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Area apparatus photos

Jun 30

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Larry Shapiro submitted several recent photos of area apparatus

Berwyn fire engine

Berwyn Engine 903 – 2008 Spartan Gladiator Classic /Crimson 1500/500 so 08053-001. Larry Shapiro photo

Cicero FD tractor-drawn aerial

Cicero Truck 2 – 2009 E-ONE Cyclone II 100′ HP-100 TDA so#134747. Larry Shapiro photo

Lyons Fire Department engine

Lyons Engine 1312 – 2008 Pierce Arrow XT 2000/750/120/30 so 20942. Larry Shapiro photo

 

ambulance photo

Niles Ambulance 2 – 2012 IHC 4300/2013 Medtec Type I MICU so# 26175-1. Larry Shapiro photo

Pierce Lance fire engine

Niles Engine 2R – 1992 Pierce Lance 1250/500 #E7192. Larry Shapiro photo

MABAS Division 3 Haz Mat Unit

Mabas 3 Haz Mat 3 – 2003 Sterling Acterra/Marion Haz Mat Unit so#21023. Larry Shapiro photo

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A reflection on 34 years as a firefighter (final)

Apr 21

Posted by Admin in Reader submission | 1 Comment

a few final images from John Tobin reflecting on his 34 year career with the Elgin Fire Department

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

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A reflection on 34 years as a firefighter (part 3)

Apr 20

Posted by Admin in Historic fire apparatus, Reader submission | 1 Comment

more images from John Tobin

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

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A reflection on 34 years as a firefighter (part 2)

Apr 19

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more images spanning the 34 year career of John Tobin

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

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A reflection on 34 years as a firefighter (part 1)

Apr 18

Posted by Admin in Fire Service Photos, Fire Truck photos, Reader submission | 7 Comments

This from John Tobin:

How does the song go … “reflections of my life.” Well the pictures here are a reflection of time and how it’s moved on. Throughout that time, it was quite a ride and after 34 years I can’t believe it’s over! I made many friends, some enemies, and pretty much did what I set out to do in 1979 when I was hired by the EFD. (Elgin Fire Department)

I said more than once … “one day I rolled under a rig that needed fixing and when I rolled out my first wife had left me, the kids were grown, and I was an old man” … there is a lesson there. Some have changed their colors so many times over the years they become someone completely different. I never thought I was anything special, but I had a special job and I was very fortunate to have it!

There is a saying “don’t confuse me with the facts.” When that became a reality, rather than just a joke … I knew my end was near. So if you will, glance at the pictures and see if any of them will take you on a journey. Time for the next chapter in my life and the EFD will do just fine without me.

As the French say … C’est la vie

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

Reflections of 34 years as a firefighter.

John Tobin collection

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Area apparatus photos

Mar 14

Posted by Admin in Ambulance photos, Fire Truck photos | 2 Comments

This from Josh Boyajian:

Here are a few rig shots i took last weekend in Wood Dale.

Pierce tower ladder

Bensenville TL17. Josh Boyajian photo

ambulance photo

Bensenville A17. Josh Boyajian photo

Pierce fire engine

Wood Dale FPD Engine 69. Josh Boyajian photo

battalion chief unit

Bensenville Battalion 17. Josh Boyajian photo

ambulance photo

Itasca FPD Ambulance 66. Josh Boyajian photo

fire engine photo

Itasca FPD Engine 66. Josh Boyajian photo

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Where are they now … Highland Park

Feb 13

Posted by Admin in Fire Department History, Fire Truck photos | 2 Comments

From Jeff Rudolph:

Highland Park,IL Squad 34, Now Poseyville,IN. Jeff R

 

Saulsbury medium-duty rescue squad

Former Highland Park Squad 33. Jeff Rudolph photo

Saulsbury medium-duty rescue squad

The former Highland Park squad is now Poseyville Fire Department Rescue 2. Frank Wegloski photo

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Dixmoor shuts down their fire department (more)

Dec 25

Posted by Admin in Fire Department History, Fire Department News | 7 Comments

A historic look at apparatus over the years from the Dixmoor Fire Department.

Dixmoor Fire Department history

Dixmoor Engine 2443, a 1992 Spartan/Luverne 1500/500 formerly from the Chicago Fire Department. It carries CFD shop ID# D-523. Dennis McGuire, Jr. photo

Dixmoor Fire Department history

Dixmoor Engine 2433 is a 2003 E-ONE Typhoon 1250/1000. (SN 127675). Dennis McGuire, Jr. photo

Dixmoor Fire Department history

Dixmoor Engine 2453, a 1971 Mack CD 1250/750 formerly from Homewood, Illinois. George Reichardt photo

Dixmoor Fire Department history

Dixmoor Squad 2405. photographer unkown

 

Dixmoor Fire Department history

Former Dixmoor Engine 4, a 1973 American LaFrance 10000 Series 1250/750 fire engine. (SN C-12-358) photographer unknown

Dixmoor Fire Department history

Dixmoor Squad 1, a 1969 Chevy Step Van. Gary Kadzielewski photo

Dixmoor Fire Department history

Former Dixmoor Engine 2, a 1953 Chevrolet 500/300. photographer unknown

Dixmoor Fire Department history

Former Dixmoor Engine 1, a 1954 Chevy/Central (st Louis) 500/500. photographer unknown

thanks Dennis

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Franklin Park Fire Department apparatus history (part 2)

Dec 7

Posted by Admin in Fire Department History, Fire Truck photos | 8 Comments

Harry Pederson submitted a number of images chronicling the current and recent past apparatus of the Franklin Park Fire Department. This is part 2 from Harry showing engines. Previously we posted part 1 that featured ambulances.

Part 2 shows fire suppression rigs

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New tower ladder for Palatine (update)

Dec 4

Posted by Admin in Fire Department News, Fire Truck photos, New Delivery | 21 Comments

This from Adam Rothenberg:

We are up finishing our last day of final inspections in Sioux Falls.  We got lucky and had a nice 45 degree day on Monday to fly the ladder before the snow and cold came in.
Here are a couple of full body pictures.
Adam Rothenberg
Firefighter/Paramedic
Palatine Fire
Palatine Fire Department gets new tower ladder

Adam Rothenberg photo

Palatine Fire Department gets new tower ladder

Adam Rothenberg photo

Palatine Fire Department gets new tower ladder

Adam Rothenberg photo

Palatine Fire Department gets new tower ladder

Adam Rothenberg photo

Palatine Fire Department gets new tower ladder

Adam Rothenberg photo

Palatine Fire Department gets new tower ladder

Adam Rothenberg photo

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