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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

Southington Fire Engine Struck by Car

Posted: Feb 14, 2017

Southington Fire Engine Struck by Car

The Record-Journal is a local print and digital daily newspaper covering local news, sports and community news in the Central Connecticut area

The rig was reportedly was struck while blocking a lane of traffic at the accident scene. The engine’s wheel and tire were damaged in the crash.

Vigilance is key. Apparatus don't always have to be moving for them to be involved in a crash. blind curves or civilians just not paying attention are the causes for many crashes involving stationary fire apparatus.

Fire Truck Photo of the Day-Pierce Platform Quint

North Riverside (IL) Fire Department 100-foot platform quint. Velocity FR cab and chassis; Detroit DD13 500-hp engine; Waterous CSU 2,000-gpm pump.

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Gary (IN) May Get New Fire Station, Fire Equipment

Posted: Feb 13, 2017

Gary (IN) May Get New Fire Station, Fire Equipment

The city's fire department plans to add five new fire engines to its fleet and could also start construction on a new fire station this year. The City Council has approved a resolution calling for the appropriation of $2.3 million for the lease/purchase of the engines.

The fire department currently has seven engines that are between 17 and 26 years old and in disrepair, while another three are relatively new, officials said. According to Fire Chief Paul Bradley, five of the older fire engines will be replaced with the new engines.

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Four Injured in Charlotte Ambulance Accident

Posted: Feb 13, 2017

Four Injured in Charlotte Ambulance Accident

Four people were injured in a crash involving an ambulance in west Charlotte Monday afternoon. Medic says it happened around 12:20 p.m. as they were responding to a 911 emergency traffic call. The ambulance and another vehicle collided on Ashley Road at Wilkinson Boulevard.