West Palm Beach Police are attempting to locate the vehicle and it's occupants after a fire engine was struck by gunfire, reports cbs12.com (http://bit.ly/1lmYW7Z)

West Palm Beach Police responded to the Publix parking lot at 828 Southern Blvd after a fire engine was struck by gunfire. The engine was parking in the lot and occupied by a Fire Captain. 

Officers report that the Captain was not injured and are asking anyone with information to contact Detective Vertefeuille at 561-822-1673

Coxreels® 1125 Series motorized hose reels have all the features demanded by industry professionals. The industry-preferred design features a sturdy, one-piece, all-welded “A” frame base as well as a low profile outlet riser and an open drum slot design providing for a non-crimping, smooth hose wrap. The 1125 Series motor-driven hose reel is operated by a reliable, direct gear drive providing for a quiet and smooth retraction. The gear drive requires no maintenance, lubrication, or chain adjustment.

The gear drive on the 1125 Series also provides a multitude of added safety features, including a simple drive system with less moving parts and pieces, which drastically minimizes workplace injury. In place of the chain sprockets, the direct gear drive ensures anuninterrupted reel operation, as there is no chance of a chain ever breaking or becoming loose.

Coxreels® has remained steadfast and focused on manufacturing high-quality professional grade hose, cord, and cable reels since 1923. Offering a full product line serving the industry in every channel and application, Coxreels® takes great pride in designing, building, and supporting all of their products right here in the U.S.A.

For further information on the Coxreels® gear drive on motor-driven 1125 models and product line, contact Customer Service at (800) 269-7335 or visit www.coxreels.com. 

Rescue 1—Monmouth County (NJ) Sheriff, heavy-duty rescue. Spartan Metro Star X cab and chassis; Cummins ISC 380-hp engine; 18-foot, nine-inch walk around rescue body.

The Gwinnett Board of Commissioners approved two contracts Nov. 3 to benefit the Department of Fire and Emergency Services. The first contract for $488,730 will provide medical supplies through Nov. 3 of next year. The second contract was awarded to low bidder GT Distributors of Georgia, Inc. in the amount of $110,821 for the purchase of protective helmets.

In addition, commissioners voted to accept the Georgia Trauma Care Network Commission Grant to be administered by the Georgia Association of Emergency Medical Services in the amount of $102,777. The grant can be used for the reimbursement of any trauma related equipment and will be used to fund the purchase of protective helmets. The grant is 100 percent funded by the Georgia Trauma Care Network Commission with no matching requirements.

For more information, view www.ajc.com