updated production photos of the new engine for Calumet City FD
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Production of the new E-One engine for Calumet City has begun
Excerpts from fox32chicago.com:
The Calumet City Fire Department received a federal grant for close to $1.9 million awarded by FEMA and the Department of Homeland Security. The check was presented during a ceremony at city hall on Monday, and the nearly $1.9 million will be used to upgrade the department’s emergency fleet and equipment.
This is especially crucial for Calumet City, as its closest hospital — Franciscan Health Hammond, formerly St Margaret’s — closed a few months ago. The closure adds transport time during responses and additional strain on the department.
“The SAFER Grant will provide $1.9 million as was stated for three years, and unlike others, this is 100 percent funded,” said Fire Chief Glenn Bachert.
“These funds will allow Calumet City to hire more firefighters, and ensure that our fire department has the necessary staffing levels to keep our communities safe. The grant will also support operations and safety measures that will further strengthen our emergency response capabilities,” said Rep. Kelly.
For the Calumet City mayor, the donation hits close to home after a recent accident and how the department came to his rescue.
thanks Dennis
Photos from Tim Olk of the Fatal fire in Calumet City, 5-30-22
thanks Josh
This from Rob G (Gfdrob):
1/5/2021, approx 09:00hrs. 31-154th Place. Lauer’s Tap 20×60 1-sty ordinary. Original dispatch for a smoke investigation, 1101 arrived and found heavy smoke showing. Eng 11 attempted to take a line in the front door, but deteriorating conditions and a soft floor prevented any progress. Lines pulled out, defensive operations initiated. 4 lines plus SH T-43 master stream worked the fire.
This from Wayne Stuart for #TBT:
Mabas Division 24 at one time or another over the years had the following Snorkels in service, the only one I do not have a photo of is Tinley Park. If anyone has a shot of it feel free to add it in. The Gary rig is the X-South Holland.
wayne stuart collection and photos
From the Foster Coach Sales website
thanks Ron and Martin
From the E-ONE Hamburg Facebook page:
Check out Calumet City FD’s (IL) New E-ONE Stainless Steel Side Mount Pumpers! The details: Typhoon medium cab with 58? CA and 12? Vista, Cummins L9 450HP engine, Hale QFLO 1250 GPM single stage water pump, 530 gal water tank. Thank you, Calumet City FD, for choosing E-ONE! #EONEstrength#EONENY#EONE#firetruck#pumper