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Photos from Kirk Bennett in 1974 showing Glencoe’s first paramedic ambulance
Kirk Bennett photo
Kirk Bennett photo
Kirk Bennett photo
Kirk Bennett photo
Kirk Bennett photo
Kirk Bennett photo
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More from Derrick Warner
Chicago FD Ambulance 42
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Derrick Warner photo
Tri-State FPD photo
Found at firetruckmall.com:
2013 Wheeled Coach Ford Ambulance
Sold to: West End FPD – Paul, Idaho
thanks Martin
From Derrick Warner for #TBT:
Northfield Rescue Squad and police officers with a patient at the station in 1974
From ThreeLakesFire.org:
Thank you Round Lake, IL for your wonderful donation and to the Three Lakes Tavern League for your donation towards our decals!
Three Lakes FD photo
Three Lakes FD photo
Excerpts from the vcnewsreview.com:
Three Lakes firefighters gifted a ladder truck
Posing in front of their “new” 1998 ladder truck are Three Lakes firefighters: in back from left, Devon Kirby, David Kirby and Fire Chief Bob Canada, in front, Lee Tauer and Tyler Landrus.Photo By Kurt KruegerThanks to the generosity of a fire district in Round Lake, IL, the Three Lakes Fire Department recently replaced its outdated 1988 ladder truck with a newer 1998 truck — free of charge.
Fire Chief Bob Canada trekked to Round Lake two months ago with fellow firefighters to inspect and pick up a ladder truck taken out of service by the Round Lake Fire District. The district’s board had made it known that they were decommissioning a truck that could be donated to a department that needed it, perfect timing for a Three Lakes crew that had recently taken its 36-year-old unit out of service.
The department had been looking at a 2006 truck that was priced at $350,000, far more than they could afford. That price was equal to the last new engine they purchased years ago.
As the department envisioned making the new equipment its own, along came the Three Lakes Tavern League with a $1,000 donation to get new vinyl graphics on the truck.
Three Lakes was the second department in Oneida County to get a ladder truck in 1988, when developers of the New Northernaire were required by the county, as part of its building permits, to provide the fire department with equipment capable of fighting a fire on a complex that was 35 feet in height.
thanks Danny
Found at firetruckmall.com:
2014 Pierce Arrow XT 75′ Aerial – Sold and DeliveredSold to: Appomattox VFD – VA
From the timesvirginian.com:
The Appomattox Volunteer Fire Department (AVFD) is excited to announce plans to replace its 21-year-old ladder truck with a 2014 Pierce Arrow XT, which will be refurbished to align with AVFD’s fleet and operational needs. This new addition will greatly enhance the department’s ability to protect the lives and property of the Appomattox community.
The AVFD Truck Committee has been conducting a search for a suitable replacement for the aging 2003 ladder truck. Given the high cost of new vehicles and extended delivery times, the committee shifted its focus to finding a reliable pre-owned truck. The committee identified the 2014 Pierce Arrow XT as an ideal solution and traveled to inspect the vehicle. After presenting their findings to the department, AVFD voted to proceed with the purchase, contingent on funding approval from the County of Appomattox and the Town of Appomattox.
On Dec. 16, AVFD Fire Chief Jonathan Garrett presented the plan to the Appomattox County Board of Supervisors, requesting a $450,000 interest-free loan. The board unanimously approved the funding. The following evening, on Dec. 17, Garrett and department representatives pitched the proposal to the Town Council, which unanimously agreed to contribute $300,000 to the project.
The truck, priced at $650,000, will undergo a comprehensive refurbishment to ensure it meets AVFD’s operational standards and matches the appearance of the department’s existing fleet. Excess funding provided by the town will be allocated toward equipping the truck with necessary tools and mounting equipment.
“This refurbished truck represents a practical and cost-effective solution for updating our fleet and ensuring we can continue to provide exceptional service to our community, while remaining good stewards of our funding,” Garrett said. “We are grateful for the overwhelming support from both the county and the town in making this critical purchase possible.”
The 2014 Pierce Arrow XT offers modern capabilities and will serve as a valuable asset in addressing the growing demands of the Appomattox community. Its refurbishment will not only extend its lifespan but also ensure that it integrates seamlessly into AVFD’s operations.
AVFD extends its heartfelt thanks to the Appomattox County Board of Supervisors, the Town Council, and the residents of Appomattox for their continued support and dedication to public safety.
thanks Martin
Found at the Lockport Township Fire Protection DistrictFacebook page:
Clifford at the Waynesville Arch for ChristmasClifford – 1987 Pierce Arrow PumperOriginally serving Lockport Township, Ill., and then as Engine 2 at Illinois Fire Service Institute
thanks Martin
From Larry Shapiro for #TBT:
Chicago 3-11 Alarm fire on 11-23-06 at 2517 W. Devon Ave
Larry Shapiro photo
This from Mike Summa for #TBT:
For TBT-The Lansing Fire Dept.’s Engine 105, a 1971 Mack CF 1250/500. Enjoy and comment.Mike Summa
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
