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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: Sep 29, 2021

Photo of the Day: September 29, 2021

Alexis—Timber Hollis Fire Protection District, Glasford, IL, top-control Equalizer pumper. Spartan Metro Star MFD cab and chassis; Cummins L9 450-hp engine; stainless steel body and subframe; Waterous CXVC20 1,500-gpm pump; APR polypropylene 1,000-gallon water tank; 20-gallon foam cell; Waterous Aquis 1.5 single-agent foam system; Akron Apollo monitor with TFT manual Extend-A-Gun. Dealer: Greg Landon, Alexis Fire Equipment, Alexis, IL.

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Posted: Sep 29, 2021

Lowe’s Offers First Responders 10-Percent Discount Ahead of National First Responders Day

Lowe’s today announced it will offer a new 10 percent discount coupon for eligible first responders in Lowe’s stores nationwide and on Lowes.com Oct. 22 through Oct. 24, in recognition and appreciation for their service. The gesture acknowledges first responders’ tireless commitment and aims to ensure that when they go home, they have a welcome place of reprieve.

Firefighters, emergency medical technicians/paramedics, police officers, 911 dispatchers, nurses and physicians nationwide can register for the coupon beginning today through Oct. 24 for this special offer by visiting Lowes.com/firstresponders. First responders who successfully register will receive an email with their redeemable discount for a single purchase on eligible items.

“Our nation’s first responders wake up each day with a mission to serve others,” said Marvin Ellison, Lowe’s chairman and CEO. “By providing this special discount, we hope to offer a gesture of gratitude and appreciation to the many brave individuals who put their lives on the line each and every day.”

Throughout Fire Safety Month this October, Lowe’s will also continue its tradition of raising public awareness to help families protect their homes and loved ones from the threats of fire and carbon monoxide. On Oct. 2 and Oct. 9, more than 1,000 Lowe’s stores nationwide will host fire safety education events and demos in Lowe’s parking lots led by local fire departments with fire trucks and First Alert. The events will follow COVID-19-safety guidelines and educate the public on ways to prevent disasters and emergency incidents starting at home.  

Lowe’s and its partner First Alert are also offering information and product resources to help keep homes and families safe from smoke, fire and carbon monoxide at www.firstalert.com/firepreventionmonth and https://www.lowes.com/c/Fire-safety-Electrical.

Lowe’s knows the sacrifices required of first responders firsthand. A leader in disaster prevention, response and relief, Lowe’s continues to support communities in times when it’s needed most, including hosting the company’s largest bucket brigade with essential supplies in a single day, with more than 14,000 buckets assembled and deployed to impacted neighborhoods, and donating more than $2 million to disaster relief efforts following Hurricane Ida. 

Through its 100 Hometowns initiative, Lowe’s associates also recently completed three projects in support of first responders, including upgrading the Mereta Volunteer Fire Department, which serves double duty housing firefighting equipment and functioning as a community hall; rebuilding the Austin Child Guidance Center following damage from 2021’s Texas winter storm; and expanding the Cleveland Hope Lodge, which offers a free place to stay for cancer patients and their caregivers traveling to Ohio for care. 

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 20 million customers a week in the United States and Canada. With fiscal year 2020 sales of nearly $90 billion, Lowe’s and its related businesses operate or servic

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Posted: Sep 28, 2021

Ketchum (ID) Fire Department Moves Into Fire Station

The Ketchum Fire Department has moved into a fire station, reports KMVT 11.

The new 16,000 square foot fire station was funded through $11.5 million bond approved by voters in 2019. The new station offers more space for apparatuses from five to eight and offers more space and convenience for firefighters. The new station has six dorms for firefighters, the old location had three.

Fire officials expect the new fire station will make it easier to recruit firefighters in the future. Even though they have only been in the new station for 10 days, the chief believes the facility will allow them to respond to emergencies faster, due to it being away from a busy street.

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Posted: Sep 28, 2021

Wilson’s Mills (NC) Fire Department Purchases Fire Apparatus

The Wilson’s Mills Fire Department has purchased a 2004 Peirce Dash 100-foot ladder truck that was previously owned by the Cary Fire Department, reports The Johnston County Report.

The pandemic impacted the truck’s arrival. Fire officials expect all equipment to be installed on the truck in the next few weeks. It should be operational and responding to calls the end of October 2021.

The fire truck will be housed at the main fire station. Plans are in the works to add a third fire station. Wilson’s Mills Fire currently has an insurance rating of 3.

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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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