Fire Station Hit by Bullets

The fire station in Champaign (IL) was hit by several bullets late Saturday night (Oct. 9), according to a report published by television station WCIA.

According to the report, the incident was first notice by firefighters as they responded to a call between 5 and 6 o’clock and spotted a hole in the garage door window and, upon further investigation, they noticed several other bullet marks on the building.

The television station reported no one was hurt in the incident and the gunfire, although is a little unsettling to those who are sworn to protect and serve the community, it did not affect response times or services provided by the station.

An investigation is underway to determine who fired shots at the firehouse and why, according to WCIA.

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Posted: Oct 12, 2021

Photo of the Day: October 12, 2021

Toyne—Mt. Morris (IL) Fire Protection District pumper. Spartan Metro Star MFD cab and chassis; Cummins L9 380-hp engine; Waterous CSU 1,750-gpm pump; UPF Poly 1,000-gallon water tank; 25-gallon foam cell; FoamPro 2001 Class A foam system; Syntex 1,500-gallon portable tank. Dealer: Orin Snodgrass, Dinges Fire Company, Amboy, IL.

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Posted: Oct 11, 2021

Burnsville (MN) Hosts Fire Station Open House Before Moving

Burnsville Fire Department is hosting an open house to say goodbye to a fire station, reports Patch.com.

The fire department is moving to a new 44,000-square foot fire station in November. The new building is estimated to cost $18.6 million. Features include living units with bathrooms, noise-insulating walls, a selective alarm system to wake only those who are needed, and more. It will also feature 10 apparatus bays, training areas and administrative spaces.

The existing fire station is expected to remain operational.

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Posted: Oct 11, 2021

East Keansburg (NJ) Fire Co. Fire Apparatus Damaged in Accident

An East Keansburg Fire Co. fire engine was damaged after crashing into a guardrail, reports Monmouth Daily Voice.

No one was hurt in the accident but the fire truck reportedly sustained damage.

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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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