FAMA Awards 2024 Phillip L. Turner Scholarship to Vincent Orfini
Orfini was selected to receive the $5,000 scholarship in recognition of his passion for volunteerism further supported by his strong GPA.
Fire Apparatus
Colloquially known as a fire truck or fire engine, fire apparatus are the beating heart of the fire service, and the means whereby firefighters extinguish the fire. Check out articles on pump operations, apparatus driving, specification, and other rig-related training topics.
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Atlanta Officials Reveal Plans to Address Aging Fire Apparatus Fleet
The move comes in response to an audit that found that one-third of Atlanta’s fire trucks are well beyond their life span.
New Rosenbauer Electric Fire Truck Delivered to Victoria (Canada) FD; Second One Expected in 2025
With a target to electrify or renewably power 80% of its vehicles by 2040, the city has already placed an order for a second unit.
Audit: One-Third of Atlanta Fire Apparatus Are Beyond Their Lifespan
A recently released report by the city of Atlanta’s auditor found that one-third of the city’s fire vehicles were beyond their life cycles as of January.
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Four Firefighters Hospitalized After Indianapolis Fire Apparatus Rolls Over
Four Indianapolis (IN) firefighters were injured when the vehicle they were traveling in rolled over while they were en route to a crash scene.
Dallas Fire Lieutenant Remains Hospitalized After Fire Truck Crash; Hydroplaning Blamed for Wreck
A Dallas fire lieutenant remains hospitalized in the intensive care unit while three other firefighters have been released from the hospital.
More Fire Apparatus
Woman Dies After Crash Between Car, Responding St. Paul Fire Apparatus
A woman died after a downtown collision between a St. Paul fire truck and a Chevrolet Malibu.
OR State Fire Marshal Places Rosenbauer Apparatus Around the State
With a total contract award of 27 Type 3 pumpers and 30 water tenders, the first 12 Type 3 units and first 15 water tenders have been placed.
Rosenbauer, the Official Fire Truck of Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
Over the past three years, Rosenbauer has partnered with the Sturgis community by providing a pumper to the department for year-round use.
Four Dallas Firefighters Injured as Apparatus Crashes Off Bridge
A Dallas Fire-Rescue engine crashed off an expressway bridge on Sunday and landed on a railway track below, injuring four firefighters, officials said.
Rosenbauer America Sets New Standard for Industrial Firefighting Performance
The N200 pump reached full certification at 6,500 gallons per minute and continues to be the most powerful high-flow pump Rosenbauer offers.
Developing a Long-Term Fleet Replacement Plan
Recorded July 25, 2024 | Watch Now!
In this Webcast by Mike Wilbur, participants will learn to determine what, when, and why apparatus needs to be replaced.
In this Webcast by Mike Wilbur, participants will learn to determine what, when, and why apparatus needs to be replaced.
Seven Firefighters Injured in Apparatus Crash While Responding to PA Warehouse Fire
Seven firefighters were injured late Friday night after two tanker trucks crashed while responding to a warehouse fire outside York.
Little Rock (AR) Airport Adds Three Oshkosh Striker 4×4 ARFF Vehicles
The vehicles represent a full fleet replacement and will support Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport's emergency operations.