by John M. Malecky
The Woodlands Township (TX) Fire Department designs its truck company apparatus as quints to maintain its ISO Class 1 rating. Deputy Chief Doug Adams says the department has five engines and four quints. Its new PIERCE is housed with an engine, but it is primarily a ladder company. The unit can be used interchangeably and will respond to any call to which it is closest.
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The Syracuse-Hancock International Airport, Syracuse, New York, uses this aircraft rescue and firefighting unit built by STONEWELL BODIES to respond to fire, emergency medical services, elevator, and aircraft emergencies, says Captain Zach Smith. The unit is also used as a command center for large-scale incidents.
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The Wanamassa Fire Company, Ocean Township, New Jersey, placed in service this water rescue/utility unit built by EMERGENCY VEHICLES, INC. Deputy Fire Marshal Dean Schoch says the unit replaces an old converted ambulance and is custom designed for its use. It responds to water rescues, hazmats, and de-watering calls.
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