FA Volume 28 Issue 8

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Delivery of the Month: Check out this Mehlville (MO) Fire Protection District pumper by Rosenbauer.

The committee chose to spec a walk-around body with a walk-in area behind the crew cab.

Coastal zones, rapidly moving rivers, and vast lakes all pose a serious need for a reliable, rugged fireboat.

Editor in Chief Chris Mc Loone recently asked Chris Ferrara a few questions about his new company, the fire apparatus market, and more.

Don't miss this chance to elevate your health and fitness! Our guest speaker is an internationally-recognized sports nutritionist.

KZF Design knew it had a challenge in designing and building a new headquarters, Station 41, for the Lebanon (OH) Fire Department.

The Grosse Ile FD responds to 11 islands as well as portions of the Detroit River, Lake Erie, and the Livingstone Channel.

It is inexcusable that we continue to have rural fire departments trying to rely on tankers that are more than 50 years old.

Extrication training and practice will increase proficiency, which leads to better treatment for those who are injured.

The latest trend is to have portable winches that can fit into receiver hitches and be moved around all sides of a vehicle as needed.

The department previously operated a 1989 Ford F-350 with a utility body and skid mount pump.

The fire service has been using thermal imagers to provide for better safety and to also improve customer service within their communities.

Recent improvements in battery power and life have increased the use of battery-powered hand tools instead of electric corded versions.