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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

Appleton (WI) Fire Station to Close for Repairs

Posted: Oct 11, 2017

Appleton (WI) Fire Station to Close for Repairs

A fire station on Appleton's northeast side will close for repairs on Thursday.

The Appleton Fire Department says a sturctural engineer determined that the apparatus floor of Fire Station #4, 724 E. Greenfield St., needs to be repaired. While the repairs are done, the station will be closed for 8-10 weeks.

During that time, the engine company normally housed at the station will be moved to Station #6 on Lightning Drive. Firefighters housed at that station, along with Station #1 Drew Street, will cover Station #4's area. GPS will help the nearest crew respond to any call.

West Fork (CO) Fire Department Seeks New Fire 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.

Planners are looking to construct the station next to the Dolores County maintenance yard on the West Fork Road near Fish Creek, right before where the road turns to dirt.

Legislation is being drafted by Sen. Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) that asks Congress to transfer 4 acres of San Juan National Forest land to Dolores county for the 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."

No Injuries reported in Leesburg Fire Apparatus Accident with N.J. State Police Vehicle

No injuries were reported Tuesday morning after a Leesburg firetruck struck a N.J. State Police vehicle in a Wawa parking lot. About 9:30 a.m., the firetruck was pulling into the parking lot of Wawa on Route 47 when it reportedly struck the back of a parked trooper cruiser.

About 9:30 a.m., the firetruck was pulling into the parking lot of Wawa on Route 47 when it reportedly struck the back of a parked trooper cruiser.

Damage was minor and both vehicles were able to drive away, according to police reports.

Horry County (SC) School Receives Fire Apparatus for Training

Students at the Academy for Technology and Academics are getting one step closer to becoming firefighters thanks to the Loris Fire Department.

The fire department donated an old fire truck to students in the Fire Emergency Management program at the school so students could get more hands-on experience working as a firefighter.

Horry County Schools and Horry County Fire Rescue have a partnership that allows officers to instruct students wanting to become firefighters. Captain Billy Strickland is one of those instructors at the Academy for Technology and Academics, and he said having this fire truck helps because they don't have to borrow trucks from recruit schools anymore. He also said it gives students a sense of responsibility.