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Welcome

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

Breaching Whale Strikes NJ Fireboat, Sending Crew Overboard

Posted: Jul 6, 2026

Breaching Whale Strikes NJ Fireboat, Sending Crew Overboard

A Carteret fireboat was severely damaged after being struck by a whale in Raritan Bay during a security patrol.

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Oakland (CA) Police Car and Medical Transport Van Collide at Intersection

Posted: Jul 6, 2026

Oakland (CA) Police Car and Medical Transport Van Collide at Intersection

An Oakland police car collided with a medical transport vehicle near downtown Oakland.

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Forest Service Firefighters Can Now Wear Breathing Masks for Some Work on the Fire Line

Posted: Jul 5, 2026

Forest Service Firefighters Can Now Wear Breathing Masks for Some Work on the Fire Line

The U.S. Forest Service and Department of the Interior have expanded N95 mask use for firefighters during certain wildfire tasks, acknowledging health risks from smoke, though limitations remain.

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OH Township to Build New Offices, Improve Fire House

Posted: Jul 5, 2026

OH Township to Build New Offices, Improve Fire House

Plymouth Township is breaking ground on a $1 million project to expand fire department facilities, funded by a zero-interest loan, addressing long-standing needs for improved infrastructure.

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