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Request for information …

I am curious about a type of unit operated by the Chicago Fire Dept.  They are designated as rescue companies and consist of two trucks.  One of the trucks carries a 55′ aerial platform.  Why are there two trucks?  Why does a rescue carry an aerial platform?  What type of equipment does each truck carry?  Does the CFD also operate “normal” type rescues?

Robert Barrows
Hartford, CT

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A request for information

I have noticed that the CFD operates units comprised of a Rosenbauer ’55 ACP and a secondary unit.  I am curious to know what each unit carries and why their content could not have been put on one much larger unit.

Robert Barrows
Hartford, CT
 

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