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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: May 24, 2022

Dodge Charger Slams into Back of Houston (TX) Fire Truck

No serious injuries after what appears to be a late model Dodge Charger slammed into the back of a Houston (TX) fire truck blocking a previous crash scene on Monday afternoon, according to the Houstonian News.

The article reported there was major damage to the front of the car that crashed into the engine near the Gulf Freeway feeder road.

The Houston fire chief told the newspaper that it was the third time in a week a motorist hit a fire apparatus at a scene of a primary crash.

No firefighters were injured during any of the crashes, according to the newspaper.

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Posted: May 24, 2022

Man Arrested for Damaging Bakersfield (CA) Fire Station

A 38-year-old man was arrested for damaging the downtown Bakersfield (CA) fire station, according to a report published by KBAK Fox 58.

Police officers were summoned to the station on H Street on a report that someone had kicked in the glass of the front door, according to the report.

The suspect, Raith McClenaghan, received medical care from the firefighters for injuries he sustained when he allegedly broke the glass in the door, according to the report, which added he was arrested and charged with causing about $1,000 in damages.

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Posted: May 24, 2022

Photo of the Day: May 24, 2022

Weis—Williamson County Fire & Rescue, Franklin, TN, quick attack unit. Ford F-550 XLT Super Cab and chassis; 6.7L 4V OHV Turbo Diesel B20 475-hp engine; Waterous E511-C24.8 Kubota diesel engine 150-gpm @115-psi portable pump; UPF Poly 400-gallon water tank; rear-mounted pump panel; four ground sweep nozzles; Warn M12000 front bumper winch; custom platform with integrated steps to access top-mounted hose trays. Dealer: Mike Weis, Weis Fire & Safety Equipment, Salina, KS.

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Posted: May 23, 2022

Photos: LAFD Gets Rosenbauer Electric Fire Apparatus

Fire photographer Rick McClure shared some photos of the arrival of the City of Los Angeles (CA) Fire Department’s first electric fire apparatus.

The rig from Rosenbauer will soon enter service at LAFD Station 82 in Hollywood, and LAFD members participated in a traditional push-in ceremony for the fire truck earlier this month.

LAFD Purchasing First Rosenbauer Electric Fire Engine in North America