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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: Aug 9, 2021

One Hurt in Accident with Houston (TX) Fire Apparatus

One person was injured in an accident with a Houston Fire Department fire truck, reports ABC 13.

The person was taken to the hospital for treatment. Details of what caused the accident have not yet been provided.

The truck involved is HFD Engine 21, which is based at Fire Station 21.

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Posted: Aug 9, 2021

Indian Valley Fire and Rescue Department (CA) Fire Station Destroyed by Dixie Fire

The Indian Valley Fire and Rescue Department is still working despite the loss of its fire station to the Dixie Fire, reports FOX 40.

The volunteer department is responsible for Greenville and surrounding areas including Taylorsville, Indian Falls, Arlington and Genesee. Firefighters will respond to emergencies from their own homes. But as the fi

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Posted: Aug 9, 2021

White Sulphur Springs (WV) VFD Welcomes Fire Apparatus

A tanker fire apparatus has joined the fleet of White Sulphur Springs Volunteer Fire Department, reports The West Virginia Daily News.

A city official said the $300,000 purchase was important as the tanker has a water supply and the fire department serves areas where hydrants aren’t available.

The fire department posted to Facebook, “We would like to thank the citizens along with the City of White Sulphur Springs,WV for their support in the purchase of a new fire tanker. We strive to provide the best fire protection for our community, with out your support this would not be attainable.”

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Posted: Aug 9, 2021

Greenville (CA) Gets Loaner Fire Truck From State

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) will temporarily deploy a new fire engine to the Greenville Fire Department, following the complete loss of its building and equipment due to the Dixie Fire, according to a news release from the Governor’s Office.

The Cal OES Type 1 fire engine provides Greenville’s Indian Valley Fire Department and Chief Tony Balbiani with a fully equipped engine to continue their efforts in fighting fires and keeping their community safe. The Indian Valley Fire Department consists of a fire hall in Greenville, Taylorsville, North Arm, and Genesee.

“This fire brought tragedy not only to the fire department but to their whole community. Cal OES has at least been able to get their fire department this engine, which allows them to continue to serve their community with fire and emergency services” states Cal OES Fire and Rescue Chief Brian Marshall.

This partnership is made possible by the California Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid System, which provides local government fire agencies with fire apparatus to maintain surge capacity during day-to-day duties and major events/emergencies.

The Dixie Fire continues to actively burn in Butte, Plumas and Tehama counties, burning more than 463,477 acres since its start on July 13. It is now the second largest fire in California’s history and the largest fire burning currently in the country.

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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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