The Kirtland (OH) Fire Department recently accepted a proposal from Cincinnati-based Clear Air Concepts for a new vehicle exhaust removal system at its Station 1, reports news-herald.com.

The MagneGrip Diesel Exhaust Extraction System aims to hook right into the exhaust pipes of emergency vehicles and detach at the door’s threshold as they drive out of the station. The cost is $32,131, most of which will be covered with the remainder of a grant for a similar system installed at Station 2 in June.

The Fire Department received an $83,809 Assistance to Firefighters FEMA Grant toward the initial project. The Station 2 furnishing and installation cost came in at $58,989, leaving $29,011 of that grant money in the Capital Improvement Fund. The city is contributing about $4,190.

The installation is expected to take place in June.

The Zoar (OH) Volunteer Fire Department has three days to move from the fire station or face eviction proceedings in court, reports timesreproter.com.

The earliest an eviction case can be filed is Monday, following the Village Council’s April 23 vote to evict the fire department. The village and the fire department both claim ownership of the station at 190 Fifth St., and the main basis for the fire department’s claim is the written record of a Dec. 9, 1953 Village Council meeting in which members agreed to give land to the fire department for a new fire station.

Village officials, however, plan to use the fire station as a community and safety center in conjunction with the Bolivar Fire Department.

Oshkosh Airport Products has secured its first order for the new Striker® ARFF vehicle. The newly upgraded vehicle will be delivered to the Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport Fire Department in summer 2021.

OSHKOSH, WIS. (May 5, 2021) – Oshkosh Airport Products, LLC, an Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE: OSK) Company, announced today that the company has secured its first order for the new Striker ARFF vehicle, which was introduced in January 2021. The newly upgraded Striker ARFF will be delivered to the Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) Fire Department in late summer 2021. MSP’s new Striker 6×6 ARFF will be an addition to an entirely Oshkosh fleet, and will feature an optimized cockpit, updated body styling, and advanced mobility, speed, and precision.

“Oshkosh Airport Products has a decades-long relationship with the MSP Fire Department and we are grateful to have the opportunity to continue to support this dedicated team and their vital work,” said Jack Bermingham, business unit director for Oshkosh Airport Products. “The new attributes of our Striker ARFF, along with its remarkable legacy features, address the MSP Fire Department’s need for maximized mobility and efficient ergonomic functionality. We are confident this apparatus will exceed performance and longevity of service expectations.”

The MSP Fire Department’s new Oshkosh Striker 6×6 ARFF will feature:
• Scania Engine DC16 V8 670hp Tier IV Final
• 50-foot (15.24 meters) Snozzle® High Reach Extendable Turret
• Water capacity – 3,000-gallons (11,356 liters)
• Foam capacity – 420 gallons (1,589 liters)
• Dry chemical capacity – 500 Ibs (227 kg)
• Halotron capacity – 460 lbs (209 kg)
• Acceleration of 0-50 mph (0-80 km/h) in under 35 seconds
• Optimized cockpit with modular cab design and ergonomic control placement
• Oshkosh CARE™ exterior decontamination wash station
• Updated Oshkosh Command Zone™ software with diagnostic support
• Oshkosh TAK-4® independent suspension
• Oshkosh power divider for pump and roll
• ECO EFP™ system for measurement of foam percentages

MSP spans 3,400 acres with four runways and two terminal buildings and is the 17th busiest U.S. airport for passengers and the 12th busiest for aircraft operations. The MSP Fire Department operates out of two fire stations on the campus to enable the staff to respond quickly to emergency events, even when faced with hazardous northern weather conditions.

“Our team was able to incorporate all of the instrumental mobility, maneuverability, and precision features from the MSP Fire Department’s existing fleet and combine them with enhancements including outstanding operator experience, ergonomic efficiency, and cab functionality,” said Bermingham. “Most notably, is the simplicity of the single cockpit display. This feature, along with many other optimizations, will help apparatus operators effectively handle challenging emergency scenes.”

To learn more about Oshkosh Airport Products and the new Striker 6×6 ARFF, visit www.oshkoshairport.com.

About Oshkosh Airport Products, LLC

Oshkosh Airport Products, LLC, an Oshkosh Corporation company, is a designer and builder of industry-leading airport firefighting vehicles. Its flagship Striker® Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicles are known for their durability and superior performance and are sold throughout the world. For more information, visit www.oshkoshairport.com.

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St. Clairsville (OH) city officials are debating whether to transfer ownership of the station at 142 S. Marietta St. to the Cumberland Trail Fire District, reports timesleaderonline.com.

District ownership of the building, built in 1978, could mean access to more grant funding for upgrades, according to officials. During a recent meeting, officials said there had been discussion of transferring ownership to the district since 2015. The official added that the action was not pursued since 2017, when other matters occupied the city and district.

COVID-19 pandemic obstacles—e.g., proper decontamination and social distancing spaces—have rekindled the talks.

Officials said that if the district takes ownership the first priorities will be a roof, shower facilities, and a diesel exhaust capture system for vehicles in the bay.