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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: Oct 11, 2017

Fire Truck Photo of the Day-Bronto Skylift/Scania Aerial Platform

This photo is one fro Chris Mc Loone's recent trip to Tampere, Finland for an exclusive tour of Bronto Skylift.

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Posted: Oct 11, 2017

Fire Truck Photo of the Day-Bronto Skylift/Scania Aerial Platform

This photo is one fro Chris Mc Loone's recent trip to Tampere, Finland for an exclusive tour of Bronto Skylift.

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Auxiliary, Community Support Make New Fire Truck a Reality

Posted: Oct 10, 2017

Auxiliary, Community Support Make New Fire Truck a Reality

Brooklyn Fire Chief Andy McDade said the fire department's auxiliary helped raise the majority of funds necessary to purchase a 2015 Dodge 3500 to replace their existing truck. "We had to upgrade our old utility vehicle for hauling trailers," said McDade, noting the new vehicle needed to have enough towing capability to pull their special operations trailer, which is mainly used for ice water rescue.

The fire department's auxiliary helped raise the majority of funds necessary to purchase a 2015 Dodge 3500 to replace their existing truck.

“We had to upgrade our old utility vehicle for hauling trailers,” said Chief Andy McDade, noting the new vehicle needed to have enough towing capability to pull their special operations trailer, which is mainly used for ice water rescue.

The truck will be upgraded to a rescue unit, McDade said, and noted it will be the first vehicle out the doors when the Brooklyn Fire Department responds to medical alarms and traffic control calls.

Combined with the trade-in of the old vehicle, McDade said the upgrade cost about $60,000.

West Fork Fire Department Seeks New Station

The newly formed West Fork Volunteer Fire Department is gaining traction, thanks to donated equipment, training and a $100,000 from the owners of Dunton Hot Springs resort. Residents of the West Fork Valley north of Dolores formed the nonprofit department last year to address the lack of nearby emergency services.

Residents of the West Fork Valley north of Dolores formed the nonprofit department last year to address the lack of nearby emergency services. A five-person board has been working on logistics, including fundraising for building a fire station.

“The station will provide fire protection for a community that currently has no fire station, preventing homeowners from being insured and putting their safety at risk,” according to a statement from Bennet’s office. “We plan to introduce the bill in the Senate this fall after incorporating feedback from the county and community.”