Archive for August 2nd, 2018

Former Schaumburg FD Squad 55 for sale

Schaumburg is selling the 2006 Spartan/Rosenbauer that was formerly Squad 55

2006 Spartan/Rosenbauer fire engine for sale

2006 Spartan/Rosenbauer fire engine for sale

2006 Spartan/Rosenbauer fire engine for sale

Former Schaumburg FD Squad 55

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South Chicago Heights Fire Department history

This from Mike Summa:

 TBT-Truck 5 in South Chicago Heights was this 1960’s Ward LaFrance Hi-Ranger. I do not know the specs on this truck.  If anyone knows please fill in.
Mike Summa
South Chicago Heights FD Ward LaFrance hi-Ranger

Mike Summa photo

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Chicago Fire Department history

This from Steve Redick:

Another classic recording from my archive. The largest in a series of arson fires in this area, mainly started on back porches and in garages. This was very typical of the fire activity in the city then.
Some voices I recognize: Eddie Karas as 477, Dan Mahoney, Art Benker, and Jeff Rodrigues in the office. I made this recording on my old voice activated recorder back then and was 2 years away from starting my career in the office. This is some great stuff … give a listen 
 
Steve

 

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