New ambulance for the Rockford Fire Department

From macqueen Facebook: 
Rockford Fire Department recently took delivery of a Demers Ambulances MXP170 Type 1 ambulance on a Ford F550 4×4 diesel chassis. Type 1 ambulances are built with ample storage for equipment and the ability to customize with countless model configurations available. Thank you for your trust in MacQueen and Demers!
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MacQueen photo

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MacQueen photo

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MacQueen photo

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New tanker for the Inverness FPD (more)

From HME Ahrens-Fox on Facebook:

It was a pleasure to host Lt. Tony Christie, Lt. Seth Myers and Firefighter John McDermott from the Inverness Fire Protection District (IL) to HME Ahrens-Fox for the inspection of their new tanker.

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The Fire Museum of Greater Chicago

From The Fire Museum of Greater Chicago on Facebook:

The last open house of the year is this Saturday, November 23 at the museum 5218 S Western…all the cool people will be there and you should too!!! 1000-1400

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Buffalo Grove Fire Department news

From Buffalo Grove Professional Firefighters and Paramedics Local 3177 on Facebook:

Come join us! We will be hiring EMT-Bs off this list. Spread the word!
Have you considered a career as a firefighter/paramedic? 
Are you already a firefighter, but looking for a new environment? 
Join the Buffalo Grove Fire Department—we’re hiring new recruits! 
Here in BG, the community’s well being is our top priority. Through our commitment to safety, our firefighters have access to regional resources, top tier training and career advancement opportunities. Plus, they make a difference in the community every single day.
Don’t just take our word for it, hear directly from some of our firefighters and EMS personnel about their experience at the BGFD in this video. 
Learn more and apply today at www.vbg.org/jobs.

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Carbondale Fire Department buys a used engine

From firetruckmall.com:

Sold to: City of Carbondale Fire Department – IL

2010 Pierce Impel PUC rescue pumper

  • Stock#: 17951
  • Seating for 4; 3 SCBA seats
  • Mileage: 46,070
  • Engine hours: 3,858
  • Cummins ISL 425 HP diesel engine
  • Allison Gen IV 3000EVS automatic transmission
  • 1500-GPM side-mount pump
  • 750-gallon polypropylene tank

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New engine for Alsip (more)

From Alsip Fire Department Facebook page. 

Our new Engine 2073 is now in-service at Fire Station #2 and ready to serve our community!!!
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Ambulance re-chassis for the Frankfort FPD (more)

From crossroads ambulance sale and service Facebook. 

The Frankfort Fire Protection District Medwerks ambulance remount through Alexis Fire Equipment Company is ready for final inspection and detail before delivery!  
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Crossroads ambulance sales photo

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Crossroads ambulance sales photo

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Surplus Chicago FD ladder truck for sale

Found at publicsurplus.com:

Final Price $4,050.00 (Reserve has been met)
Time Left Closed 
# of Bids 
First Offer $2,500.00
Date
Auction Started: Nov 12, 2024 08:31 AM MST
Auction Ended: Nov 15, 2024 02:30 PM MST
Year:  2002
Manufacturer:  PIERCE
Model:  FIRE TRUCK
Hours:  UNKNOWN
VIN:  4P1CT02SX2A001969
Running Condition:  UNKNOWN

NOTE: NO KEY; REPLACEMENT AERIAL LADDER NEEDED; AXLES REMOVED FOR TRANSPORT PURPOSE (May be missing unidentified parts; Other items pictured are not included in auction; operational condition not known; other unidentified issues may be present).
LAST KNOWN MILES: 144,398
LAST KNOWN HOURS: 92,745

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City of Chicago photo

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New truck for Romeoville FD (more)

From Bill Schreiber:

Romeoville Engine 23 Rosenbauer Commander EXT 55Ft. ACP has started body production 

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Rosenbauer photo

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Rosenbauer photo

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Rosenbauer photo

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Rosenbauer photo

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New engine for the Lockport Township FPD (more)

From Lockport Township Fire Facebook page 

Yesterday, new Engine 2 was placed in service. New Engine 2 is replacing our current Engine 2 which is being moved to station 4 and will become Engine 4. Current Engine 4 which is a 2007, will be moved to reserve status.
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