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The Boston (MA) Fire Department (BFD) has in service three pumpers and one heavy rescue built by KME.
The Suburban Fire Protection District, Kearny, Nebraska, uses this WEIS FIRE & SAFETY quick attack as a multipurpose unit for wildland and brush response and motor vehicle accidents, says Captain John Sydow.
The Carbonear Volunteer Fire Department, Newfoundland, Canada, uses this SUTPHEN SL 100 aerial ladder to protect the town, which includes an eight-story hospital and many older three- and four-story buildings.
The Union Colony Fire Rescue, Greeley, Colorado, uses this SVI TRUCKS unit to answer heavy and technical rescue calls and to operate as a second truck company at structure fires, says Firefighter/EMT-I Christopher Mirowski.
The Natchez-Adams County Airport, Natchez, Mississippi, uses this CRASH RESCUE EQUIPMENT SERVICE quick-attack unit as a rapid intervention vehicle to meet FAA requirements for Category 4, FAR Part 139, Airport, meeting Index "A," says Clint Pomeroy, airport director of aviation.
The Wilbur (NE) Fire Department designed this DANKO tanker with a short wheelbase for more maneuverability when driven off-road and when using the spray bars.
The Teaneck (NJ) Fire Department designed this E-ONE rescue truck with a nonwalk-in body for added storage, says Chief Anthony Verley. It also has more cab seating than the former truck.
The Los Angeles County (CA) Fire Department received four KME tractor drawn quints. Battalion Chief Jon O'Brien says the quints are used as a standalone resource and as a second company at multicompany stations.
The Waltham (MA) Fire Department ’s SEAGRAVE pumper was designed to be a basic engine. Chief Richard Cardillo says it has more compartment space than its predecessor and short length and height for better maneuverability. Preconnects are located for easy removal from the ground.
The Fairview Park (OH) Fire Department uses this KME pumper as a first-due unit for all fires, MVAs, and hazmats, explains Chief David Simon. Its Class B foam system proves useful at hazmats and highway emergencies.
