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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.

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Posted: Feb 24, 2022

Sunset (TX) Fire Truck Hit by Semi-truck at Crash Scene

A Sunset (TX) Fire Department engine blocking an interstate crash was hit by a passing 18-wheeler and significantly damaged on Wednesday, according to a report published by KAUZ News 6.

The television station reported no one was injured, but the engine was sent about 60 feet after the secondary crash which occurred during a winter storm.  The engine sustained significant damage and the fire department says the loss of the apparatus was a “devastating blow” to the volunteer fire department.

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Posted: Feb 24, 2022

Cleveland (OH) Fire Department Trailer Stolen

Both Cleveland fire and police officials are asking the public for help locating a stolen trailer, reports cleveland19.com.

Police officials say the Community Emergency Response Team trailer was last seen on February 8. They believe that the white trailer was stolen from the Cleveland Fire Training Academy at 3101 Lakeside Ave.

Anyone with tips regarding the missing trailer is encouraged to call detectives at 216-623-5318.

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Posted: Feb 24, 2022

Photo of the Day: February 24, 2022

HME Ahrens-Fox—Silver City (NM) Fire Department rescue pumper. HME Ahrens-Fox 1871-W cab and chassis; Cummins L9 450-hp engine; Hale DSD 1,500-gpm pump; UPF Poly 1,000-gallon water tank; 30-gallon foam cell; Hale FoamLogix 2.1 Class A foam system; clean cab design; transverse compartment configured to house soiled turnout gear, SCBA, and tools. Dealer: Jeff Wood, Firefighter Trucks, Las Cruces, NM.

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Posted: Feb 23, 2022

Decorah (IA) Decides on Location for Potential New Fire Station

Decorah city officials had been surveying a trio of locations for a potential new fire station, but they’ve now narrowed that list down to one: the existing City Hall property, reports decorahnews.com.

Officials say the Heivly Street property is the best location for the new facility.

The city is still mulling whether to embark on a $10 million project, which would include some remodeling of City Hall, or a $15 million project, which would include major upgrades to City Hall, according to the report.

City council said that a further study is needed before committing to a project of either magnitude; a special city council meeting or a study session are potential outcomes.

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Fire Mechanics Section Board

Chair

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Chair

Elliot Courage
North Whatcom Fire & Rescue
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Vice Chair

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Vice Chair

Mike Smith 
Pierce County Fire District #5
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Secretary

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Secretary

Greg Bach
South Snohomish County Fire & Rescue
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Director #1

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #1

Doug Jones
South Kitsap Fire & Rescue
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Director #2

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #2

Paul Spencer 
Fire Fleet Maintenance LLC
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Director #3

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #3

Jim Morris
Mountain View Fire Department
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Director #4

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #4

Arnie Kuchta

Clark County Fire District 6

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Director #6

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #6

Brett Annear
Kitsap County Fire District 18
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Director #5

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #5

Jay Jacks
Camano Island Fire & Rescue
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Legislative Representative

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Legislative Representative

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Immediate Past Chair

Posted: Oct 20, 2015

Immediate Past Chair

Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

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