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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 15, 2021

Dash Cam Catches Hit and Run with Fire Truck in Dayton (OH)

Dayton (OH) police released video of an apparent hit and run involving a city fire truck captured by a motorist’s dash camera, according to a report published by the Dayton Daily News.

In the video, a Dayton Fire Department aerial with lights activated attempts to make a right turn while responding to a call for service when another car tries to pass on the right, in the path of the fire truck, according to the newspaper report. There were no injuries in the collision which occurred on Sept. 7 at about 9:30 pm, the paper reported.

The police praised the individual who alerted authorities to the video which police say essentially has helped solve the case, the newspaper said.

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Posted: Sep 15, 2021

Photo of the Day: September 15, 2021

Alexis—Long Lake Township Fire Rescue, Traverse City, MI, rear-mount pumper. Spartan Gladiator MFD cab and chassis; Cummins X15 505-hp engine; Hale RME 2,000-gpm rear-mount pump; Pro Poly 2,000-gallon polypropylene water tank; 40-gallon foam cell; Waterous Aquis 6.0 single-agent foam system; Command Light Knight2 light tower; Whelen LED warning and scene light packages. Dealer: K. Jeffrey Morris, Alexis Fire Equipment, Alexis, IL.

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Posted: Sep 14, 2021

Brookville (PA) Fire Apparatus Has First Call

The new fire truck for the Brookville Fire Department had its first call, reports Connect FM.

The fire department posted to Facebook, “Within around 8 hrs after being officially put into service, Engine 2 had its first call. Box 7C was alerted for a working structure fire at 21:35. Chief 7 arrived on scene and updated with a fully involved fire. Engine 2 was the first on scene followed by Tanker 7 and Engine 7. Engine 2 crew pulled preconnect and got to work knocking the fire down and Tanker 7 supplied water to the engine.”

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Posted: Sep 14, 2021

PA Lawmakers React to KME Closing Carbon County Plant

State lawmakers are reacting to KME closing a plant in Carbon County, reports PA Homepage.