Apparatus

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Lawnside Fire Department Lacks Working Rigs
“Public safety has never been a priority with the borough," Lawnside Fire Chief Mark Jay said, adding that all three rigs are broken.
Jan. 18, 2026
White Mills volunteer firefighter charged with DUI after crashing tanker while responding to call
Jan. 14, 2026
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Jan. 13, 2026
Tulsa Fire Department
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Jan. 12, 2026
Alcohol Suspected in Crash Involving Grand Rapids, MI, Fire Apparatus
Jan. 11, 2026
Concerns Over Fatal Fire, Pumper Crash Leads Commissioners Closing Quinlan, TX, Fire Department
Jan. 10, 2026
Report: Los Angeles Fire Apparatus, Ambulance Fleet Declined Over Past Year
Jan. 9, 2026
New push to replace outdated fire engines after Roseland blaze
Jan. 8, 2026
Photo by Alan Chiasson
Fire department leaders and members must reframe apparatus maintenance as a shared responsibility. Every firefighter should feel ownership of the rig. That means checking thoroughly, questioning irregularities and documenting issues clearly.
Jan. 2, 2026

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