As Wall Street Chases Profits, Fire Departments Have Paid the Price
Fire engine manufacturing is now largely controlled by three companies. Around the country, prices have soared, and orders ...
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Captiva fire board talks of truck options for replacement
The Captiva Island Fire Control District’s commission considered proposals for a fire engine or ladder truck to replace the ...
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This Man Rescues Classic Fire Engines
Tom Cotter is good at sniffing out barn finds, but in a recent video he uncovers something just as miraculous. A guy in rural ...
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The Apparatus Architect: Pumpers Designed to Move Big Water
The hydrant flow testing that was conducted by the NBFU was critical when assessing the fire protection level and the appropriate number of engine and ladder companies. Historically, large city ...
On eve of retirement, Waynesville fire chief asks for new fire trucks
On the eve of his departure, Waynesville's fire chief has made one last appeal to town council for additional fire trucks and personnel. Fire Chief Joey Webb is retiring Wednesday, Feb. 19, after ...