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The Finest Supporting the Bravest!

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: Jan 21, 2021

Bonita Springs Fire Control & Rescue District (FL) Fire Apparatus Rolls Over

A Bonita Springs Fire Control & Rescue District fire truck rolled over on the way to a kitchen fire, reports WINK News.

There were no reported injuries. The fire truck took a sharp turn and rolled over into a wooded area.

Firefighters still made it to the scene and were able to quickly put out the kitchen fire.

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Posted: Jan 21, 2021

Royalston (MA) Uses Funds for Fire Equipment

Royalston is using funds from CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security) Act to purchase defibrillators, reports Athol Daily News.

The replacements were needed as the units at the town building and some of the departmental units were over a decade old. The cost was nearly $11,000.

The fire department is also working on a project to place street numbers at businesses and homes.

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Posted: Jan 21, 2021

Monroe (LA) Welcomes Four Fire Apparatus

The Monroe Fire Department unveiled four near pumper trucks, reports Monroe News Star.

Ferrara Fire Apparatus built the trucks at a cost of approximately $2 million. All trucks were purchased using funds derived from a 10-year tax renewal for fire department capital expenditure projects.

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Grosse Pointe Woods (MI) Takes Delivery of Fire Apparatus

Grosse Pointe Woods has welcomed a new fire truck that includes double mirrors, interior and exterior cameras and a 100-foot ladder, reports Grosse Pointe Woods.

The $1,071,000 fire truck is a much-needed investment for the city. The truck, manufactured by E-ONE, is equipped with upgraded technology. With camera capabilities, there should be few times when personnel will be required to climb to the top of the ladder to put out a fire.

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