Water Tenders Supplant Municipal Water Supply Systems
San Francisco’s water supply system is broken down into three unique areas, which is an interesting system for the fire service.
Setauket (NY) Fire District Has a History of Big Orders
The department purchased four pumpers at once. The committee wanted four identical, multiuse rescue pumpers.
Jackson Hole (WY) Fire/EMS Chooses Pierce PUC Rescue-Pumper
This rig is the second Pierce in the fleet. The added space for EMS supplies allows the new engine to assist ambulances during responses.
Eastport (NY) FD Acquires Two New Pierce Pumpers
Ex-Chief Paul Massey was instrumental in the acquisition of two new Pierce Enforcer pumpers for Eastport's response area.
NY Department Switches from Quint
The fire company was in the process of replacing its 2002 100-foot tower due to mechanical issues. Replacement planning started in 2020.
Bohemia (NY) FD Sticks with Pierce for Impel Pumper
About two years ago, BFD formed a truck committee to start the design and spec writing process to replace its 2000 Pierce Lance engine.
Quint Offers Greater Reach, Maneuverability to St. Augustine (FL) FD
St. Augustine is notorious for its tight streets, and navigating fire apparatus throughout the city is an inherent problem and a challenge.
Sutphen Pumper-Tanker Replaces 1989 Rig
Sutphen was chosen not only for meeting the fire company’s specs but because Sutphen East is not far from its response area.
Brookhaven (NY) FD Stays with Pierce to Replace 20-Year-Old Quint
The Brookhaven Fire Department took the time to investigate and plan for this large purchase.
Walter Motor Truck Company
While this is not a comprehensive history of the Walter Motor Truck Company, the author decided to share a bit about its storied past.