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June 29, 2009 Irving - I caught Engine 8's crew working a trackhoe fire while I was riding my bicycle in the area. These are cell phone shots (1, 2, 3), so they're not that great.
June 22, 2009 - Olney - Fort Worth Star-Telegram about Air Tractor business in Olney that makes crop dusters that are also used as air tankers in firefighting.
June 19, 2009 Richardson - Has a new Engine 2 which was placed in service in May. It's a 2009 E-One Model HP 75 2000-500 75' Aerial; serial # 98741 Click here for photo. Thanks to Lindsay
June 19, 2009 Allen - Has 3 new Pierce Arrow XT engines. Thanks to Garrett
June 19, 2009 Fort Worth - Has a new large capacity fan from SVI now. It was at FDIC and a photo is available at Fire Apparatus and Emergency Equipment's website. "Also I stopped in at Rosenbaur General in Wyoming, Minnesota again and they said that they have another contract with the Fort Worth Fire Department for five new engines, I'm guessing they will be started in a couple months. There were no other trucks on their agenda for this month or next month for the D/FW area." Thanks to Kyle
June 19, 2009 Fort Worth - Here are a couple of interesting council agenda items. Helicopter engine repairs. Police/Fire Dispatch upgrade. Old Fire Station 10 rehabilitation.
June 18, 2009 North Richland Hills - Has cancelled their order of a rescue pumper with AmericanLaFrance. The unit was ordered 27 months ago and as a result of ongoing restructering, American LaFrance was unable to meet the time frame designated in the contract or provide any time frame for delivery. This unit was to go in service as E223. The fire department will be going back out to bid along with a bid for a replacement quint to go in service on the North side of city as Q221. Thanks to Anonymous
June 18, 2009 Flower Mound - There is a bidding project on Prime Construction Company's website for Flower Mound Fire Station #5. It should be at 4601 Bridlewood Blvd., Flower Mound, Texas 75028. Thanks to Kyle
June 18 , 2009 Red Oak - A regular contributor asks, "What is going on with the engines? I heard a new engine number and was wondering if they are getting a new one or just moving the engines around." Can anyone help me answer this one? Thanks to Josh at Metro Fire Apparatus for the following answer: Red Oak had their quint updated, and is back in service. It is running out of Station 1. Their Crimson is now E-182 (this unit was E-181 and ran out of St. 1). The old E-182 is now a reserve and bares E-183. He sent these photos
June 16, 2009 Fort Worth - City Council agenda item to remove temporary fire station 34. 34's crews will temporarily be stationed at 41's, until the permanent station 34 is completed. in 2010
June 15, 2009 Fort Worth - "The 110' Quint 25 has been moved to Station 12 and is now Quint 12. Station 25 is now running Engine 25. Old Quint 12 has been moved to Station 13 and is now Quint 13. Engine 32 is the last remaining Freightliner. No word as to when it will be replaced". Thanks to Anonymous
June 14, 2009 Irving - I got to see Irving's new Fire Boat 8 flowing water today. Unfortunately, I was on a bike ride, and only had my cell phone camera, which isn't that great. In any case, here are a couple still photos (1, 2) and a short video (in .3g2 format that plays with the QuickTime player).
June 10, 2009 Appleby - Just placed an order for their first Crimson pumper/tanker from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists Inc. This unit will feature Crimsons SE body, Waterous 1500gpm pump, 2500 gallon water tank, three electric dump valves, 3000 gallon dump tank, side mount pump panel and Whelen LED lighting all on a Spartan Metro Star chassis. Thanks to Brian
June 10, 2009 Cleburne - Just approved an order for their first Crimson pumper from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists Inc. This unit will feature Crimsons SE body with smart storage, Hale QMAX 1500gpm pump, 750 gallon water tank, Foam logic class A foam system with 30 gallon foam tank, Top mount pump panel, Task Force Tips Crossfire deluge gun, Harrison 8kw generator, SuperVac Knight Light II and Whelen LED lighting all on a Spartan Gladiator chassis. Thanks to Brian
June 6, 2009 Fort Worth - The city's Police and Firefighters Memorial was dedicated yesterday, as described in this Star-Telegram article. More information can be found out http://www.cfwfallenheroes.org/.
June 6, 2009 EVENT Hugo, OK - "It is a bit of a drive for Dallas buffs, but Hugo, Oklahoma hosts an annual fire truck parade next weekend, June 6th. Last year there were 43 rigs and man, you want to talk about a selection! All of the rigs get there early (about 9AM or so) and everyone visits for a few hours before the parade (at Noon)." A link with a little more info. Thanks to Ken
June 1, 2009 Fort Worth - Has a new Bomb/EOD Truck from SVI. See this link for more. Thanks to Kyle
May 24, 2009 Irving - Has a new boat (with firefighting capablities) for Lake Carolyn, in Las Colinas. Here's more info at this link. There's a better photo here, and mention of the new Station 4, which will be located south of the current station, closer to 183. The boat is also mentioned in the city's magazine. Thanks to Rick
May 20, 2009 Mount Rushmore Area- I vacationed in South Dakota and Wyoming recently, and saw these fire related things. If you're really bored and want to see most of my vacation photos click here. It's well worth a trip up there to see the beautiful country and national landmarks. A special thanks to Anna at Deadwood Fire Department for taking the time to pull out a couple of apparatus after a day of training and for Rich(I hope I remembered that correctly) coming in to sell me a T-shirt and Patch. Ben
May 20, 2009 Rhome - Took delivery of their new Rosenbauer 3000 gal tanker/pumper, from Emergency Vehicles of Texas. Here are two photos. The truck features: 1500 GPM pump, Command light, Foam Pro Pac track, and 10in rear dump. Thanks to Chris and Chief Pratt
May 14, 2009 Dallas - Here's a photo of some Dallas Fire Rescue EMS supervisor 2009 Chevrolet Suburbans waiting for radios and lights. Thanks to Seth
Mary 14, 2009 Round Rock - Here's a link to a page describing the new Round Rock fire engine museum. Thanks to Seth
May 12, 2009 North Richland Hills - Star-Telegram article on improved insurance rating, from 4 to 2.
May 10, 2009 Cedar Hill/Grand Prairie - Here's a photo of the new combined fire station, and the Pierce Velocity running as E-214. Thanks to Michael
May 7, 2009 - Parker County - ESD #6 accepted their second brush truck built by Emergency Vehicles of Texas in the last 8 months. The new truck built on a Dodge 5500 4x4 2-door cab/chassis has an 11 ft. steel flat bed with Rhino liner material applied; 400/20 gallon poly tank, front gated work stations with two whip line discharges, Darley/Odin 150/60 Mustang CAFSs system, hose reel, aluminum treadplate body compartments and Whelen led warning lights. The truck will be stationed at Horseshoe Bend Fire Department. Thanks to Emergency Vehicles of Texas
May 4 Dallas - Has new paramedic SUV's out ( Medics ). Medic 1 is at Station 29, and Medic 2 is at station 6. Also, Dallas is putting in new Battalion vehicles for the EMS Supervisor and Arson. Here are some pictures Michael took at at the shop. Arson 684, EMS supervisor 783, Battalion Chief 9. They are still working on the other SUV's. Battalion. 4 is moving to Station 28. They have been at Station 57's for years and years, but Battalion 4 covers a lot of area, so they are moving it to 28's, and maybe putting another Battalion in. If so its going to be Battalion.10 Stationed at 39's. Thanks to Michael
May 2 - E V E N T Dallas - Thanks once again to all the great folks with the Texas Fire Museum for sharing your toys! Here are a few photos.
Texas Fire Museum is holding their 18th Annual Muster and Fire Engine Show on Saturday, May 2, 2009. The show will take place at Fish Trap Park (2400 Toronto) in West Dallas which is just west of the Hampton and Singleton intersection and runs from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. There is no admission charge, but donations will be appreciated. Texas Fire Museum is a 501 c (3) non-profit organization. We will have engines pumping water, water streams will be flowing out over the lake and ladders will be raised. For those that would like an up close and personal view of real but retired fire apparatus at work, we invite you to come and join us. This event is for children of all ages, those who are still “kids” at heart and those who may have a case of “good old days syndrome”. If you have questions, please contact the museum at 214-267-1867 or via e-mail at docent@texasfiremuseum.org. Thanks to Lindsay
4/30/2009 Josephine - Fire department is set to take delivery of their new Rosenabuer pumper built on the Spartan Furion cab/chassis on may 1st. The Rosenbauer pumper features the Centurion aluminum rescue body with Robinson roll up doors, Waterous CX 1250 GPM single stage pump; stainless steel plumbing; Foampro 2002 injection style foam system with a 20 gallon class “a” tank; 1000 gallon poly booster tank; electric right side ladder rack; Code 3 LED warning lights. The chassis is the Spartan Furion custom 4-door with seating for six (6); C7 Caterpillar 330 HP engine; Allison 3000EVS automatic transmission; extended front bumper with bumper discharge. This is the first Furion delivered in Texas. Thanks to Emergency Vehicles of Texas
4/28/2009 Arlington - Has a new Smeal for Quint 8. It's on a Spartan Gladiator chassis, has a 300 gallon tank, and 1500GPM Waterous pump. Here's a photo I took today, too bad the sun wasn't shining. Thanks to Kyle and Brian
4/28/2009 Richardson - Open house for the newly rebuilt Fire Station #2, located at Waterview and Arapaho, will be April 28 at 5:30 p.m. The new station includes many upgrades, including male and female sleeping quarters. A slide has replaced the firemen's pole to provide rapid egress from the second floor. Thanks to Steve.
4/27/2009 Allen, Flower Mound, and Frisco have several Pierce products being made in the Martin Apparatus - Your Truck On The Line page.
4/27/2009 Cisco - Recently received an E-One Tradition Pumper on a Freightliner chassis with a 1000 gallon tank, 1250GPM Hale pump and another one on an International chassis.
4/26/2009 Southlake - Is planning on building a safety town for kids. See Star-Telegram article for details.
4/22/2009 Arlington - Just took delivery another Crimson pumper from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists. Engine 5 is an exact replica of previous pumpers and features a Star Series stainless steel body, Smart Storage, CAT C-13 380hp engine, EVS 4000 transmission, Jacobs engine brake, electronic stability control, Waterous 1250 gpm pump, Foam Pro 2002 system w/ one 25 gallon class “A” foam tank, 750 gallon water tank, Supervac Knight Light II, Honda 5kw generator and Whelen LED lighting all on a Spartan Gladiator EMFD chassis. Engine 5 represents the 31st Crimson apparatus placed in service by the Arlington Fire Department. Thanks to Metro Fire Appratus Specialists
4/21/2009 Cuthand - Volunteer Fire Department located in East Texas accepted delivery of their new Brushfighter built on a Ford F-550 4x4 2-door cab/chassis with a extruded aluminum flat bed that includes two (2) gated work stations with whip lines; cet gas powered pump with stainless steel plumbing; Scotty foam system; Hannay hose reel and complete with a Elkhart sidewinder front bumper turret with in cab joystick control. Thanks to Emergency Vehicles of Texas
4/21/2009 Wolfe City - Volunteer Fire Department recently took delivery of their 2nd Brushfighter truck built by Emergency Vehicles of Texas in the last 14 months. the Ford F-550 4x4 regular cab, with the 6.4l diesel engine, automatic transmission carries a 10 ft. steel flat bed with two gated work stations; Whelen LED warning lights; Waterous pump system with stainless steel suction and discharge manifolds; single Hannay hose reel, three aluminum treadplate body compartments. The truck was purchased with a Texas Forestry Service grant. Thanks to EVOT.
4/21/2009 Alba - Volunteer Fire Department recently placed into service a Rosenbauer-Central Division 1800 gallon tanker built on a M2 Freightliner chassis. The truck has a Waterous 1250 GPM pump system; 1800 gallon poly tank with a 10” rear dump; Honda generator with quartz lights; rescue style driver side compartments with standard lower running board compartments on the passenger side with Robinson roll-up doors; drop down Fol-da-tank storage. Thanks to Emergency Vehicles of Texas
4/20/2009 Arlington - The new Arlington Fire Station 3 on Fielder Road has been completed. The grand opening is scheduled for this Saturday, April 25, from 9:30 to 12:00 am, with a dedication ceremony to take place at 10:00 am. Thanks to Bill
4/15/2009 Cedar Hill - Station 214 is now open. Thanks to Justin
4/13/2009 Forney - Just place an order for their first Crimson pumper from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists Inc. This until will feature Crimsons SE body with smart storage, Waterous 1500gpm pump, 750 gallon water tank, Foam Pro 2001 dual A/B foam system with 20 gallon foam tanks, Top mount pump panel, Task Force Tips Hurricane RC deluge gun, Harrison 6kw generator and Whelen LED lighting all on a Spartan Metro Star chassis. Thanks to Brian
4/12/2009 Fort Worth - Has a fire safety house on the city council agenda. Also, the SVI Bomb Truck and Ventilation Unit is getting some upgrades. The police department has 3 new mobile store fronts on the agenda.
4/11/2009 Lewisville - Station 7 is nearing completion. Here's a photo. Thanks to Brad
4/8/2009 Garland - Just got a 2009 Ford F-350/Frazer (One of 3 delivered, other two assigned to A-1 and A-2) To be delivered shortly. Thanks to Seth
4/6/2009 Wylie - has a new ambulance. It is a Horton on a Chevy 4500 chassis. It has a Duramax diesel, Allison transmission, and a rear air suspension. It was photographed beside our new fire station 3 located at Brown St. and W.A. Allen in Wylie. Thanks to Brian, James, & Michael.
4/6/2009 Mesquite - has a new ambulance on a Dodge chassis. Thanks to Michael
4/6/2009 Dallas - station 42 is nearing completion(see photo here). Thanks to Michael.
4/3/2009 Fort Worth - Has a couple of Hazardous Gas and Vapor Identifiers Command System Packages on the council agenda. Also, a contract for the building of Station 27 (at 2940 Precinct Line Rd) is listed.
4/30/2009 Eagle Mountain - has apparently bought one of Bedord's old Sutphen quints. Thanks to Garrett
3/29/2009 Aubrey - Has a new 2008 Pierce Impel 1500/750, Harrison hydraulic generator, Willburt light tower, class A foam, rescue body. Thanks to Martin Fire Apparatus
3/21/2009 McKinney - Opened fire house number 7 on Independence. It houses Medic 7 and Engine 7. They are working on station 8 which will house Medic 8, Engine 8, Truck 8 (tiller), and Battalion 2. Thanks to Jeremy
3/12/2009 Grapevine - Just took delivery of a new SuperVac Dive Rescue Truck(more pics) from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists. The truck features seating for four rescue divers, a command center, a wet suite drying closet, an onboard shower system, roof top observation platform, two 110v AC units, an Onan 8.6KW generator, Knight Light II scene light tower and Whelen LED lighting all on a Freightliner/Morgan Olsen chassis. Photo. Thanks to Brian
3/1/2009 Bedford - Police are switching from Crown Vics to Tahoes in black and white. Star-Telegram article.
3/1/2009 Keller - Has a new fire chief, Dan Gaumont, from Watertown, New York, and new station opening in April. Star-Telegram article.
2/28/2009 Grand Prairie’s - new Public Safety Headquarters is currently under construction at the southwest corner of Hwy 161 and Arkansas Lane. This state of the art 150,000 square foot facility will be four stories tall and will centralize the majority of police operations, including a new jail and police-fire communications center. It will also be the headquarters for the Fire Department. We expect to be in the building by Spring 2010. Here is a link to the architect’s website that shows renderings of the site.
Grand Prairie also has three new Frazer ambulances on order with delivery expected this Summer. These will be on Dodge 4500 diesel chassis, similar to the one Carrollton recently got. Thanks to Eric
2/24/2009 Lewisville - Station 7 will open in about a month (I-35 and 121 bus.) and it will house the Battalion and Truck along with Chief of Operations and Chief Engineer. Thanks to Jason
2/24/2009 Fort Worth - There's a city council agenda item to apply for an FAA grant for another ARFF for Alliance Airport.
2/22/2009 Hurst - Has moved into their new Station 2 on Pipeline, just west of Precinct Line.
2/22/2009 Rockwall - Is building two new stations. Station 3 is at E. Quail Run @ Audobon Ln. Station 4 is at SH205 and Fieldstone Dr. (next to Springer Elem). Also, they are adding 9 more paid personal. A new HP100 aerial is currently being built by E-One. The dealer is Hall-Mark. Thanks to Mike and Gary
2/21/2009 Benbrook - is getting two new medics. They should be twin units, and are expected around June. Thanks to Garrett
2/21/2009 D/FW Airport - Matchbox released a Pierce top mount pumper in the airport's colors. Although this particular apparatus did not exist in real life, it's a nice local addition to my collection.
2/15/2009 Maps - Check out the new maps section.
2/15/2009 Mesquite - Just took delivery of two Crimson pumpers from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists. Click for photo of Engine1 and Engine 2. Both feature a Star Series stainless steel body, Smart Storage, Hale Q-Max 1500 gpm pump, Foam Pro 2002 system w/ one 20 gallon class “A” foam tank and one 30 gallon class “B” foam tank, 500 gallon water tank, and Whelen LED lighting all on a Spartan Metro Star MFD chassis. An add on order has been placed for one additional unit, delivery on that is expected in late summer. Thanks to Brian and Michael
2/9/2009 Mineral Wells - article at MineralWellsIndex.com about aerial firefighting aircraft staged for brush fire season. Thanks to Billy and Tom
2/8/2009 Joshua - May Pay Firefighters - Star-Telegram article
2/5/2009 Fort Worth - Police looking at new helicopters and heliport. Click here for Star-Telegram article.
2/5/2009 Arlington - Police vehicles get a new look. Click here Star-Telegram article.
1/28/2009 Submitting Guidelines - Please take a look at this new page. I'd like to hear some feedback on it from my regular readers, contributors and those who have considered submitting a news item. Any objections, clarifications, suggestions, complaints, etc.? Thank You, Ben
1/28/2009 Brady - Fire Department traded in their 2004 Freightliner/Rosenbauer 2 door commercial cab low side compartment engine for a 1996 Spartan/3D rescue engine. The new to them engine has more cab space and more compartment space so equipment from 3 different apparatus has been consolidated to this first out truck. They are still in the process of getting her ready for service, adding decals and lettering, and hope to be rolling her out on calls by next week. The engine, originally from California, was purchased from Brindlee Mountain Fire Apparatus(visit to see more photos under current inventory). Thanks to Garrett
1/27/2009 Haltom City - has a new Rosenbauer engine based on a Spartan Gladiator chassis/Central body, running as E-473, similar to the last new engine, with 200 CFM, CAFS, Waterous 1500GPM pump, 500 gal tank, Cummins engine, Allison transmission, Smartpower, 10KW, Wheelen LED lights,. Thanks to Ed and Zack
1/27/2009 Azle - has received a new Rosenbauer custom engine (Engine 52) on a Spartan Gladiator/Central chassis. It has a Caterpillar C-9 engine, Allison transmission, Hale 1500 gpm pump with a FoamPro system. It also has a 100’ hydraulic rescue tool and electric reels, SVI Knight Sight system, front brow light, hydraulic ladder rack, Onan plumbed diesel generator, speed lays for attack hose below the pump panel walkway, integrated backup camera for the driver, Panasonic Toughbook MDC, rear chevron striping, pack rack tool storage, on board cooler for meds, and all LED warning lights. It should be in service by February 4. Thanks to Steve
1/19/2009 Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport - Recently received a Pierce 100' Platform Velocity Aerial running as 34 out of station 3 on the Northeast side of the airport. Photo
1/18/2009 Farmers Branch - Has a new engine pictured here. Its been in service for approx. 1 week. It is Engine 133, a 2008 ALF Eagle with Caterpillar engine, a 65 ft.telsquirt, 1500 GPM Hale single stage pump, 500 gallon tank. Has no red line but uses a front bumper discharge with 100 ft of 1-3/4" hose for car, trash fires, etc. Carries 1000 ft of 5" hose, 800 ft of 3" hose, 3-crosslays with 150 ft of 1-3/4" hose on bottom tray, 200 ft of 1- 3/4" in the middle tray, and 250 ft of 2 -1/2" hose on top tray. Has 2 fixed brow scene lights, 2 quartz scene lights on the ladder tip,1 telescopic scene light on each side. It also carries paramedic gear as well. The bell is dedicated to the department's first fire chief, Bob Yeager. Thanks to Robert
1/13/2009 Bedford- Is about to take delivery of their first Crimson 103' aerial from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists, Inc. This truck will feature Crimson's Star Series body with Smart Storage, A Waterous 1500gpm pump with 300 gallon water tank, Foam Pro 1600 foam system with 10 gallon foam tank, Harrison 10kw generator, SVI Knight Light II and Whelen LED lighting all on a Spartan Gladiator chassis. The new truck will run as Truck 153. Click here for photo. Thanks to Brian
1/12/2009 Keller - Has a new Pierce Velocity 75'. It will be assigned to the new fire station at the corner of Bear Creek Pkwy and Keller-Smithfield Rd which will be Station 4 and it's unit number will be Quint 584. Station 4 is scheduled to be up and running sometime in March this year. We've also have two new Frazier F450 Ambulances on order. One for St.4 which will be Medic 584 and the other for St3 which will be Medic 583. Thanks to Ryan
1/12/2009 Fort Worth - The Fort Worth Fire Department opened Station 41, located at 11400 Willow Springs Road, on Jan 5th with E-41 and Water-41. On Jan 10, the "old, temporary Station 41" became the "new, temporary Station 34" with E-34. Their new station will not be completed until later this year / early next year, and will be located in the Sendera Ranch Addition. On Jan 15th, Station 11, located at 1900 Texan Drive (just west of Texas Motor Speedway) will open with E-11. Thanks to Greg
1/7/2009 Fort Worth - From our friend from way up north, "I was looking trough http://www.primeconstructionco.com/ under "bidding projects" and found plans for a new Fort Worth Fire Station 27. The stations address would be 8900 Trinity Boulevard. From looking at most of the addendums it will look the same as new station 41 & 11 (witch I also found are now done.) Station 41 & 11's plans are also on the website under current projects." Thanks Kyle
12/30/2008 Tucker - Just placed an order for their first Crimson custom pumper from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists, Inc. This truck will feature Crimson's E-Lite body, A Waterous 1500gpm pump with 1000 gallon water tank, top mount pump panel and Whelen LED lighting all on a Spartan Furion chassis. Delivery is expected in late spring 2009. Thanks to Brian
12/21/2008 Tarrant County ESD #1 - has placed an order for a Pierce 2000 gallon dry side tanker. This unit will match previous units but on an Impel chassis with TAK-4 suspension and CAFS from Martin Apparatus. Thanks to Travis
12/21/2008 Grapevine - Has placed an order for two Pierce Velocity fire apparatus. One pumper, one 75’ aerial from Martin Apparatus. Thanks to Travis.
12/15/2008 Temple - Just placed an order for three Crimson pumpers from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists Inc. These units will feature Crimsons Star Series stainless steel body with smart storage, Waterous 1500gpm pumps, 750 gallon water tank, Foam Pro 1600 foam system w/20 gallon foam tank, Honda 5kw generator, SVI Knight Light II light tower, Whelen LED lighting all on a Spartan Gladiator chassis. Thanks to Brian
12//15/2008 Burleson - Just placed an order for their second Crimson pumper from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists Inc. This unit will feature Crimsons Star Series stainless steel body with smart storage, Hale QFLO 1250gpm pump, 500 gallon water tank, Harrison 10kw generator, SVI Knight Light II light tower, Whelen LED lighting all on a Spartan Metro Star chassis. Thanks to Brian
12/15/2008 Fort Worth - There's a city council item recommending the purchase of a Spartan aerial on the agenda. I assume this will be a Smeal since it's going through the Houston-Galveston Area Council with Scott Fire Apparatus. It's slated to replace Quint 33 on the very far east side.
12/15/2008 Jacksboro -Recently took delivery of a Rosenbauer-Central Division midi pumper built on a GMC crew cab chassis, aluminum body with rescue style compartment, Robinson roll up doors, Darley PSM 1000 GPM pump, stainless steel plumbing, Foampro 1600 foam system, crosslays, front bumper monitor with remote control joystick, Dakota gel delivery system plumbed to the booster reel, auxiliary 30 GPM electric pump plumbed to the front bumper turret, Whelen LED warning lights. The truck was sold by David Hubbard. Thanks to Ed at Emergency Vehicles of Texas
12/12/2008 Irving – Just place an order for two apparatus from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists. The first unit is a Crimson 103’ rear mount aerial. This unit will feature Crimsons Star Series body with Smart Storage, a Waterous 1500gpm pump, Foam Pro 2002 foam system with 30 gallon tank, 300 gallon water tank, Harrison 10kw hydraulic generator, SVI Knight Light II light tower and, Whelen LED lighting all on a Spartan Gladiator LFD chassis. The second apparatus is a SuperVac heavy rescue. This unit will feature an SVI 20’ aluminum body, coffin compartments, Onan 30kw PTO generator, SVI Command Light tower, Warn portable winch and Whelen LED lighting all of a Spartan Gladiator LFD chassis. Thanks to Brian
12/12/2008 Haltom City - Has purchased a Rosenbauer-Central Division heavy duty 26 ft. non-walkin custom rescue from Emergency Vehicles of Texas. The truck will be built on a Spartan Gladiator LFD cab/chassis. the 26 ft. aluminum body rescue will have painted Robinson roll-up doors, coffin compartments for roof storage; 40kw generator; Will-burt light tower; PTO driven air compressor. Thanks to Ed
12/12/2008 Southlake - has placed an order for another Quantum pumper with TAK-4 Independent Front Suspension. This unit will match previous units with 500 gallons water, 1750 Hale pump, Husky foam system, hydraulic generator and lights. Thanks to Travis at Martin Fire Apparatus
12/12/008 D/FW Airport - took delivery of their first Pierce PUC pumper. I have included a picture of it. It has TAK-4, Frontal Airbags, Side Roll Protection, 750 water with a 1500 gpm PUC Pump with pump and roll, an Elkhart front turret, Husky foam and Hercules CAFS, Harrison 10KW generator and lights, etc. Thanks to Travis at Martin Fire Apparatus
12/11/2008 Mansfield – Just place an order for their third Crimson pumper from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists Inc. This until will be a different design from previous units and will feature Crimsons Star Series stainless steel body with smart storage, Waterous 1500gpm pump, 500 gallon water tank, Harrison 10kw generator, SVI Knight Light II light tower, Whelen LED lighting all on a Spartan Metro Star chassis. Thanks to Brian
12/10/2008 Fort Worth NAS - I had a rare chance to see the Space Shuttle Endeavour today, and these two photos even have fire trucks in them. More shuttle photos are here.
12/9/2008 Fort Worth - has a new command unit from SVI and Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists. Thanks to Brian, Chris and Ed
12/4-5/2008 D/FW Airport Fire Training - I had a great opportunity to see live fire training at D/FW's burn pit today. Miami-Dade was in town training. I shot a little video with a new Flip Video Mino HD, and put it on YouTube. It looks much better on my computer than it does on YouTube, but I guess they have to compress it quite a bit to be able to stream as much as they do. Here's a better version in Windows .wmv format. Here are my still photos from 12/4 and here are some from 12/5. I made a few into good 1024x768 wallpaper sizes here, here, here, and here. If you're from MiamiDade FD and want larger photos for prints, just let me know. Thanks to D/FW Airport and Miami-Dade for allowing me access.
12/5/08 Parker -VFD Just took delivery of a new Smeal 75' aerial, from Scott Fire Apparatus in Wylie Tx. Click here for photo. This unit featured Smeal's EHL hose loading system, Auto truck level, Hale Q-Max 2000 pump, Foam Pro 2002, 400/20 water and foam tanks, Whelen LED light package, Onan 10KW Pto generator and all on a Spartan Sirius Chassis. This truck was dedicated to Chief Larry Allen and his years of devoted public fire service. Thanks to Jon
12/3/2008 Fort Worth - The four new Rosenbauer-General Safety pumpers have begun arriving at EVOT. Here's a photo of Engine 13. Thanks to Ed at Emergency Vehicles of Texas
12/3/2008 Josephine - VFD has purchased a Rosenbauer-Central Division pumper and will be built on the Spartan Furion chassis. Delivery will be March, 2009. Thanks to Ed at Emergency Vehicles of Texas
12/3/2008 Bogata - VFD has purchased a Rosenbauer-Central Division pumper that will be built on a 2-door Freightliner chassis. delivery will be first quarter 2009. Thanks to Ed at Emergency Vehicles of Texas
11/28/2008 Fort Worth - Report from our northern division: "Today I was in Wyoming, MN at General Safety Equipment "Rosenbauer America." While I was there I found two new Fort Worth Fire apparatus. They are Engine 11 and Engine 38, both are Spartan/Gladiator Rosenbauer Generals with Waterous Fire Pumps and CAFS, just like most of the other new engines. The only different things I found about them was a little bit longer ladder rack and an "Eagle Siren", it is supposed to sound something like a Q". I believe someone told me just last week, that the next 4 Spartans will displace the remaining Freightliners from frontline service. Thanks to Kyle
11/26/2008 Plano - Approved at the Monday night council meeting, the purchase of five (5) Rosenbauer-General Safety custom pumpers along with two (2) Rosenbauer model RK109, 109 ft. rear mount aerials. Thanks to Ed at Emergency Vehicles of Texas
11/25/2008 Frisco - Has a new Hazmat 601 Pierce Velocity Split Tilt cab, Walk-in command and workspace, Walk-in Body Tower mounted camera, satellite uplink, antenna raceways, generator. They also have a "big" communications truck on order, expected for FRI 2009 in Dallas. Thanks to Martin Fire Apparatus.
11/25/2008 Bells and Sherman - Bells FD has a new engine through a FEMA fire grant purchase, clone of Sherman FD pumpers. (FYI Sherman has a 3rd Custom pumper with CAFS on order) Also, Allen FD has (3) Arrow XT Pierce PUC pumpers on order, June 2009 delivery . Thanks to Martin Fire Appratus
11/24/2008 Irving - I caught the new Engine 11 at Grapevine's station 1 today, as Metro Fire Apparatus showed it, and engine going to Friendswood, and an aerial for Arlington. Other photos available here. Nice to meet you in person Brian.
11/21/2008 Irving - Photos from 3 Alarm
11/21/2008 Ducanville - Took delivery of a 4 door mini-pumper from Pierce running as B272. Click here for photo. 300 gallons water, foam, two preconnects, generator and lights, transverse front compartment. Thanks to Travis from Martin Apparatus
11/19/2008 Irving - Just took delivery of their first two Crimson pumpers from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists. Both trucks feature Crimsons SE series body with Smart Storage, top pump panel, Waterous 1500gpm pump with Eclipse CAFS system, Foam Pro 2002 foam system, 40 gallon foam tank, 500 gallon water tank, TFT Hurricane RC deck gun, Whelen LED lighting all on a Spartan Gladiator LFD chassis. Engine 1 is photographed here. The other will go to Station 11. Thanks to Brian
11/19/2008 Pierce - I saw what looked like 3 Pierce aerials at Fort Worth's Bolt St. shop today. They're red or red and white, so I imagine they're demos or something. They were not in a spot accessible for a good photo.
11/18/2008 Crandall - Has a new Engine 1. It's 2008 Pierce Arrow XT, with 6 man cab, 750 gal, 1500 GPM pump, 30 gal. foam tank. Thanks to Michael
11/17/2008 Dallas - Has 19 new "Rescues" Here's another photo from Seth, who adds they are "Ford F-350/Wheeled Coach Type I Ambulances". Thanks to Michael and Seth
11/17/2008 Kaufman - Has a new Ford Expedition as Command 1. Thanks to Michael
11/12/2008 Fort Worth - City Council Agenda Item: "Authorize a Construction Contract in the Amount of $2,623,724.00 with Alshall Construction Company to Construct Fire Station No. 34 to be Located on Sendera Ranch Boulevard"
11/7/2008 Crimson - Has an aerial listed for Arlington and an engine for Irving in the Recently Delivered section.
11/7/2008 Parker County - ESD #6 took delivery of their new Dodge 5500 Series chassis Brushfighter from Emergency Vehicles of Texas. The truck has a Darely Mustang 150-60 CAFS skid; 400 gallon poly tank; 11 ft. steel flat bed with two (2) gated work stations; hose reel; whip line discharges and a front bumper turret. Truck is stationed at the Tin Top Volunteer Fire Department. A second unit is on order for the ESD. Thanks to Ed
11/05/2008 Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport - Has a new Pierce Velocity PUC running as "53" See link. Thanks to Garrett
11/1/2008 Dallas - Recently received a new CBRNE Truck according to SVI, and here's a photo from Michael. Thanks to Kyle and Michael
10/30/2008 Alvarado is in the process of ordering a 3000 gallon tanker. The apparatus is in the specification stages now. Thanks to Jordan
10/29/2008 Lewisville - Has a new Ford as Battalion 160, and Station 170 should be completed this year. Thanks to Brad.
10/24/2008 Mesquite - Just placed an add-on order for a Crimson pumper from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists. This unit will be an exact replica of the two that are currently in production. They feature a Star Series stainless steel body, Smart Storage, Hale Q-Max 1500 gpm pump, Foam Pro 2002 system w/ one 20 gallon class “A” foam tank and one 30 gallon class “B” foam tank, 500 gallon water tank, and Whelen LED lighting all on a Spartan Metro Star MFD chassis. Delivery of this unit is expected sometime in late summer of 2009. Thanks to Brian
10/24/2008 Parker - Is getting a new Smeal 75" Aerial, 2000 GPM Hale Pump, 525 HP CAT Engine. 400 gallon water tank. Built to the latest NFPA 1901 standards. Expected delivery is in November, and it will run as Truck 1. Thanks to Michael.
10/16/2008 Cedar Hill - Has a new Pierce Velocity for station 4. Thanks to Peter
10/16/2008 Decatur - Recently took delivery of a Rosenbauer-Central Division CAFS custom pumper(click here for photo). It has a rescue style aluminum body; top mount control panel; 1250 GPM Waterous pump with the 200SP PTO driven CAFS system; electric ladder rack; Spartan Advantage 10” raised roof cab/chassis.
10/15/2008 Fort Worth - Has a 1940 Mack on the city council agenda. It is recommended that the City Council authorize the City Manager to accept the donation from Mr. Mike Slusser of a 1940 Mack Fire Engine, Model 80, Serial No. 80LS1050 valued at $10,000.00, for use by the Fire Department. Mr. Mike Slusser would like to donate this 1940 fire engine so that it can be restored and utilized by the Fire Department for public relations purposes. However, if in the future, the City no longer wants the fire engine, the City will donate the fire engine to the Fire Museum in Dallas, Texas, or such equivalent.
10/10/2008 Bedford - Has a new Crimson truck in progress. It's a 103' Spartan Gladiator through Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists. Thanks to Garrett
10/10/2008 Arlington - Has a new Crimson truck in progress. It's a 103' Spartan Metro Star through Metro Fire Apparatus Specilists. Thanks to Garrett
10/10/2008 Mesquite - Has a new Crimson engine in progress. It's a Spartan Gladiator midmount pumper through Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists. Thanks to Garrett
10/10/2008 Sansom Park - Just recieved their new brush truck (click here for photo) and it will go into service on Monday, October 13. It's from Wildfire and comes with a 750 gallon tank, Foam Pro foam system, Firecom, front mounted remote control turret, Whelen warning lights and siren all on a Ford F-750 chassis. Thanks to Garrett
10/1/2008 Nacona - Recently received an E-ONE Rescue Pumper Freightliner featuring M2 4 door chassis, Top Mount pump panel, Zico overhead ladder rack, ROM rollup doors, Aluminum hose bed covers, Hale QFLO 1250 gpm pump, 1000 gallon water tank, 30 gallon foam tank, Booster reel mounted in rear compartment, Hale 2.1A Foam Logix System, Whelen LED lighting package, Honda EM5000SXK generator, Code 3 LEDX Narrowstick, Safety Vision backup camera. Thanks to Tom at Hall-Mark, Texas
9/27/2008 Here are several thanks to Brian at Metro Fire Apparatus
Red Springs – Just placed an order for two fire apparatus from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists. The first is a medium rescue from SuperVac and features a 16’ aluminum body, Onan 25kw PTO generator, two electric cord reels, two Holmatro hydraulic reels, storage for 30 air bottles, a SuperVac 9000 watt Command Light scene light, and Whelen LED lighting all on a Freightliner M2 2-door chassis. The second unit is a pumper from Crimson and features a SE series aluminum body, 1000 gallon water tank, Waterous 1500gpm pump, Foam Pro 1600 class “A” system with 30 gallon tank, top mount pump panel, Honda 5kw generator, Whelen LED lighting all on a Spartan Metro Star MFD chassis. Delivery for both of these units is expected by mid-summer 2009.
Grapevine – Just placed an order for a dive rescue vehicle from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists. The chassis will be from Morgan Olsen and finished out by SuperVac. The unit will feature on board storage for all of their dive equipment, a dressing area, a drying area for wet suites, an equipment maintenance area, an Onan 12kw diesel generator, a Knight Light II scene light, an observation deck, and Whelen LED lighting. Delivery of this unit is expected in early Spring 2009.
Mesquite – Just placed an order for a SuperVac heavy rescue from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists. This unit will feature a 16’ aluminum body, Onan 25kw PTO generator, two electric cord reels, storage for 40 air bottles, six ASME cascade bottles with Bauer 3-position fill station, a SuperVac 9000 watt Command Light scene light, upper coffin compartments, and Whelen LED lighting all on a Spartan Metro Star MFD chassis. Delivery of this unit is expected sometime in late summer of 2009.
9/25/2008 Lancaster - Is building a new public safety station across the street from the current station on Dallas. Thanks to Jordan.
9/23/2008 Princeton - Recently received this E-ONE Fire Ranger MPX on an International 4400 4 door chassis featuring: Waterous CX 1250 Single stage pump Foam Pro 2001 foam system, TFT XG18L telescoping deck gun, Pneumax Silver Compressed Air Foam System, 480 gallon water tank, 20 gallon foam tank, Backboard storage compartment, Federal LED warning light package, Right side hydraulic ladder rack. Thanks to Tom
9/23/2008 South Brazos County - Just took delivery of their first custom pumper/tanker from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists Inc. Click here for photo. This unit was manufactured by US tanker and includes: side pump panel, 1250GPM Waterous pump, 2000 gallon elliptical water tank, three Newton dump valves, TFT Crossfire deck gun and, 6kw Onan generator, Whelen LED warning lights all on a Spartan Metro Star MFD chassis. Thanks to Brian
9/18/2008 KELLER- "The City Council has set aside funding in the 2008-09 budget to operate and staff Fire Station No. 4, which is under construction at the southeast corner of Bear Creek Parkway and Keller Smithfield Road. The council approved funding for the station Tuesday as part of a $67.28 million operating budget, up 2.5 percent from the current $65.65 million budget. The 11,100-square-foot station is expected to open in early 2009." from the Fort Worth Star-Telegram
9/17/2008 - Do you represent a local apparatus dealer or manufacturer, or know of anyone I missed? Please make sure you and your brands are listed correctly in the new Local Dealer/Mfg. Links. Please let me know if you have corrections or additions? I think I have contacts at all of the major brands that are in service in the area, except Sutphen. If you represent Sutphen, please feel free to send me some new deliveries as you get them. Thanks to all of you who have contributed.
9/17/2008 Breckenridge - Purchased an E-One Tradition pumper featuring: full height compartments on driver side, 1000 gallon tank, 1250 GPM Hale QFlo pump side mount pump panel, roll up rear compartment door, Federal KWS warning lights, International 2 door chassis 310 HP DT570 engine, 10 year structural warranty, lifetime water tank warranty, 10 year stainless steel plumbing warranty, 10 year paint & corrosion perforation warranty. Thanks to Tom of Hall-Mark Texas
9/16/2008 Fort Worth - Another ARFF is discussed on the City Council Agenda. Also a portable radio tower on wheels from Motorola is discussed.
9/15/2008 Fate - Has a new E-ONE Rescue Pumper Typhoon Long Cab featuring: Medical Cabinet in cab Cummins ISL 425 Engine Allison EVS3000 Transmission 12" Vista Roof Rescue Pumper Body Roll Up Compartment Doors Roof Top Compartment Storage Hale QMAX 1500 GPM Pump 530 Gallon Water Tank Foam Pro 2002 foam system 8KW Smart Power Generator Federal Signal LED warning lights. Thanks to Tom at Hall-Mark
9/15/2008 Flower Mound - has a new medic going into service at Station 3 soon. Thanks to Brian
9/14/2008 Weatherford -Takes delivery of their new CAFS pumper and 60’ CAFS ladder.
Pumper: Spartan Advantage Chassis Cummins Engine Allison Automatic Rosenbauer Aluminum Body Waterous Cx-1250 Gpm Pump Waterous 200-sp CAFS Foam System Waterous Advantus 6 Foam System 750 Gallon Poly Tank Rescue Style Compartments Robinson Roll Up Doors Electric Ladder Rack Onan 7.5 Generator
Aerial: Spartan Advantage Chassis Cummins Engine Allison Automatic Rosenbauer Aluminum Body Waterous Cx-1250 Gpm Pump Waterous 200-sp CAFS Foam System Waterous Advantus 6 Foam System 500 Gallon Poly Tank Rescue Style Compartments Robinson Roll Up Doors Side Stack Hose Bed Onan 7.5 Generator Rk – 60 Ft. 2-section Aerial Ladder
Athens -Takes delivery of a Rosenbauer 1250 GPM custom pumper. Rosenbauer aluminum body top mount control panel Waterous CSU 1250 gpm pump 1000 gallon poly tank Foampro 2002 foam system Spartan Metro Star chassis Cummins engine Allison automatic transmission Weldon V-mux multiplexing.
Wolf City - takes delivery of new Brushfighter small brush truck. Thanks to Ed
9/10/2008 Bedford - A new quint, medic, and additional apparatus bays at station 3 were discussed or mentioned in online budget info. Some items were covered in a new budget work session back on 8/8/2008. The police department wants to switch from Crown Vics to Tahoes.
9/8/2008 Prosper - Just received a new Brush truck from WEIS Fire out of Salina, Kansas running as Brush 1, photo here. It’s a 2008 F-550 4WD with a 500/10 Poly tank, winch connection in the front and back, bumper turret on front bumper, 12’ aluminum skid with gated work area, diesel powered Hale Pump and Code 3 Emergency lighting system. Thanks to Jason
9/3/2008 Godley - Received a new 400 gallon brush truck (click for photo) from Wildfire Truck & Equipment in Alvarado, TX. The truck is a 2008 Ford F550 with an 11' custom aluminum bed with a Hale HPX200 pump a Whelen LED warning package, a Mile Marker 12000# hydraulic winch and custom tool boxes. Thanks to Don
8/26/2008 Fort Worth - Had a "SV1 Spartan bomb truck and a fan ventilator " on the city council agenda this week. I'm guessing SV1 is suppose to be SVI. "The SV1 Spartan bomb truck, also known as a special service apparatus, and the trailer-mounted fan ventilator will be utilized by the Fire Department in bomb-related incidents. The fan ventilator is transportable and comes equipped with a fuel-injected engine, an 8-gallon fuel tank and has a run time of two hours. " Thanks to Brian at Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists for this link to the fan units on the SVI website.
8/25/2008 Nevada - Just took delivery of their first Crimson custom pumper from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists Inc. This pumper features Crimson's E-Lite body, side pump panel, 1000 gallon water tank, 1500GPM Waterous pump, TFT Crossfire deck gun and, Whelen LED warning lights all on a Spartan Big Easy MFD chassis. Click for photo. Thanks to Brian
8/21/2008 Weatherford and Athens - Kyle wrote in, "I stopped in at Rosenbauer Central Division in Lyons, SD on 8-20-08 and found two new apparatus from the Dallas/Fort Worth area. The first apparatus was engine 3553 for Athens, TX which will be going to Emergency Vehicles of Texas. The second apparatus was an aerial for Weatherford, TX. This is also going to Emergency Vehicles of Texas. Thanks Kyle
8/17/2008 Irving - I finally saw Irving's Decon trailer tow vehicle out at station 11. Unfortunately I had to use my cell phone camera for this photo, instead of my good camera.
8/15/2008 Denison - Has a new MICU made by Frazer. Click here for photo. Thanks to William
8/10/2008 Colleyville - Worked a 4 Alarm with a bunch of other cities this evening. Here are some photos I took.
8/8/2008 Everman - Just placed an order for a Crimson custom pumper from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists, Inc. This truck will feature Crimson's SE series body with Smart Storage, A Waterous 1500gpm pump with 750 gallon water tank, Foam Pro 1600 foam system with 30 gallon foam tank, Supervac Knight Light II, Honda 5kw generator all on a Spartan Metrostar chassis. Delivery is expected in late spring 2009. Thanks to Brian
8/7/2008 Discovery Channel - Some Assembly Required TV Show: Thursday, August 7 7:30 PM How-to, Science Building Sutphen Fire Engines; refining sugar. Original Air Date: Aug 07, 2008
8/4/2008 Brownsboro - Just took delivery of their first Crimson custom pumper from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists Inc. This pumper features Crimson's E-Lite body, side pump panel, 1000 gallon water tank, 1500GPM Waterous pump, Foam Pro 1600 foam system, TFT Crossfire deck gun and, Whelen LED warning lights all on a Spartan Big Easy MFD chassis. Click here for photo. Thanks to Brian
8/4/2008 Tyler - Just took delivery of their third Crimson custom pumper from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists Inc. This pumper features Crimson's Star Series body, side pump panel, 500 gallon water tank, 1500GPM Waterous pump, TFT Crossfire monitor, Harrison 8kw generator and, Whelen LED warning lights all on a Spartan Gladiator LFD chassis. Click here for photo. Thanks to Brian
8/1/2008 Irving - Just placed an order for an additional two (2) Crimson custom pumpers from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists, Inc. These two will be replicas of the previous two with the exception of no CAFS. The first two engines will be delivered sometime in October, the next two will be delivered in late spring 2009. Thanks to Brian
8/1/2008 Pilot Point - Took delivery of a new American LaFrance Liberty Custom 2,000 Gallon Tanker/Pumper from Gulf Coast Emergency Vehicles. Photo. Thanks to Chris
7/31/2008 McKinney - Has 2 new Ford F-150s for the Fire Marshal/Prevention office. Here's a photo of one, They have chevrons and lights on the tailgate. Thanks to Andrew
7/28/2008 Fort Worth - I visited station 35 at Alliance Airport today to take these photos of Rescue 352, a Rosenbauer Panther 3000. The engineer was even nice enough to flow some water. They moved the old E-One Titan to Meacham Field, and are expecting a 3rd Rosenbauer at 35's in the next year. There are some good wallpaper size (1024x768) photos here, here, here, and here. Thank You FWFD for pulling R352 out and flowing water!
7/28/2008 American LaFrance - Here's a press release describing American LaFrance's exiting bankruptcy. Thanks to Chris
7/26/2008 Decatur - Took delivery of their new large Brushfighter apparatus built by Emergency Vehicles of Texas. Built on a Ford F-750 2-door cab/chassis; after market front driving axle, 13’ aluminum flat bed with gated work stations, 600/20 gallon poly tank, CET 35 CFM diesel powered CAFS system, front bumper turret. Click here for photo. Thanks to Ed
7/26/2008 Arrowhead Ranch Estates - VFD recently took delivery of a new large Brushfighter apparatus built by Emergency Vehicles of Texas. Ford F-750 4-door cab/chassis; after market front driving axle; 300 hp diesel engine; automatic transmission; 12 ft. aluminum flat bed with gated work stations; Waterous diesel powered pump system; 750/10 poly tank; front bumper turret. Click for photo.Thanks to Ed
7/25/2008 Wichita Falls - Received a new Rescue-HAZMAT truck, described in this online article from the Times Record News. It's from Ferrara, click here for their photo and info. Thanks to Mike.
7/24/2008 Forney - Has a new brush truck. Here's a photo. Thanks to Michael
7/24/2008 Sherman - Has a new rescue similar to one McKinney recently received. Here's a photo. Thanks to Michael
7/22/2008 D/FW Airport - I finally caught some of the ARFF units working grass fires. It's the 3rd time that I've heard of lately. Here are some photos of them working hotspots. Irving has helped out each time too.
7/16/2008 Grapevine - Here's photo of Grapevine’s new Rosenbauer custom pumper that was recently delivered. It's built on the Spartan Gladiator cab/chassis; Rosenbauer-Central Division aluminum body; Hale QMax 2000 gpm pump; Waterous 200-SP CAFS system. Thanks to Ed at Emergency Vehicles of Texas
7/16/2008 Branch - Here's a photo of a new Brushfighter Attack truck for the Branch VFD. This is the first new truck the department has purchased in their 23 years of serving their area. Stahl body; 400/10 poly tank, Darley pump system, Foampro 1600, booster reel and Federal Signal LED warning lights. Chief Jimmy Knipp pictured with the truck. Thanks to Ed at Emergency Vehicles of Texas
7/14/2008 Tyler - just placed an order for five (5) Crimson custom pumpers from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists, Inc. These five will be replicas of the previous three and will be delivered sometime in early 2009. Photo of Engine 9. Thanks to Brian
7/11/2008 Winona- Just took delivery of their first Crimson custom pumper (photo)from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists Inc. This pumper features Crimson's SE Series body, side pump panel, 1000 gallon water tank, 1500GPM Waterous pump with Foam Pro 1600 foam system and , TFT Crossfire monitor, Honda 5kw generator, Whelen LED warning lights all on a Spartan Big Easy MFD chassis. Thanks to Brian at Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists.
7/11/2008 Fort Worth - Rescue 352 has arrived, and I believe is in service at Alliance Airport. Here's a link to it on the Central States site. See 6/26/2007 entry for details. Thanks to Peter
7/7/2008 Frisco - has a new Medic 606. It's a 2008 International/Braun. Medic 601 has an identical unit.Thanks to Eric Hansen
7/6/2008 Eagle Mountain - Recently recieved a new ambulance on a Ford chassis. Thanks to Garrett
7/6/2008 Fort Worth - has a new command vehicle in the works, expected in September. Thanks to Garrett
7/2/2008 Bedford - Has two new Medics one is M151 photograhed here. The other will be M153, if I heard correctly.
6/30/2008 Fort Worth - Rescue 14 has been in service for a while now, but I just finally got a good photo today. It's a Spartan cab with SVI body.
6/23/2008 Dalworthington Gardens- Just took delivery of their first Crimson custom pumper from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists Inc. Click for photo. This pumper features Crimson's Star Series stainless steel body, side pump panel, 1000 gallon water tank, 1500GPM Waterous pump Elkhart bypass eductor foam system with 30 gallon foam tank, TFT Hurricane RC monitor, Honda 5kw generator, SVI Knight Light II scene light, Whelen warning lights all on a Spartan Metro Star MFD chassis. Thank to Brian at Metro Fire Apparatus Specialist
6/23/2008 Boston - I went on vacation to Boston last week. Here are the fire apparatus photos I took. E-One and Pierce seem to be the dominate brands, at least from what I saw.
6/13/2008 Plano - Will be taking delivery of their new engine with a 60 ft. 2-section aerial ladder/master water stream. The truck is built by Rosenbauer-General Division with the heavy duty extruded aluminum body, Waterous pump system, RK 60 ft. aerial, Spartan Gladiator cab/chassis. Photo. Thanks to Ed of Emergency Vehicles of Texas
6/13/2008 Rhome - Purchased a new 3000 gallon custom pumper/tanker apparatus from Rosenbauer-Central Division on June 10th. The tanker will be built on a Spartan Metro Star Tandem axle chassis and the body will be a Central States with a 3000 gallon poly tank. Thanks to Ed of Emergency Vehicles of Texas
6/9/2008 Bridgeport- Just took delivery of their first Crimson custom tanker/pumper (photo) from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists Inc. This tanker features Crimson's E Series body, top mount pump panel, 2500 gallon water tank, 1500GPM Waterous pump with Eclipse CAFS system, Foam-Pro 2002 foam system with 30 gallon foam tank, Harrison 10kw hydraulic generator, SVI Knight Light II scene light, Whelen LED warning lights all on a Spartan Metro Star LFD chassis. Thanks to Brian
6/1/2008 Richland Hills - Quint 291, a Rosenbauer 75' rear mount with CAFS from Emergency Vehicles of Texas, will soon be in service. It's a great looking apparatus. Here are some walkaround photos and here's one that makes a nice desktop image, and yes it's a very tight fit into the bay. Thanks to the Richland Hills crew who pulled the quint out for me.
6/1/2008 American LaFrance - has emerged from bankruptcy. Click here for more info. Thanks to Chris
5/31/2008 Southlake - Has has a lot of money going towards art for its new public safety building. See Star-Telegram article.
5/28/2008 D/FW Airport - is featured in the online Oshkosh News Tracker. Thanks to Thomas
5/22/2008 Colleyville - Has recently put their new ambulance in service as M241. It's an 2008 F-450 Ford. Thanks to John
5/21/2008 Plano - Took delivery of two new Rosenbauer-General Safety custom CAFS pumpers on May 19th. The new pumpers have the extruded aluminum General Safety body; Waterous rear mounted pump with the Waterous 200-SP, PTO Driven CAFS “compressed Air Foam System”. Photo of Engine 3 and Engine 9. Thanks to Ed at Emergency Vehicles of Texas
5/21/2008 Grapevine, Jacksonville and Richland Hills -Emergency Vehicles of Texas will soon deliver a 75' Quint to Richland Hills, a custom pumper to Grapevine, and a 109' Quint for Jacksonville. Thanks to Ed at EVOT
5/18/2008 Irving - has a new Ford 750 Crew Cab(red) with a command looking box (white). It's at Station 11, and will be used to tow the mass decon trailer. It is not yet lettered. Once it is, I'll swing by and take some photos. Thanks to the guys who told me about the truck. They also mentioned Irving is suppose to get a fire boat. Thanks to my bicycle(found this one on a bike ride)
5/17/2008 Arlington - to Dedicate Heroes’ Park on May 17 New Park Pays Tribute to Fallen Police Officers, Fire Fighters The dedication of Heroes’ Park is set for 10 a.m. Saturday, May 17. The park is a tribute to those who have fallen in the line of duty while serving the city. The ceremony will be held at the park, which is located at 2100 W. Green Oaks Blvd., adjacent to the Arlington Police Department West Station. Media parking has been reserved at Woodland Park located on the east side of Green Oaks Blvd., across from Heroes Park.
5/16/2008 Fort Worth - A new Engine 31 was spotted recently. Thanks to Garrett
5/13/2008 Arlington - Engine 14 has been replaced with a Crimson. See photo of the old and the new. This represents the last of the 1998-99 Freightliners to go from front line to reserve status. Thanks to Chris and Brian
5/12/2008 American LaFrance - has a video update on their website. Thanks to Chris
5/11/2008 Telico - Just took delivery of their first Crimson custom pumper (photo) from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists Inc. This pumper features Crimson's E-Lite body, top mount pump panel, 1000 gallon water tank, 1500GPM Waterous pump, Foam-Pro 1600 foam system, TFT Crossfire deck gun and, Whelen LED warning lights all on a Spartan Big Easy MFD chassis. Thanks to Brian
5/11/2008 Burleson- Just took delivery of their first Crimson custom pumper(photo) from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists Inc. This pumper features Crimson's Star Series body w/ Smart Storage, side mount pump panel, 500 gallon water tank, 1250GPM Hale pump, SuperVac Knight Light II, Harrison10kw generator, TFT Crossfire deck gun and, Whelen LED warning lights all on a Spartan Advantage LFD chassis. Thanks to Brian
5/11/2008 & 7/10/2007 Cedar Hill/Grand Prairie - A new station 4 is described here as serving both cities. Mike asked me if I knew what apparatus might be stationed there. If anyone has heard, please let me know. Here's an article on WFAA.com. A new Pierce pumper is on order with delivery expected this summer. It will be designated Engine 214. Thanks to Mike, Jeff, and Eric
Texas Fire Museum - TFM Members/Friends: Texas Fire Museum is holding their 17th Annual Muster on Saturday, May 3, 2008. The show will take place at Fish Trap Park in West Dallas which is just west of the Hampton and Singleton intersection and runs from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. We plan to grill dogs again at this year's event due to the overwhelming positive response we received on last year's lunch. Chips and drinks will be provided as well. The donation can will be set up to pay for the rations. Here are some photos from the event. Thanks to the Texas Fire Museum for their hospitality and sharing their apparatus.
Lewisville - Has just recently placed new vehicles in service for all of the Chief Officers including the Batt. Chief. There's a new Dive Rescue Truck in service as well. It is also rumored that station 7 construction should be starting soon. Thanks to a visitor
The Colony - Has a new quint in service (Q473) running out of station 3 which now gives them two aerials. Thanks to a visitor
Dallas - Crimson has completed theplatform truck for Dallas. It will be Truck 37. Here's another photo. Thanks to Justin and Michael.
Keene - Is working on getting a 3000 gallon tanker with the help of the Texas Forest Service. See Fort Worth Star-Telegram article.
Red Oak- Just took delivery of their first Crimson custom pumper from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists Inc. This pumper features Crimson's Star Series body w/ Smart Storage, side mount pump panel, 1000 gallon water tank, 1500GPM Waterous pump with a Foam Pro 1600 class "A" foam system with 20 gallon foam tank, SuperVac Knight Light II, Harrison10kw generator, TFT Hurricane deck gun and, Whelen LED warning lights all on a Spartan Advantage chassis. Thanks to Brian
4/21/2008 Frisco - E601 made an apperance at FDIC Indianapolis recently, and fellow Texan, William Weeks, was able to get this photo for us. According to the windshield info."Velocity Rear Mount Pumper, 84" cab, 10" raised roof, 545 gal tank, Waterous 1500GPM pump". Thanks to William
4/17/2008 American LaFrance - Here's an update from ALF.
4/14/2008 Plano - has a new Smeal (I believe this is the one described on the 7/20/2006 entry)running as Truck 1 from Webb Fire Apparatus. Thanks to Will
4/14/2008 Palmer - has a new Ford F Series running as a rescue.
3/31/2008 Keller - A proposed Station 4 will be built at Keller-Smithfield and Bear Creek Parkway. See Star-Telegram article for more details. "Fire Station No. 4 will sit on about three acres at 501 Keller-Smithfield Road South. With its three bays, it will be larger than existing stations in the city, King said. The city's other two stations only have two bays, but could be expanded in the future, he said. The station will house six firefighters, two battalion chiefs and a captain. " It's hoped that it will be built by next spring.
3/31/2008 Mesquite - Has a new Command truck on a Ford F-450 chassis(photo). Here are some features 1.Has light towers on that retract into the body when not in use 2.Carries extra SCBA tanks for use as a cascade at structure fires 3.The unit has auxiliary power hook-ups 4.Extra computer hook-ups can be found in the cab for a variety of tasks 5. Mesquite Command 1 Runs on most structure fires as well as roll-over accidents were a ladder unit is required for victim removal. Thanks to Thomas
3/25/2008 Hutchins - Has a new brush truck running as Booster 2. It's a 2008 Ford F-350 with 300 gal water and 10 gal foam tanks. Thanks to Ryan
3/24/2008 Lancaster - Here's a photo of the newest medic. Thanks to Jordan
3/23/2008 D/FW Airport - The Bronto "44" and quint 35 are listed for sale here and here.
3/23/2008 Frisco - Martin Appartus has a photo of a new Velocity 75' Quint. Plans are for this to be replicated in diecast. Check out the scoop here.
3/21/2008 Plano - Just started construction on Fire Station #12 which is located at Coit Rd and Parker Rd in Plano. Thanks to Matt
3/20/2008 Richardson - Just took delivery of their second SuperVac Special Operations Apparatus from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialist Inc. This vehicle features an aluminum body, Onscene LED compartment lighting, Holmatro EPU60 rescue tool system, 300 gallon water tank, 250GPM Hale pump, SuperVac Command Light , Climatronics weather system, Onan 25kw generator, Whelen LED warning lights all on a Spartan Gladiator LFD 24" raised roof chassis. Photo and info Thanks to Brian
3/14/2008 Trophy Club - Is planning a new $4M fire station. See Fort Worth Star-Telegram article for details.
3/12/2008 CareFlite - "AgustaWestland is pleased to announce that CareFlite Dallas/Fort Worth has ordered another AW109 Power light twin turbine helicopter. This purchase adds to the five AW109 Powers ordered in 2001 and further expands CareFlite's fleet dedicated to emergency medical service purposes. Speaking on behalf of CareFlite, President and CEO James Swartz stated "This latest contract further confirms the reliance CareFlite, as a leading US air medical operator servicing a major metropolitan area, places upon the exceptional performance, operational economies, support and EMS capabilities of the AW109 Power. AgustaWestland's AW109 meets and exceeds our load and range requirements while adding superior single engine performance. Its unequalled maximum and cruise speed facilitates an expeditious response to CareFlite's medical emergencies when seconds are critical." Thanks to Terry
3/2/2008 Burleson - has a new Crimson engine being built.
3/2/2008 Red Oak - has a new Crimson engine being built.
3/2/2008 Tyler - has a new Crimson engine being built.
3/2/2008 Glenn Heights has a new brush truck. Thanks to Justin and his friend who sent this photo.
3/1/2008 Fort Worth - Kyle from Minnesota says we have Engine 2 and Engine 31 headed our way. Looks like these are more of the Spartan/General engines. Don says, "I have looked and found that Engine 2 is now at the Bolt Street Shop and Engines 13, 16, 32, 36, and 38(reserve) are the companys that still have the Freightliners as their Apparatus". So there's 5 more to go" Thanks for the long distance report Kyle and to Don for the Freightliner inventory.
2/26/2008 American LaFrance - Here's a little update on ALF's restructuring.
2/23/2008 Roanoke - Just took delivery of their first Crimson custom pumper from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialist Inc. This pumper features Crimsons Star Series body w/ Smart Storage, side mount pump panel, 750 gallon water tank, 1500GPM Waterous pump with Eclipse CAFS system and Foam Pro 2002 foam system with 30 gallon foam tank, SuperVac Knight Light II, Onan 10kw generator, TFT Hurricane remote control deck gun and, Whelen LED warning lights all on a Spartan Evolution chassis. Click for photo. Thanks to Brian
2/22/2008 Various - Here are lots of photos from Fort Worth Station 2, D/FW Airport Training, Stewart & Stevenson(S&S), and the Texas Fire Museum. I'll try to get some more info, but as I recall from one of the tour guides, DFW is going to be adding 2 more "city stations", 7 appartus. I think he said 3 trucks, 2 quints and two engines, but it may have been 3 engines, 2 trucks, and 2 quints. Also, they'll be adding about 40 personel. The Bronto will go bye-bye. Thanks to Texas Fire Museum
2/21/2008 Dallas - I had a chance to tour the Dallas Fire Rescue Training, Manitenance, and Supply facility today. There are lots of new apparatus waiting to hit the streets. Quite a few new boosters (thanks to Chris for the link), Bat trucks, Engine 42, an new Texas Task Force 2 USAR Semi (I think it's new), and probably others I'm forgetting. There was too much to keep up with. Here are my photos. Also, there are 2 new platforms on order(that's something new for Dallas), and a couple of new stations in the works. Thanks to Michael and Michael
2/8/2008 Arlington - Has two new Crimson's running as Engine 1 and Engine 2. These are the last 2 from the 2007 order. Thanks to Brian and Patrick
2/8/2008 Dallas - Here's a photo of a new Engine 40. Thanks to Michael
1/28/2008 - American LaFrance - Files bankruptcy under Chapter 11. See article for details and the American LaFrance site has several press releases and FAQs.
1/27/2008 Hurst - Will officially break ground on their new 2 story fire station to replace the current station 2. See this Fort Worth Star-Telegrarm article for details.
1/26/2008 Hurst - Here's a photo from Metro Fire Apparatus of Hurst's new Quint 203. They just took delivery of the a 75' Spartan/Crimson aerial from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialist Inc. The aerial features Crimsons Star Series body, side mount pump panel, 500 gallon water tank, 1750GPM Hale pump with Foam Pro 1600 foam system and, Onan 10kw generator, LED warning lights all on a Spartan Gladiator chassis. This is the first fire apparatus delivered to Hurst with the new red over white paint scheme. Here are my walk-around photos. Thanks to Brian and Robert
1/20/2008 Lancaster - Has a new Chevy MICU out of station 1. Thanks to Justin
1/19/2008 Dallas - Has some new MICUs from Wheeled Coach. Here's a photo of 51 from Michael. Thanks to Thomas
1/17/2008 Arlington - Station 3 has already been demolished to be replaced by a larger building. A new station 4 is being built behind the existing building, after which it will be demolished. Thanks to Bill
1/17/2008 American La France - Here's an article about American La France having some layoff, inventory, and other issues. Hopefully, they'll come through the difficulties stronger. Thanks to Bob
1/16/2008 Arlington - Just took delivery of the first of three Spartan/Crimson pumpers from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialist Inc. The pumpers feature Crimsons Star Series body, side mount pump panel, 750 gallon water tank, 1250GPM Waterous pump with Foam Pro 1600 foam system, SuperVac Knight Light II, Honda 5000 generator and, LED warning lights all on a Spartan Gladiator chassis. An add on order for one more engine has been received bringing the total engine order to four. Here's a photo of Engine 14. Thanks to Brian
1/09/2008 Southlake - Broke ground on their new East DPS station according to this Star-Telegram article. Also a new Truck 402 was received, and a new medic is expected. The truck is a 100 foot Sutphen. I took some photos today.Thanks to Drew
1/9/2008 Arlington - AMR Ambulance will be testing a new ambulance described in this Fort Worth Star-Telegram article. Thanks to Bob we have a photo to see the checkered paint job. Bob also sent this link with more information. After a little googling I found this, but I'm not sure it's the same paint scheme they're using here. It would certainly be hard to miss. You might find this thread interesting at www.ModelFireTrucks.net. It has photo of some fender/wheel well area chevrons that are very eye catching.
1/05/2008 Ennis - has a new Sutphen Engine. Thanks to Chad and Josh
1/1/2008 Colleyville - Two new stations should open soon. One replaces the current station 1, the other is an additional station. Fort Worth Star-Telegram article and this one tells about some city open houses.
12/17/2007 Fort Worth - Has a new Quint 26 (with blue ladder lights), photographed here with 2 other apparatus for an awesome photo. Photo, Thanks to Chris
12/17/207 Fort Worth - SVI built a new Rescue 14 on a Spartan chassis. Here's a link to the new delivery page at SVI. Thanks to Michael
12/10/1007 Various Updates from Martin Apparatus - Thanks to Russell for the info and photos.
Denton (3) Dash pumpers – for a total of 5 this year! 11/2007 delivery - photo
Garland - Arrow XT pumper and Arrow XT 75’ truck - 12/2007 delivery
Dublin - Pierce KW crew cab top control pumper -link to photo
Trophy Club - Pierce Arrow XT CAFS pumper - photo
Greenville - Pierce Enforcer CAFS pumper - photo
Frisco - Pierce Velocity 75’ quint and a rear mt. pumper – Feb.08 delivery
12/10/2007 FW NAS - Has a new Pierce Enforcer Quint. They also recently received Engine 2. Thanks to Garrett
11/24/2007 McKinney - Has a new E-One Quint as Truck 3. Photo thanks to Eric
11/23/2007 - Here are some photos from the Fort Worth Parade of Lights 2007. Fort Worth FD, Haltcom City FD, and several other fire buffs paticipated, including a couple from the Texas Fire Museum.
11/23/2007 Telico - Placed an order for a Spartan/Crimson E-Lite pumper from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialist Inc. It will feature a Crimson E-Lite body, top mount pump panel, 1000 gallon water tank, 1500 GPM Waterous pump, Foam Pro system, LED warning lights and, a Fire Com system all on a Spartan Big Easy chassis. Delivery will be in May of 2008. Thanks to Brian
11/23/2007 Nevada - Placed an order for a Spartan/Crimson E-Lite pumper from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialist Inc. It will feature a Crimson E-Lite body, side mount pump panel, 1000 gallon water tank, 1500 GPM Waterous pump and, LED warning lights all on a Spartan Big Easy chassis. Delivery will be in the summer of 2008. Thanks to Brian
11/21/2007 Fort Worth - Quint 38 was delivered this week. Ladder lighting is the new American LaFrance Clear Path LED lighted walkway. Available colors are red, blue, amber and clear. Photos and info thanks to Chris
11/21/2007 Azle, Benbrook, and Lake Worth - Recently received new brush trucks B-10, B-53, B-252. Photos courtesy John Douglas
11/19/2007 Hurst - The new 75 foot quint appears to be complete at Crimson.
11/15/2007 Roanoke has an Engine in the works at Crimson.
11/15/2007 Alvarado - Has a new brush truck that has been in service for about 5 months. The brush truck is an 07 Ford F550 from BrushFighter. They also have a new chief vehicle that has been in service for a couple of months now. It is an 07 Hummer H3. Photos and info thanks to Jordan
11/2/2007 Cedar Hill - Is getting a really little Quint. Check it out!
11/2/2007 McKinney - Here's a photo of Collin County Regional Airport's new ARFF running as Rescue 4. Photo thanks to Jeremy
10/13/2007 Arlington - Completed the final inspection on their new light and air truck from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialist Inc. The truck was built by SuperVac and features a Bauer air compressor with ASME bottles and three-position fill station, lima 40kw generator, storage for forty-eight bottles, Garmin GPS system and, Whelen LED lighting all on an International 4400 chassis. The truck is expected to be in service by the end of the month. Thanks to Brian for the photo and info.
10/9/2007 Hurst - Growing up in Hurst, I have to say, I'll really miss the yellow apparatus, but if their new Crimson Quint looks as good in red as their MICUs, it'll be easy to adjust. Check out the Quint's process on the Crimson site. Thanks to Garrett
10/9/2007 Arlington - Has 3 Crimson Engines in the works. Thanks to Garrett
10/9/2007 Dallas - Has 5 Crimson Engines being built. Thanks to Garrett
10/7/2007 Fort Worth - Two new American La France Quints for Station 38 and 26 should arrive in next couple of months. I think these are the drawings for them. Thanks to Chris
10/7/2007 Flower Mound - has received approval to purchase an aerial sometime during the 2008 Capital Purchase Program. Type to be specified and order to be placed sometime after January 2008 . Thanks to Mica and Scott
10/6/2007 North Richland Hills - Showed off their new American La France 100' mid-mount platform at their open house today. They just received it informally last night. Check out the photos here. It looks great. Also of interest, their station 3 is being remodeled, and should be finished soon. A new engine is also in the works. Here are the drawings.
10/6/2007 Colleyville - Star-Telegram article on new stations 1 and 2.
9/27/2007 Bedford - A 4 million dollar bond package will pay for "fire station improvements, $340,000 Fire Station No. 3, 541 Bedford Road, will get new apparatus bays. The station, built in 1998 south of Airport Freeway, has been using the base of a water tower to store vehicles and equipment." from the Star-Telegram
9/24/2007 Irving - Received their new Pierce 100' rear mount platform that will run as Truck 9. I believe this is their first platform truck, or at least the first in some time, and the only one in their fleet. Click here for photo.
9/24/2007 Wylie - Has a new Quint (click for photo). It is a Spartan Chassis with an American Lafrance 75' Telesquirt, General/Rosenbauer body, Waterous 1750 GPM pump with Eclipse CAFS system. Station 3 will be breaking ground soon. They are running a temporary station 3 at this time. Thanks to James
9/15/2007 Grand Prairie to Arlington - Show off your new apparatus or any apparatus at the 6th Annual Heroes Parade. See photos from the parade here.
9/15/2007 Irving - Placed an order for two Spartan/Crimson CAFS engines from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialists Inc. Both will feature Crimsons Star Series body with Smart Storage, top mount pump panel, a Waterous Eclipse CAFS system all on a Spartan Diamond chassis. This will be the first two Spartan/Crimson engines purchased by Irving. Delivery should be in the summer of 2008. Thanks to Brian
9/15/2007 Bridgeport - Placed an order for a Spartan/Crimson CAFS tanker from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialist Inc. It will feature a Crimson SE body, top mount pump panel, 2500 gallon water tank, three Newton electric dump valves and, a Waterous Eclipse CAFS system all on a Spartan MetroStar Chassis. Delivery should be in the summer of 2008. Thanks to Brian
9/3/2007 Greenville - Has a new Pierce Enforcer running as Engine 2. Thanks to Eric
9/3/2007 Waxahachie - Has a new Pierce Arrow XT running as Engine 1. Thanks to Eric
9/1/2007 Grand Prairie - Has a new Truck 9. It is a 2007 Sutphen 100’ tower with a 2000 gpm pump and a 250 gal water tank. It replaces a 1988 Sutphen tower that will be kept as a spare. Thanks to Eric for the info and this Photo
8/26/2007 Grapevine - Recently took delivery of their new Rosenbauer-Central Division 75’ quint aerial device the week of june 25th. The ladder is the RK three section 75’ hot dipped galvanized ladder; smart aerial controls; wireless remote controls; aluminum body with a 400 gallon poly tank; dual foam tanks with the Foampro system; roll out hose bed in the torque tube area; Hale 2000 gpm pump with master intake valves; hydraulic generator with a light tower; Spartan Gladiator cab/chassis; Detroit Diesel engine and Allison automatic transmission. Quint 564 is now is service. Here are a few photos I took today. Photo 1 Photo 2 Photo 3 Photo 4 Thanks to Jeremy for moving the truck around for me. Grapevine also has on order a custom Rosenbauer pumper with the CAFS foam system. Thanks to Ed
8/25/2007 Lake Worth - has a new Ford brush truck. Thanks to Garrett
8/20/2007 D/FW Airport - Has a new Oshkosh Striker with a 65ft. Snozzel model 652 with Piercing Nozzel from Crash Rescue. Check out the gold leaf and fire ant logos, Awsome! Snozzel Up photo. Thanks to Steve and Jeff for helping me with the photos (more here). Another Snozzel will run as 21 or 22, the previous 12 is now a reserve. A new Air Stair unit is expected the last week of August. It will reach as high as the new Airbus A380's lower deck to allow passageners to deplane when an aircraft isn't able to make it to the jetway. The unit is based on a Ford 550 4x4 featuring a backup camera, lighted steps, 60" wide stairway, and airhose real for supplying air tools Here is a Power Point presentation with photos from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Thanks to Jeff
8/20/2007 Fort Worth - Engine 27 is now in service and looking good. Thanks to the engineer who pulled the engine out for me. More photos here.
8/19/2007 Bedford - "The City Council voted last week to pay $296,000 for two 2008 Ford F450 modular ambulances". From Star-Telegram article.
8/18/2007 McKinney - Fire Station 3 will be dedicated 4269 Eldorado Pkwy., at 10 a.m. See article.
7/31/2007 Fort Worth - Council agenda items for construction of Station 11 near Highway 114 and Harriett Creek Drive on the Northwest Independent School District campus and Station 41 at Willow Springs Road, north of West Bonds Ranch Road near Highway 287.
7/31/2007 Mansfield - Took delivery of their new Crimson engine from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialist Inc. This is the second engine from Crimson ordered by Mansfield. The truck features Smart Storage, a 1500gpm Waterous pump, 500 gallon water tank, a Foam Pro 1600 foam system, SuperVac Knight Light II all on a Spartan Gladiator chassis Click for photo. Thanks to Brian
7/24/2007 Fort Worth - A new Hazmat/Rescue truck from SVI is on the city council agenda. Sounds like it will replace Rescue 14.
7/18/2007 Kaufman - Has a new Ladder 1 and Tanker. Photos Thanks to Michael
7/17/2007 Ennis - The new Ennis Regional opens on July 23 and has a Medevac Helicopter(Airevac/Skymed/PHI) stationed at it right now and is in service. Thanks to Justin
7/17/2007 Fort Worth - There's been a report of a new tanker at the Bolt Street shop. This is probably the tanker(for Station 41) mentioned on the 5/28/2006 Council Item. It's a US tanker sold by Metro Fire Apparatus.Thanks to Garrett and Brian
7/15/2007 Irving - Has orderd a new Truck from Pierce Mfg./Martin Apparatus, a 100ft. platform. This is a demo unit and should be in service in the near future. Currently the new truck is planned to go Station 9. Also... (D) Award -- Approving Award To Philpott Motors For The Purchase Of A Decon Tow Vehicle Cab And Chassis Through The State Of Texas Local Government Statewide Purchasing Cooperative Agreement (BuyBoard) In The Net Amount Of $109,334.38 To Be Used By The Fire Department The Award be approved. (E) Award -- Approving Award To Martin Apparatus, Inc. For The Purchase Of Two Fire Pumpers Through The Interlocal Agreement For Cooperative Purchasing With Houston-Galveston Area Council Of Governments In The Net Amount Of $838,748.00 To Be Used By The Fire Department The Award be approved. Thanks to Will
7/15/2007 Dallas - On Sunday Rescue 52 becomes a full time ambulance and Peak Demand Rescue 40 stands up. Yes I know station 40 is not open but they need the box, so it will run off the approach at station 49 in front of RED 49 and they will store it at 46's during non peak hours until station 40 opens. On July 20 Peak Demand Rescue 29 becomes Peak Demand Rescue 39 and Peak Demand Rescue 72 (now at station 26) moves to 25's, but remains Peak Demand Rescue 72. Swift Water 15 has moved to 34's. Next station to open is 40 at Kirnwood at Hampton, opens in the fall, then 50 opens then 58 opens. Thanks to Wally and Thomas adds... that the move of swift water 15 is only the beginning. As soon as FEMA funding comes through they could get a 18 wheeler for disaster relief and 1 or 2 ski-doos as well as some sort of shallow boat for floods etc., but not sure beyond that. It is most likely going to be part of Task Force 2.
7/10/2007 Carrollton - In reference to 1/9/2006 entry: I believe the engine being built in the photo has been completed and placed in service as Engine 112. There is also a new Truck 112 made by Pierce but I do not know the model. It is a 100 foot rear mount arial and to my knowledge Carrollton's first ever arial platform truck. Engine 116 & I think 117 have been recently replaced, but Im not sure how long ago that was. Thanks to Andrew
7/10/2007 - Metro Fire Apparatus is opening its new offices at 1121 Sturgeon Ct. in Arlington this week. This facility will be home for the new North Texas offices for Metro along with a make-ready and maintenance facility. We will also warehouse our full line of firefighting equipment including Task Force Tips nozzles and equipment, Holmatro rescue tools, Haix firefighting boots and Bullard thermal imaging cameras just to mention a few. Thanks to Brian
7/10/2007 - Fort Worth - Police to get new armored tacticle vehicle. See city council agenda item.
7/10/2007 Fort Worth - Several city council items were on the schedule to purchase land for a new Station 5. Currently they're at 1000 Evans. It looks like they'll be moving to the 850 blk of Magnolia/Irma.
6/26/2007 North Richland Hills, Fort Worth, Farmers Branch, and Pilot Point - All have new orders that you can check out on the American La France website and recent deliveries are shown here. Thanks to Chris
6/26/2007 Plano -Recently ordered two (2) Rosenbauer-General Safety custom pumpers; rear mount pumps with Waterous 200-SP CAFS system. They will be built on the Spartan Gladiator cab/chassis. also, purchased was a Rosenbauer-General Safety 60’ RK rear mount aerial 2-section aerial device. Thanks to Ed
6/26/2007 Athens - Has awarded the bid to Emergency Vehicles of Texas for a Rosenbauer-Central Division custom pumper that will be built on a Spartan Advantage 10” raised roof cab/chassis. . Thanks to Ed
6/26/2007 Fort Worth - Has recently awarded a purchase order to Emergency Vehicles of Texas for a Rosenbauer ARFF truck that will serve at the Alliance Airport. the vehicle will have a 3000 gallon water tank; 385 gallon foam tank; 1250 gpm roof mounted turret. Tthis will be the second Rrosenbauer ARFF truck purchased by the city of Wort Worth. Thanks to Ed
6/26/2007 - Trophy Club - has a new Pierce Arrow XT Pumper. Thanks to Eric
6/25/2007 - Grand Prairie - SVI is delivering a new Air and Light truck soon Click here for a photo or here for SVI's photos. Grand Prairie’s new Sutphen aerial tower for Truck 9 should be delivered next month and Engine 7’s new Pierce Dash pumper entered service in May. Arlington's is about 1.5 months behind GP's. They also have three engines coming from Crimson. They just starting building a heavy rescue for Richardson, have an engine coming for Roanoke,and a ladder for Hurst. Thanks to Brian and Eric
6/21/2007 Milford - Has a new E-One engine. See article here. Thanks to Justin
6/11/2007 - Duncanville - Thanks to a couple of regular visitors who let me know Duncanville's new Quint 272 and Medic 272 are in service, I spent part of my day off with a road trip to South Dallas county. Here are a few photos Q272 1 Q272 2 Q272 3 Q272 4 M272
6/11/2007 Desoto/EDUCT - Here's partial photo of the new EDUCT Com 260.
6/9/2007 - Southlake - According to a Star-Telegram article, in November, "The city's police officers and firefighters will work out of Carroll Intermediate School for about two years while their headquarters north of Southlake Town Square is demolished and rebuilt." The new station is expected to be opened in September 2009. A new structure will be built at the school site to house fire apparatus.
6/3/2007 - White Settlement - Has purchased a 2007 Pierce Contender running as Engine 2. Thanks to Peter
6/3/2007 - Trophy Club - Has a Pierce Arrow XT in the works or goto Martin's site and look click on Your Truck On The Line - Thanks to Peter
5/23/2007 - Corsicana - Here is a photo of Corsicana's new 2006 Crimson Waterous 1500GPM engine. It features a 750 gallon tank, a Foam Pro Class A system on a Spartan Advantage chassis. Thanks to Brian
5/20/2007 - Duncanville - A new trucked called Communications 260 will be stationed at station 263 and support communications in the area. Thanks to Justin
5/15/2007 - Southlake - A Star-Telegram article describes a new 3 story DPS building to be located at Town Square. Construction should start in December.
5/13/2007 - Highland Park - Has a new Pierce Dash 75' HAL. Thanks to Michael
5/11/2007 - Dallas - Location: Fire Station #38, 2839 Wilhurt Ave. @ Bonnie View Rd. Details: Dallas Fire-Rescue (DFR), is pleased to announce the opening of replacement Fire Station 38 this month. This new environmentally friendly Fire Station was designed by GSR Andrade Architects and replaces the current DFR facility at 2816 E. Illinois Ave. The station constructed by 3i/JE Dunn Construction Co. will be their first in the city to seek a Silver Leed Certification, commonly referred to as a "Green Building." The ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 11th will officially open the facility. Local artist Etty Horowitz, contracted to provide city mandated art work, will present to us three stainless steel sculptures titled, "Roots of Light." The sculpture honors the duties and community commitments performed by firefighters. City leaders and dignitaries, will join with Dallas Fire Chief Eddie Burns and members of Dallas Fire-Rescue for the opening ceremony and station tour. The event will be open to the public. Thanks to Terry
5/9/2007 - Duncanville - An NBC/Channel 5 news story mentioned that Duncanville FD is asking residents to make sure they trim any low hanging branches from trees that might damage their new fire truck. There was a very short video clip of a Pierce Quantum aerial pulling out of a station. I'm not sure of the details of the newness of the truck.
5/9/2007 - Arlington - A Fort Worth Star-Telegram article about possibly adding more firefighters, staff, and stations, etc.
5/7/2007 - Denton - Martin Apparatus, Inc. is having an Open House. Well it's come and gone, but here are some photos.Thanks to Will and Russell.
5/3/2007 - Arlington - Portable hospital described in Fort Worth Star-Telegram article.
5/5/2007 Dallas - The Texas Fire Museum's Annual Muster - Fish Trap Park - Antique apparatus will be on display and flowing water from the lake. They will start around 10:00 am and start tearing down between 2 & 3.
4/27/2007 Fort Worth - There are several city council agenda items scheduled this week.
4/24/2007 - Hutchins - Has a new station 2 in the works. Here's a computer rendering of the Hutchins Fire Rescue's Station 2....Unknown completion date. Thanks to Ryan
4/24/2007 - Dallas - Texas Task Force 2 (TX-TF2)USAR is now operational. Thanks to C.J.
4/24/2007 - Dallas - Someone has posted some cool google map info for Dallas Fire Rescue stations here. It's very cool, especially if you use Google Earth. This makes me want to update/move my existing maps over to Google. Here's my start at Tarrant County Fire Stations. If you have your department's station addresses in a handy emailable format that would really be helpful to me in getting Tarrant County stations mapped out (please take a look what I've already done before going to too much trouble. I may have already your stations listed).
4/24/2007 - McKinney - Here's a photo of the new central fire station. Thanks to Jeremy
4/12/2007 - Dallas - The National Fallen Firefighters Foundation Whistle Stop-Tour is coming to Dallas, TX Thursday April 12, 2007. This is a nationwide tour to promote firefighter safety with 20 scheduled stops across the United States during the month of April. This event will take place from 10:00am till 1:00pm at the Lowes Home Improvement Center 1710 Chalk Hill Road East Dallas, TX 75211. There will be an apparatus display and safety fair 11:30am till 1:00pm. For more information www.everyonegoeshome.com/whistlestop/ Thanks to Chris
4/7/2007 - Fort Worth - Station 34 is on the city council agena this week.
4/6/2007 - Keller and Southlake - Are now sharing resources. This Star-Telegram article describes the new combined dispatch and jail agreements. Keller took over jail and dispatching operations from Southlake, who will pay Keller for the service, saving Southlake money on their new DPS station.
4/5/2007 Arlington - Police to buy armored vehicle. "They will be the proud owners of a four-wheel-drive, $322,150 armored truck that can carry 15 fully equipped officers or 25 evacuees. The city plans to buy the Lenco BEAR -- ballistic engineered armored response -- from Lenco Armored Vehicles."See full Fort Worth Star-Telegram article here.
4/4/2007 The Colony - is building a Station 3. It's going to be located on the S.W. corner of Main St & North Colony Blvd. They got a new Pierce Dash Quint. Thanks to Peter
4/4/2007 Little Elm - is building Station 2. Thanks to Peter
4/4/2007 - Farmers Branch - Built a new station 3 to serve the west side. See article here. Thanks to Peter
4/4/2007 - Denton - Has a new Pierce as Engine 7. Thanks to Peter
4/4/2007 - Benbrook - Has a new Pierce Hazmat unit as Rescue 53. Thanks to Peter
4/1/2007 - Irving - Photos of 3 Alarm Apartment Fire
3/27/2007 - Fort Worth - A Memorial to fallen Fort Worth Police and Firefighters is in the works. Please visit their website. Thanks to Jeff
3/25/2007 - Crimson - I photographed this Dakota Pumper demo at Bedford station 1 today.
3/17/2007 - Fort Worth - Land for a new station 34 to be located in far north Fort Worth is on the city council agenda.
3/16/2007 - Hurst - Appears to have added a brush skid/unit to their utility truck and it's now marked B206 - photo.
3/12/2007 - Extrication Fest March 16-18 at Texas Motor Speedway - Click here for details. Here are a few photos from today's vendor area. New Fort Worth Engine 37 photo 1, 2, 3, Sterling Demo Pumper, RescueMaster demo
3/7/2007 - McKinney - "recently purchased a new E-One Titan aircraft rescue fire-fighting vehicle to be housed at Collin County Regional Airport" See full article here. Thanks to Jeremy
3/7/22007 - McKinney - "McKinney’s newest fire station will also double as a museum, telling the history of fire service in McKinney." See full article here.
3/6/2007 Dallas - Here's a shot of DFD T-39. This 2006 Spartan/Crimson 103' TDA is the 5th of a total of 6 purchased over the past 3 years. Thanks to Eric
3/6/007 Burleson - Here is Burleson's new Ladder 171, a 2006 Spartan/Crimson 1500 gpm quint with a 103' aerial. Also attached is Chief 271, a 2006 Ford Expedition. Thanks to Eric
3/3/2007 - Granbury - Photos from the event - The Granbury Firefighter Memorial was dedicated on Saturday, March 3. Festivities will begin with a parade (several appartus from the Texas Fire Museum will be there.) at 10 AM starting at the GISD Administration parking lot and will end at the memorial site (see map at GVFD). Following the parade will be a dedication of the "Firefighters Memorial Park". Next will be the unveiling of the statue to commemorate the 100 year anniversary of the GVFD. Thanks to Garry
2/28/2007 - Arlington - Quint 7 was on display at the Texas Association of Emergency Vehicle Technicians conference in Fort Worth today. Here are some photos. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Thanks to Chris for giving me the heads-up on the event.
2/28/2007 - Fort Worth - Is getting an American LaFrance Eagle 110’ Rear Mount Aerial. Click for photo. Photo 1, Photo 2, Photo 3, Photo 4 This will be a replacement for Quint 25. Chris says 2 more similar units are ordered and will likely be at 38's and either 33's or 26's. Thanks to Chris
2/26/2007 - Texas - Are you responsible for repairing and maintaining emergency vehicles? You might be interested in The Texas Association of Emergency Vehicle Technicians
2/26/2007 - Dallas area - Here are some photos of Dallas USAR 15, Dallas USAR 19, Dallas Co. Tanker 2, and Dallas Co. Engine 32 Thanks to Michael
2/26/2007 - Red Oak has a new rescue. Photo thanks to Jeff
2/6/2006 Fort Worth - ARFF Invitation to Bid (looks like a 2nd Rescue 35 for Alliance Airport)
1/31/2007 - Thanks to Ed at Emergency Vehicles of Texas:
Blackjack VFD – Rosenbauer-Central Division Commercial Pumper, 2-door Freightliner Liner, 1250 GPM Pump, 1000 Gallon Tank, Fol-Da-Tank Electric Rack Driver Side. – Photo P1010043
Alvarado Fire Dept. – EVOT Brushfighter Small Brush Truck, Steel Flat Bed With Work Stations, 400 Gallon Plas-mac Poly Tank, Waterous Pump System, Stainless Steel Plumbing, Hannay Hose Reel, Ford F-550 4x4 Cab/chassis – Photo 1010110
Fort Worth Fire Dept. – Delivery Of Four (4) Rosenbauer-general Division Custom Pumpers, Waterous Pump System With Eclispe CAFS Foam System, Rear Pump, Extruded Aluminum Body, Hydraulic Ladder Rack, Spartan Gladiator Custom Cab. This Will Make A Total Of 12 Cafs Pumpers For The Department. – Photo 1010035
Recent Sales Include The Following:
Whitesboro VFD – Rosenbauer-Central Division 3000 Gallon Commercial Tanker, 1250 Gpm Pump, Ih 7400 Tandem Axle Cab/chassis.
City Of Richland Hills – Rosenbauer-Central Division 75 Ft. Rear Mount Quint With CAFS System.
City Of Allen – Rosenbauer-Central Division Mini Rescue With Skid Unit.
Kempner VFD – Rosenbauer-Central Division Custom Pumper.
Wise County ESD #1 – Rosenbauer-Central Division Mini Rescue With 200 Gallon Poly Tank, Waterous Pb18-3030c Pump System, Rollup Doors, Ford F-550 Cab/chassis.
Paradise VFD – Rosenbauer-Central Division Pumper/tanker, 1800 Gallon With 1250 Gpm Pump, Freightliner M2 4-door Cab/chassis.
1/26/2007 - Fort Worth - Artwork for Fire Stations 11 and 41 - Council Agenda Items
1/22/2007 - Lewisville - M161, 162, and 163 are all brand new and in service this week. M165 was placed into service new about 6 months ago. All of our medics are on a five year replacement cycle. The old ones just entered their 6th year. Two of the ones we were using will be converted for use as Support 160 and our backup dive rig. Two of the others are being sent to Florida for chassis repairs and will be our reserve medics. Thanks to Brandon
1/20/2007 - D/FW Airport - Training facility hosts Broward County - Fox 4 News footage
1/7/2007 Fort Worth - Station 38 at 13280 Park Vista Blvd should open this month. It will be the first of 4 new stations for far north Fort Worth, and will no doubt reduce response times and improve fire service in the area. "The next stations should take less time to build, he said. A station will be built on Willow Springs Road south of U.S. 287 and another in the Harriet Creek area at Texas 114 and Farm Road 156. The fourth station will be built in the Sendera development by late 2009. " See the whole Fort Worth Star-Telegram article here. "Deputy Fire Chief Jay Peacock said discussions are under way to have Keller and Fort Worth help each other whenever emergency crews from one city are not available for areas near the cities' border. And both Fort Worth and Keller could send crews in cases where jurisdiction is unclear. One of the units could be turned back after a determination is made. "
12/31/2006 Colleyville - Is getting two new stations. One will be at 5212 of Pool. The other will be at 5209 Colleyville Blvd, replacing the existing Hall-Johnson station. According to a Fort Worth Star-Telegram article, they could be open by mid summer.
12/28/2006 Dallas - has a new SVI Urban Search & Rescue truck running as Dallas Regional Urban Search & Rescue 15(Texas Task Force 2) Dallas City Council info on USAR and another city hall link. Thanks to Will and Blaine
12/26/2006 Irving - has a new Pierce as Truck 8, photo - Thanks to Will and Here's my photo.
12/26/2006 Fairview - has a new rescue, photo - Thanks to Michael
12/26/2006 Little Elm - has a new Pierce as Quint 622, photo - Thanks to Michael
12/14/2006 Terrell - Has a new SUV and a new Engine 1. Photos courtesy Michael Lanier
12/13/2006 Arlington - Fort Worth Star-Telegram article about renovations to Station 7. Crews and equipment will be at 13's and 14's during the expected 4-6 months.
12/13/2006 Plano - Here a photos of Plano new Medic 176 and Command Post 182 and Engine 181/174 and Brush 187. Thanks to Jeremy
12/13/2006 Rockwall - Here's a photo a their new Brush Truck 1 - Thanks to Michael
12/10/2006 Farmers Branch - Has placed a 2006 Pierce Quantum heavy rescue/utility into service as Utility 131. Photo by Eric Hansen Thanks Eric, sorry for the delay.
12/10/2006 Arlington has a new Quint 1 (left front view, right front view) that should be in service before Christmas. Thanks to Brian for the info and photo.
12/9/2006 Texas Fire Museum (Holidays 2006 photos)
12/7/2006 McKinney - Here's a photo of the new Engine 1. Thanks to Jeremy
12/9/2006 Dallas - Texas Fire Museum’s 6th Annual Holiday Open House Saturday, December 9, 2006 10:00 a.m. until ? 2600 Chalk Hill Road Dallas, TX 214-267-1867 - Come see our apparatus and warning light display See video “highlights” of this year’s activities See the progress on our apparatus restorations including the extremely rare 1923 American LaFrance Type 48 Pumper from Brenham, the 1929 Seagrave Pumper from Hillsboro and the 1983 American LaFrance Pumper from Richardson. Meet and greet museum members and guests Listen to holiday music provided by Praise, Incorporated The luncheon will provided by Babe’s Chicken Dinner House with fried chicken and appropriate trimmings A raffle will be held with fire themed items as prizes Luncheon Costs: Adults: $10.00; Children 6-12: $5.00; Kids under 6: $3.00 If you wish to dine with us, please make a reservation via e-mail to firemuseumdocent at aol.com or by calling the museum at 214-267-1867. Please RSVP no later than the close of business on Thursday, December 7th, 2006 End of year tax deductible donations for future support of the museum are appreciated.
11/29/2006 McKinney - The new Wysong Central Fire Station is set to open Feb. 12th it is going to house Battalion 1, Med 1, Engine 1, Truck 1 and Utility 1.
11/27/2006 McKinney - Opened their brand new Station 6 last week near the 75/Eldorado intersection at 1890 Marketplace Drive. Currently, the station houses Engine 6 and Med 6. Also, MFD has a new Central Station under construction on Highway 5 slated to open in Feb. Thanks to Dustin
11/27/2006 Plano - Station 11 is now in service at 4800 Los Rios Drive. Station 11’s coverage area includes the northeast parts of Plano east of U.S. 75 and Spring Creek Parkway. Housed at the station is a fire engine staffed with four fire personnel.
11/19/2006 Fort Worth - Photo of the new station 8 at night.
11/11/2006 Colleyville - Here's a photo I took of the new Engine 241 that was delivered several months ago.
10/28/2006 D/FW Airport - Here are some photos (1, 2, 3) of D/FW's new Pierce Hazmat/Rescue truck, stationed at 2s. They were at Grapevine's Public Safety day. A firefighter told me station 6 is in the works for the Freeport area of the airport, and that 2 Oshkosh Strikers with Snozzels are also being built.
10/28/2006 Grapevine - I think this is a new, or fairly new MICU for Grapevine. Also this Pickup and Dive Truck are new photos for me. An old MICU was converted to a Rehab run by the Citizen's Fire Academy Alumni Association.
10/28/2006 Arlignton - The new engine 11 (photo) has arrived. It should go into service next week. We also placed an add-on order for three more just like it to replace E1, E2 & E14. Thanks to Brian
10/13/2006 Fort Worth - According to a city council agenda item, a new ARFF will be purchased primarily with FAA grant money for Fort Worth Alliance Airport.
9/23/2006 Heroes Parade - video of parade as it left Texas Stadium (about 11MB windows media file, .wmv)
9/23/2006 Waxahachie Rural - bought a new engine. Article in The Waxahachie Daily Light - Thanks to Justin
9/23/2006 Waxahachie is getting a new engine with all new equipment. They will also be getting a new station around 287 & Broadhead road. Ladder 1 will move to station 3 in the future. Article in The Waxahachie Daily Light -Thanks to Justin
9/21/2006 Fort Worth - "The mobile command post and support unit is no longer based out of the old air shop ( old Station 11). It is now based out of Station 8. Also LT8 is now LT9, it having moved to Station 9 just after the opening of the new station. Quint 25 and Quint 26 are due to be replaced sometime before the end of the year. " Thanks to Dan
9/21/2006 Rosser - has a new engine pictured here. Thanks to Ed
9/21/2006 Fort Worth - Here's a photo of the new Engine 41. Ed at Emergency Vehicles of Texas says 4 more are on order for December delivery. Thanks to Ed
9/21/2006 Haltom City - is getting another custom Rosenbauer-Central pumper. This new custom pumper will look like the truck delivered in November 2005 but they have added Waterous 200-SP CAFS system to the truck. Thanks to Ed
9/23/2006 Heroes Parade - Is your department particpating? WHEN & WHERE: September 23, 2006 Begins 9:30 am at Texas Stadium in Irving, Texas. End point American Airlines Center, Dallas, TX.
9/15/2006 Fire Rescue International (FRI) 2006, Dallas, TX Expo Photos -Copyright © Ben Saladino
9/8/2006 Fort Worth - Has Mass Casualty Unit on the City Council Agenda
8/31/2006 Fort Worth - Police Cars are back in black and white. Star-Telegram photo/article.
8/26/2006 Farmers Branch - Has a new Pierce Quantum Heavy Rescue being built. Check the progress here. Thanks to Will
8/25/2006 Frisco - Has just taken delivery of a 2006 E-ONE Cyclone 2 Special Ops Squad 601. Thanks to Jeremy
8/23/2006 Denton - Is building a Station 7, and a Training Facility. Some online docs are here. Thanks to Peter
8/23/2006 Cedar Hill - has a new Pierce Quint
8/22/2006 Mesquite - Police is one of the first in the area to put the new Dodge Chargers(nice ride, see photo here) into service. Thank to Bill
8/21/2006 Euless - I took some photos of the 3 alarm fire in Euless last night. Three Alarm apartment fire in Euless, Texas. Firefighters from seven (7) agencies , Euless, Bedford, Hurst, Fort Worth, Colleyville, Grapevine and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, assisted with the three story fire that occurred early Sunday evening. The fire reportedly started when a mattress inside an apartment was ignited by a candle burning too close to the bed. One firefighter was transported to a local hospital with heat exhaustion and was later released in good condition. No other report of injuries. The building was a total loss and displaced 41 residents. The firefighter is doing well and was released last night. Thanks to Euless FD
8/21/2006 Arlington - "We just did the final inspection of the new E11 (picture). We also did just place an order with Crimson for three more at our current specification. The new quint 1 will be in the Crimson booth at ICHIEFS. " Thanks to Brian
8/19/2006 Hurst - New Dodge Chargers hit the streets for Hurst Police Department. Star-Telegram article.
8/18/2006 Irving and Parker County - LDV will display some new local command and communications vehicles at Fire Rescue International September 14-15 in Dallas. Thanks to Will
There's a link there to get a free pass to the FRI2006 expo. I wish I would have known that before I spent my $25<G>.
8/12/2006 Mansfield - Is asking for money for 6 more firefighters and a 4th fire station for the NW (Proposed construction in January, at 287 and 1187) in next the next 2 year's budgets. An engine for the new station has already been bought, and a medic is requested in a capital improvement project, according to a Fort Worth Star-Telegram article.
8/12/2006 Arlington - 3 New engines are proposed for the upcoming budget, but no new firefighters according to a Fort Worth Star-Telegram article.
8/10/2006 Lake Worth - Has a new Pierce Dash. Thanks to Eric
8/9/2006 Fort Worth - At 13:00 this afternoon, the new Fort Worth Fire Station No. 8 was officially placed in service replacing the old station. The new station is located at the corner of West Rosedale & 12th Avenue near Plaza Medical Hospital. Thanks to Dan
7/31/2006 Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) - Pierce Heavy Rescue - Lance chassis, CAT C13 525 HP engine, Capricorn 2000 weather station, awning, 40 KW PTO generator, 15 KW diesel generator, Night Scan light tower, TAK-4® Independent Front Suspension, Command Zone™ advanced electronics system, Side Roll Protection™ breathing air system. Thanks to Thomas
7/30/2006 Waxahachie Rural - Should be receiving a new engine soon. Thanks to Eric
7/26/2006 Eagle Mountain - Placed in service July 4th weekend. Click here for photo. Crimson Pumper on a Spartan Advantage Chassis Extreme duty interior. 400 hp Cummins. 1250 Waterous pump 750gal water. 10 gal. class “A” foam. foam pro 1600 foam system. Whelen led light package. Honda 5KW generator W/ Command Knight light light tower. Thanks to Steve
7/20/2006 Colleyville - Martin Appartus has photos of Colleyville's new Pierce Quantum E242 on their New Deliveries page. Looks like lots of other North Texas departments as well. Thanks to Russell
7/20/2006 Plano - "To approve the purchase of one (1) Smeal 100’ Mid-Mount Aerial Ladder Platform in the amount of $836,929 from Webb Apparatus of Texas through an existing contract/agreement with H-GAC Cooperative Purchasing Program, and authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. (FS12-05) " Thanks to Tim
7/7/2006 Fort Worth - According to City Council agenda items Station 11 and 41 are in the works. "On July 15, 2003, (M&C C-19661) the City Council authorized the City Manager to execute an agreement with RPGA Design Group, Inc. for the design of Fire Station No. 38 and the development of a prototype design for a two-company, three-bay fire station. Fire Stations No. 11 and No. 41 will be prototype facility designs adapted to the specific sites. Fire Station No. 11 is in the 2004 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and will be located in COUNCIL DISTRICT 2 on Highway 114 and Harriet Creek Drive on the Northwest Independent School District central campus. Fire Station No 41 is in the 2004 CIP and will be located in COUNCIL DISTRICT 7 on Willow Springs Road, north of West Bonds Ranch Road near Highway 287. "
6/11/2006 Wylie - Has a new Rosenbauer Quint 2. Thanks to James
6/11/2006 Eagle Mountain - getting a new crimson engine. Pics of it are here It is in Houston getting graphics, light tower, and tools & brackets installed right now. We'll post updated pics when it arrives, which should be by the end of this month. Thanks to Red
5/28/2006 Sherman - has a new 2006 Pierce 350Cat 1250/750 CAFS Light Tower Rescue body w/enclosed ladders at rear Harrison hydraulic generator. Thanks to RMW
5/28/2006 Garland - has 2 new Dash pumpers and 2 new 75' Dash aeriels from Pierce and Martin. Thanks to RMW
5/28/2006 Argyle - has a new Pierce engine as E511. Thanks to RMW
5/28/2006 McKinney - has a new E-One as Trunk 1. Thanks to Jeremy
5/28/2006 Fort Worth - Station 41 has an engine and a 3000 gallon tanker on its wish list. City Council Agenda Item
5/28/2006 Dallas - is field testing single, large tires on Aloca rims to possibly replace the current, dual tire configurations. Engine 10 (I think) and Truck 19 have been outfitted with the new tires and rims and have gotten good review from the bubbas. Truck 19 supposedly is 1000 lbs lighter using the single tires on aluminum rims. Thanks to Ronald
5/23/2006 Thanks to Jeff for the following updates.
North Richland Hills - City Council approved a new Ladder truck to replace the 20 year old Sutphen currently used.The truck will be purchased from ATC American LaFrance for $869,666. The council also approved purchase of a new ambulance.
Benbrook - City council approved purchase of a new Hazmat / Rescue from Pierce Manufacturing. The truck was purchased using State Homeland Security Grant and Urban area Security Initiative grand money. The total cost is $335,343 plus $49,657 to equipt the apparatus. The truck will be a 2006 Pierce Enforcer Chassis with Encore Rescue body.
Grand Prairie - City Council approved purchase of a new Truck 9 from Sutphen. Total amount for the apparatus is $785,118.15
Dallas - City council reviewed the 2006 November bond packet. The Fire department is seeking $53,950,489 for the following fire station additions and improvements. Replacement of fire stations 6,27,32,37 and 44 Expansion of fire station 10 Adding a truck company to station 10 New fire station at 5400 Keeneland Pkwy / Walton Walker New Engine, Ladder and Rescue along with 17 personnel for the new station Fire Station Land Acquisitions located in the areas of 6700 W Kiest Blvd, 7800 Camp Wisdom Rd and 4300 Mountain Creek Parkway
Dallas Police - City Council approved on 5/10 the purchase of three helicopters for the Police Department from Bell Helicopter
5/13/2006 Fort Worth - I stoppyed by Emergency Vehicles of Texas right after 5 new Spartan/General Safety engines arrived for Fort Worth FD. See photos below. They're great looking trucks, and feature a new enclosed ladder rack.
Engine 7, Engine 12, Engine 18, Engine 26, Engine 28
5/11/2006 Plano - has a new Rosenbauer as Brush 187. Photo Thanks to Tim B.
4/28/2006 Mesquite - got a new 105 Smeal aerial as Truck 1, back in December.
4/25/2006 North Richland Hills - Will be getting a new fire training facility. See Fort Worth Star-Telegram article.
4/21/2006 D/FW Airport - Will open their new operations/communications center today. See Fort Worth Star-Telegram article here.
4/8/2006 Hurst - Police and Fire departments are changing their color schemes according to Hurst Highlights.
3/26/2006 McKinney - Fire/EMS has just taken delivery of a 2005 E-One Cyclone 2 pumper as new engine 4 and a 2005 E-One Cyclone 2 truck company as truck 1. Thanks to Jeremy originally 2/12/2006
3/27/2006 Fort Worth - An ARFF for Alliance is mentioned on the city council agenda.
3/27/2006 Fort Worth - A station for the 287 Zone in North Fort Worth is on the city council agenda.
3/28/2006 E-One Fire Trucks will be featured on the TV show John Ratzenberger's Made In America Click here for show times.
3/10/2006 Wylie - has a new air/light support truck and grass rigs in service. Squad 5- GMC 6500 chassis, Mickey body, command light, cascade system, support equipment. Body Installed by Mickey Body of Dallas. All other components assembled by Wylie Fire-Rescue Personnel. Attack 1 and Attack 2- Ford F 550 4x4 chassis. Bed by J-Rod. All other components assembled by Wylie Fire-Rescue C shift, Station 2. Haz-mat trailer is also in service. Thanks to James Brown
3/6/2006 Haltom City - receives new Rosenbauer-Central custom pumper built on a Spartan Diamond cab. Photo Thanks to Ed at EVOT
3/6/2006 McKinney - received a air truck built by Rosenbauer-Central on a Ford f-550 with cascade system, 2 bottle fill station, large diesel generator, light tower. Photo Thanks to Ed at EVOT
3/6/2006 Union Valley - VFD receives new Rosenbauer-Central custom pumper. Photo Thanks to Ed at EVOT
3/6/2006 Oak Point - Oakpoint fire department received a Rosenbauer-Central commercial pumper with Rosenbauer max CAFS system. Photo Thanks to Ed at EVOT
3/6/2006 Various - from Emergency Vehicles of Texas - We have the following trucks coming up to deliver between now and May 15th:
Plano - Mini Rescue with a Waterous/Pneumax 100-50-DSC CAFS skid for parking garage and brush fires. Due in April 13th.
Wylie - 65' Telesqurt built on a Spartan/Diamond custom chassis, General Safety extruded aluminum body. Due in March 27th.
Fort Worth - Four (4) Rosenbauer-General custom pumpers with CAFS around May 15th.
Rogers VFD - Freightliner M2 4-door cab/chassis 4x4 with a PTO driven pump.
Medina Lake VFD - Freightliner M2 extended cab pumper/tanker.
Deweyville VFD - Rosenbauer-Central Mini Rescue with a Pneumax 120-60-DSC skid front bumper turret. Thanks to Ed at EVOT
3/4/2006 Dallas - has a new SVI Air & Light Unit
3/4/2006 Ovilla - has a new SVI Quick Attack
3/4/2006 Ovilla - has a new SVI Air & Light Unit
3/4/2006 Red Oak - has a new SVI Heavy Rescue
2/17/2006 Wylie - Received approval from council this week for Quint 3. It will be a General/Rosenbauer '75 foot Quint on a Spartan Chassis. Quint 2 is being built. Thanks to James
2/12/2006 Arlington - We just took delivery of Engines 9(photo) & 12 and will be getting Quint 1 in a couple of months. We also have on order Engine 11 and Quint 7 which will be delivered in September. Quint 7 will be in the Crimson booth at the ICHIEFS conference in Dallas September 14th thru the 16th. Thanks to Brian
2/2006 Plano - Several new medics, engine, and a USAR are/or will be in service soon- Thanks to Tim and Alex
1/27/2006 Fort Worth - Several cards, a pickup, an a van are part of a proposed purchase on the city council agenda.
1/19/2006 Plano - It looks like Plano has placed in service a new M171. Thanks to Larry
1/12/2006 Grand Prairie and Highland Village- We also have a new engine at Grand Prairie that is pretty nice - new graphics... also Highland Village has a new Dash pumper with CAFS. Thanks to Russell of Martin Apparatus
1/12/2006 Denton - has a new Pierce Hazmat truck. Thanks to Russell
1/10/2006 Weatherford - Just wanted to pass along pictures of the new LDV Command Vehicle for the city of Weatherford Fire Department. It was provided through a Homeland Security Grant. It is now housed at our station 3 on the interstate. Thanks to Ryan
1/10/2006 Denton - LDV built a new truck for SWAT.
1/9/2006 Carrollton - Ferrara is building a new eninge based on a Spartan chassis. See photos here. Thanks to Will
1/9/2006 Irving - The mobile command truck is in that the City of Irving had ordered. It's a Kenworth chassis that is white and has blue and red stripes. Thanks to Will
12/16/2005 Fort Worth - 5 Engines from General Safety and a 100' Ladder from American LaFrance are on the City Council Agenda
12/15/2005 American LaFrance is now owned by Patriarch Partners, LLC See press release here.
12/11/2005 Fort Worth NAS JRB - Since 2002 the NAS Fire & Emergency Services has replaced all their front line equiptment. This includes 3 Oshkosh T-1500's (Navy-3,4,5), 1 Pierce Contender 1250 pumper(Engine 1), and 1 E-One 1250 Tele-Squirt (Ladder 1). The T-1500's are named as follows. Navy 3: INTIMIDATOR, Navy 4: BIG RED, Navy 5: CRIMSON TIDE. Thanks to Ron
12/7/2005 Fort Worth - Police cars will soon be "black and white" again. See Fort Worth Star-Telegram article here.
12/1/205 Wylie - We have the following vehicles on order.
1- General/Rosenbauer 65' Quint. To replace existing Quint 2
2- Ford F 550 Grass Rigs
We just received a GMC 6500 with an 8 bay Mickey body for our light and air truck. Station 3 just passed the bond election. It will most likely begin construction in 2006. A new Quint may follow. We have received the following equipment recently. 26' Haz-mat trailer, swift water trailer, 2 hovercraft. We also resored our '47 General fire truck this year. Thanks to James
12/1/2005 Cedar Hill - In talking to a FF from Cedar Hill. The city is currently taking bids to acquire a new quint for station 212. They may even replace the current quint (211) due to mechanical problems they cannot seem to get fixed. Thanks to Anonymous
11/23/2005 Irving - The following purchase is for new Truck 8. BTW, the current Truck 8 was hit last weekend while blocking on a freeway. This purchase was planned already. The damage looks more cosmetic but will need to be inspected to make sure the outriggers did not suffer any damage. Medic 5 and Medic 2(a new unit formed) are expecting delivery shortly of new MICU's from Frazier. They resemble the other new Ford's purchased with the exception of the Chevron's that Plano has been using they are located around the rear doors. Just a little side note, the Truck will have a pump on it. The rig will still be called a Truck and not a Quint. Will (C) Award -- Authorizing The Purchase Of A Ladder Truck For The Irving Fire Department From Martin Apparatus, Inc. Through The Interlocal Agreement For Cooperative Purchasing With The Houston-Galveston Area Council Of Governments In The Net Amount Of $681,296.00 Thanks to Will
11/22/2005 Plano - Has a new Rosenbauer as USAR 184. Thanks to Tim B for the photo.
11/20/2005 Fort Worth - It appears that Water 9 is now Water 41.
11/10/2005 Plano - To authorize the purchase of two (2) Dodge Charger Police Vehicles in the amount of $52,360 from Columbus Country Dodge, through Texas Association of School Board Purchasing Buyboard Contract and authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary documents (208-04). To authorize the purchase of eleven (11) Chevy Impala (9C3) Unmarked Police Sedans in the amount of $190,058 from Caldwell Country Chevrolet, through Tarrant County Joint Venture Cooperative Purchase Program and authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. (2005-001) Thanks to Tim
11/08/2005 Fort Worth - Today station 41 was scheduled to begin service, located in far northwest Fort Worth off of 287 near 156 it will cover the fast growing are that had been previously lacking the fast response of a nearby Fire Station. Also, FD is going to reuse the station designators 11 and 34 for future stations, the Air Shop had the designation of Station 11 but is now simply known as the Air Shop. They are looking at another station further out on 287 which might get the Station 11 designation. Thanks to Ed
10/31/2005 Coppell - Truck123 went in service at station 3. Thanks to Ryan
10/22/2005 Euless - I went to the new Station 3 Open House today, and talked with a FF who said they are expecting a new Sutphen Quint for that station early next year. He said it will not have a platform.
10/22/2005 Plano - I saw these 3 new Rosenbauers at Emergency Vehicles of Texas today. The first one is E174, I think E172, can't tell about the 3rd. Here's another photo courtesy of Tim B.
10/22/2005 Colleyville - Will build two new fire stations, instead of one. Star-Telegram Article. "The two stations are now in the design stage, and construction should be completed in 2007. The main fire station will be on Colleyville Boulevard, just north of Main Street. A second fire station will be on Pool Road, south of O.C. Taylor Elementary School." The article also mentions a new ladder truck was approved in a February vote.
10/21/2005 Euless - Station 3 has been moved. Open House 10/22/2005 10AM to 2PM. Star-Telegram article.
9/30/2005 Fort Worth Police Department to purchase 3 Sky Watch Eagles. City Council Item " The Sky Watch Eagle will be utilized toward crime prevention and detection of crime at various community events and public locations. It can be strategically located in public areas and due to its versatility can be used for surveillance, emergency response, crowd control or disaster preparedness.
9/30/2005 Fort Worth - City Council Item for construction contract for Fire Station 38 at Park Vista Blvd. and Westport Parkway.
9/20/2005 Dallas - On Monday October 3rd Truck 4, Engine 4 and HazMat 4 and personnel move to 3 station and become T-3 E-3 and HazMat 3. Truck 3, Engine 3 and Booster 3 and personnel move to station 4 and become T-4 E-4 and BU 4. As a result Rescue 3 will join HazMat Task Force 3 and respond with the task force. This move is all about the paramedics, there was no room at 4's for adding the Rescue. HazMat Task Force response will be T-3, R-3, and HazMat 3. Battalion 1 stays at 4's. The North Texas USAR task force is moving forward Heavy Rescues are being ordered for 19's and 15's from Spartan Gladiator Chasis 4 door cab and SVI body with delivery in August 06, 20 foot rescue body overall length 35 feet, 4 compartments on each side, 2 rear compartments, ladder to roof with more compartments, 9000# front winch, command light and generator. The heavy rescues will answer on second alarms on their side of the river. Both stations will also keep their trucks. Thanks to Wally
9/12/2005 Haltom City - I heard some talk on the scanner today about a new engine from Central States.
9/11/2005 Fort Worth - This city council agenda item describes plans to put up a temporary fire station #41 at 834 Blue Mound in Haslet.
8/28/2005 Cleaburne - Received a $360,000 grant for improving interoperablity and regional radio communications within Johnson County. See article here. Thanks to CJ & Linn
8/28/2005 D/FW Airport - is building a new Emergency Operations Center and Air Operations Center next to Station 1.
8/7/2005 Alvarado - Got a new Pierce Engine. Thanks to Peter
8/7/2005 Southlake - Got another Pierce Quantum. Thanks to Peter
8/7/2005 Flower Mound - Got a Pierce Air and Light truck and another Engine. Thanks to Peter
7/29/2005 Dallas - "Authorize the purchase of a replacement rescue boat with fire suppression capability to be used on Lake Ray Hubbard from Sea Ark Boats, Inc. - Sole Source - Not to exceed $88,904 - Financing: 2004 Equipment Acquisition Contractual Obligation Notes [05-1929; APPROVED]" Thanks to Tim
7/22/2005 Dallas - Crimson has some photos showing a Dallas (Tractor Drawn Aerial (TDA) in the build process. Thanks to Tim
7/16/2005 Fort Worth - Might move Station 44 at Meacham Airport to 3801 North Main Street. City Council Agenda Item
7/11/2005 Grand Prairie - A new Sutphen 100' is in service as Truck 8. Thanks to Eric
7/4/2005 Fort Worth Now in service, Squad 2 photo with rear chevrons.
7/2/2005 Forest Hill - Rolls out a new heavy rescue July 12. Photo courtesy Tom, Forest Hill Fire Rescue
7/2/2005 Fort Worth -has begun construction on the new Station 8. It's located on the S.E. corner of W. Rosedale & 12th Ave. It's 7 blocks West of the current Station 8. . Thanks to Peter
7/2/2005 North Richland Hills (NE Tarrant Fire Dept. Association) recently received an SVI/Spartan Bomb Squad. Photo courtesy of Jeff H.
6/25/2005 D/FW Airport - I saw D/FW's new fan truck(not sure if that's the right terminology) at the Terminal D open house today. A 1.5" line can be connected for misting to help with biotoxins. Also, they have a neat little EMS unit for use in side the terminals (see photo here).
6/24/2005 Fort Worth - Peter was right about the hovercraft. (city council agenda item).
6/23/2005 Carrollton - Recently received a Spartan engine by Ferrara (see details here). Thanks to Will.
6/23/2005 Rowlett - Station 4 is up and running at 6800 Rowlett Rd. Engine 4 has finally arrived, it is a 75' quint from E-one. The new 15000 sq ft. Station 1 construction started today (06/23/05)at Miller Rd and Weems Way. Medic 1 has received a new type 1 ambulance from Frazier Inc. Also, the new combo Fire/Police Command Truck from Metro Apparatus is due in this week. This all brings Rowlett up to: 4 Stations/ 2 Engines, 2 Quints, 3 Medics, 1 Chief Suburban, 1 Brush, 2 reserve engines, 2 reserve MICU's, 1 reserve Tahoe and pick-up, 1 utility admin F350 crew cab, 1 boat, 2 personal watercraft. The new Medic 4 should be in later this year. There is also a proposed Heavy Rescue and Aerial platform on the CIP list. No dates assigned. Thanks to Gary
6/23/2005 Plano - "To authorize the purchase of one (1) Super Vac Special Service Walk-In Aluminum Body on a Spartan Motors Custom Aluminum Chassis in the amount of $652,646 from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialist, Inc., through H-GAC Cooperative Purchasing Program contract and authorizing the City Manager to execute any and all documents necessary to effectuate this purchase. (FS10-03) " Thanks to Tim
6/21/2005 Fort Worth - The new Fort Worth Station 8 is under construction at the S.E. corner of 12th Ave. and Rosedale. I also went by the shops on W. Bolt, and the new Engine 22, 23, and 29 were there. They are Rosenbauer with a Spartan Gladiator Classic cab. It also looked like they had two new Hovercrafts. Unless they just repainted the red, and blue ones they use to have to all white with blue stripes to match the trucks. Thanks to Peter
6/14/2005 Fort Worth - The New Squad is at Bolt Street. It's larger than the current truck and is very nice looking. The New Canteen has made it's first runs and we are still working out some things but it will be a great running truck. The old one is sulking behind some of the reserve trucks still. Thanks to Ed
6/8/2005 Frisco - Fire Dept. has begun construction on Station 5. It's located at 14300 El Dorado Parkway in the N.E section of Frisco. Also the new Central Station is under construction across the street from the current Central Station. Station 5 is set to open later this year. I'm not sure about when Central will open. Thanks to Peter
5/31/2005 Kennedale - Has a new HazMat Squad numbered 59. Thanks to Andy for the Photo.
5/07/2005 Fort Worth - The Police Department maybe getting a new communications vehicle. City Council Agenda Item
4/30/2005 Little Elm - "Little Elm will be starting construction on station 2 on Walker Ln. this summer, and are getting ready to spec out a 75' quint from the bond election in Sept. 2004. They will also be taking delivery of a Frazer 14' box on a F450 within the next month as well." Thank to Matt
4/28/2005 Red Oak - "Just to let everyone know Red Oak FD will be changing there unit numbers soon there currently numbered as Engine 4 Ladder 1 Rescue 1 They have other units at there station but these are the main ones that you will hear on the radio the most. There new numbering will be as follows Engine 181 Quint 181 Squad 181 They are also set to receive a new walk in heavy rescue I think sometime at the end of this year and it will be called Rescue 10. It will cover 10 cities and it will be first call to DFW Airport on plane crashes. This truck is also federally funded and if the governement requests it, it can be sent anywhere they may need it. Everyone that will be on it is currently being trained in Rope rescue, Swift Water Rescue, Trench Rescue, and High Angle Rescue. This new truck is all part of a group of city fire departments that got together they include Red Oak, Glenn Heights, Lancaster, DeSoto,Ovilla,Duncanville and Cedar Hill. Lancaster fire department will or already has received a hazmat trailer that will be pulled with a new Ford pickup. They will be handling all the hazmat calls for the whole southern dallas county and northern ellis county area. " Thanks to Cody
4/1/2005 Thanks to Jeff for the following...
Fort Worth - City Council item recommending purchase of station exhaust systems
Rockwall - Approval for a new Fire Command and Communications Vehicle
Plano - Getting four (4) Horton Medium Duty Ambulances in the amount of $732,516
Plano - Purchase of one (1) Rosenbauer-General Safety Extruded Aluminum Rescue CAFS Unit on a Ford F-550 Chassis in the amount of $149,717 awarded to Emergency Vehicles of Texas, Inc. (Might be a new brush rig)
Addison - One (1) new Ambulance for $111,225
Hurst - New Brush Rig
3/28/2005 NEFDA - Several new trucks from SVI are at Bedford Station 1. Grapevine Heavy Rescue, North Richland Hills Hazmat, and Euless Mass Casualty All are part of the North East Fire Department Association have a sharp looking "Serving Together" logo.
3/22/05 Arlington - The new Crimson Engine 13 is here. Thanks to Brian for the photos.
3/18/05 Forest Hill - SVI has started work on a heavy rescue. Check out Fort Worth's new Squad 2 while you're there.
3/18/05 Fort Worth - A new sculpture is on the City Council Agenda for new Station 8. Also on the agenda is an Automatic/Mutual Aid agreement with FW NAS JRB.
3/17/05 Arlington - Quint 6 is in(Looks Great). Photo 1, Photo 2, Photo 3 Thanks for the Photos Brian
3/3/05 Fort Worth - has taken delivery of the two new Quints from ALF. Quint 21 is already in service. Quint 24 was still at the shops on Monday. It looks like it should be in service soon. Thanks to Peter
3/2/05 - Hutchins - Recently took delivery of a Crimson engine. Thanks to Ryan
2/25/05 - Lancaster and Waxachie New delivery Lancaster,TX Arrow XT (new Pierce cab) S60 Detroit Diesel 161 Rescue pumper body 1500/500 generator/quartz lights foam system rescue tools Waxahachie has a similar ArrowXT just delivered as well. Thanks to Russell
2/22/05 Arlington Area Regional Federal Grants link to Fort Worth Star-Telegram and State Homeland Security Grants
2/21/05 - Fort Worth - Authorize the purchase of four new 1500 GPM pumpers from a cooperative purchasing program for the Fire Department for a cost not to exceed $2,032,776 with payment due within 30 days of the date the invoice and freight is included in the unit price; and Council Agenda Item
2/18/05 - Ennis Fire Department has recieved and placed into service a new mobile command unit and chief vehicle. I will try to get you pictures as soon as possible. Thanks to Joshua
2/10/05- Telico - Attached also you will find a picture of a pumper tanker from Telico VFD (just east of Ennis). This truck was purchased with the assistance of the Texas Forest Service through HB 2604 and the community of Telico. The NFPA 1901 compliant truck was built by Westex Welding Co. out of West, Texas on a 2004 GMC 8500 with a 300 HP Cat diesel motor and Allison electronic transmission. The truck is equipped with a single stage Darley 1250 GPM pump. There are 4--2 1/2" discharges, 2--1 1/2" preconnects, 4" Storz discharge, 3" deck gun, 2--6" intakes, 1--2 1/2" pony suction. The trucks equipment consist of a 2100 gallon Fol-Da-Tank, 24', 14', and 10' ladders, 600' 4" supply hose, 200' 3" supply hose, 2--150' preconnects, 2--10'x6" hard suction hoses with strainer, back-up camera, foam system, deck gun, 2000 gallon poly tank, 2--10" telescoping dump valves (1 each side), 4" rear direct fill, floating pump, vent fan, 3000 watt power inverter, 3 SCBA, 4 bottle cascade system above pump panel, misc. hand tools and a LED light package. Thanks to Joshua
2/7/05 Colleyville - "Voters approved only a proposition to spend almost $4.6 million for a new fire station, outdoor warning sirens and a ladder firetruck. Some council members said voters sent a message that they want to pay only for the necessities -- public safety -- and that they don't want their property taxes raised for other projects. " from the Fort Worth Star-Telegram
2/5/05 Arlington - Quint 6 is just about ready from Crimson. Thanks to Brian
1/31/05 Plano - To Authorize the Purchase of Heavy Rescue Vehicle (USAR Council Truck) as Stipulated in the 2004 UASI Grant in the Amount of $256,700.00 from Emergency Vehicles of Texas though the Houston/Galveston Area Council of Governments (HGAC) Cooperative Purchasing Program, contract #HDCACA and Authorizing the City Manager or His Designee to Execute Any and All Documents Necessary to Effectuate this Purchase
1/30/05 Mansfield - Dedicating new Public Safety Building - FWST Article
1/25/05 River Oaks - A new KME arrived this month(photo). The white stripe will be changed to gold. Factory error. Thanks to Chris
1/19/05 Highland Village - As of next week Highland Village will have a new Pierce Dash being built. Should arrive in 6 months or so. Thanks to Ryan
1/18/05 Westworth Village - Photo of the new quint.Thanks to Chris
1/18/05 Sansom Park - is getting a 1993 Pierce TeleSqurt from Brindlee Mountain Fire Apparatus - Thanks to Chris
1/14/05 Eagle Mountain - Recently received a 2004 horton on a E-450 chassis. features: gps, rear camera, traffic advisor, 6 kw diesel genset. led light package. remote entry, and more. placed in service december 2004. Check out the mural on the box.Thanks toSteve
1/14/05 Irving - (A) Award -- Approving Award To Martin Apparatus, Inc. For The Purchase Of A Mobile Command Vehicle Through The Texas Building & Procurement Commission (TBPC) Texas Multiple Award Schedule (TXMAS) Local Government Statewide Purchasing Cooperative Program, For A Net Amount Not To Exceed $526,168.00, To Be Used By The Police Department And Fire Department For Emergency Management Operations Recommendation The Award be approved. Thanks to Will
1/10/05 Dallas - Fire Department has apparently taken delivery of two (5) new 105' tractor drawn aerials from Crimson Thanks to Jeff
1/10/05 Arlington - will soon take delivery of a new Quint and Heavy duty pumper on a Spartan Gladiator chassis from Crimson Thanks to Jeff & Brian
1/10/05 Richardson - Purchase of two (2) Emergency One Cyclone II Custom Rescue Pumpers in the amount of $797,494 from Fire Apparatus Specialist ( On the January 10 City Council Meeting ) Thanks to Jeff
1/6/05 Arlington - Here are a couple of photos of Arlington's new ORV for use at River Legacy. Photo 1 Photo 2. Thanks to Brian
1/10/05 Plano - (From the Proposed 2005 Bond Referendum) http://www.planotx.org/agendas/ccpacket/cp011205.pdf 1. Proposed Municipal Facilities include a new fire station # 12 in the center of the city. This station will enhance service in an area east of Preston Road, west of Independence Parkway, north of Park Blvd, and south of Spring Creek Parkway. This project also includes a centralized storage / logistics facility for fire department supplies and equipment. This station will also be the new Emergency Operations Center. 2. Fire Station # 13 - Design and construction of a new station serving Northwest Plano located west of the Dallas North Tollway and will serve the Legacy Business Park and Tollway Corridor area. The station will also include classrooms to support fire department training classes. 3) Expand station # 4 to include a SCBA Maintenance room and additional apparatus bays for reserve and specialty equipment. 4) Renovations to stations 6 and 7 5) Purchase a new $400,000 engine to place a 13th paramedic engine company in service. 6) Radio system Infrastructure replacement. The project includes replacement of existing 800mhz radio system with next generation 700 mhz digital system. Thanks to Jeff
1/10/05 Mesquite - City council approved in December the purchase of a new pumper truck from Metro Fire Apparatus for a total of $340,912 Also the purchase of $435,432 worth of new Motorola Police / Fire radios. Thanks to Jeff
1/6/05 Plano - Bid No. B023-05 to Songer Construction, Inc. in the amount of $2,220,000 for the total base bid for the construction of Fire Station No. 11. Bid No. C155-04 to establish a two-year fixed price contract with three optional one-year renewals for Structural Fire Fighting Helmets in the estimated annual amount of $15,000. Thanks to Tim
1/3/05 Fort Worth - The Red Helmets' new canteen will be made ready after a couple of new quints are finished. Thanks to Ed
12/23/04 Fort Worth - SVI - New Squad 2!
12/2304 Granbury - SVI Rescue Pumper
12/23/04 Cleburne - SVI Hazmat - Res3cue.
12/23/04 Westworth Village took delivery of their new Quint 41. It's a 2003 ALF 93' midmount with a 300 gallon tank, and a 2000gpm pump. Thanks to Peter
12/11/204 Dallas - Texas Fire Museum’s 4th Annual Holiday Open House. The event will be held on Saturday, December 11, 2004, at the museum’s home base located at 2600 Chalk Hill Road Dallas, Texas 75212-4506. The festivities run from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. For directions, check out www.texasfiremuseum.org and click on the “contact” link.
12/10/2004 Fort Worth - Lots of new police cars on the 12/14/2004 council agenda.
12/09/2004 Dallas - "Just got a call from my Dad that there are two new DFR engines being ferried down central expressway as I type. He said they also have the yellow chevron on the back just the same as Plano has. There was a 3rd engine but with no markings. I figure one of them will go to E12 since they are running a reserve after their 92, open cab was totaled a few months ago." Thanks to Tim
12/8/2004 Grand Prairie - "Grand Prairie’s new Pierce Dash 1500 gpm pumper is in service at Engine 1. " Thanks to Eric
12/1/2004 Arlington - On December 14th, the council is suppose to approve a 1.4 million dollar contract with HGAC for 2 engines and 1 103' quint from Metro Fire Apparatus. The quint will replace quint 1's 1998 Spartan/AI/Quality and one of the engines will replace engine 9's 1998 Freightliner/Quality, the other will replace engine 13's 1994 KME that was totaled in an accident earlier this year. Thanks to Brian
12/1/2004 Haslet, NRH, Southlake - Construction is well under way for the replacement station for North Richland Hills Station #1. It will be located on the SW corner of Davis Blvd and Shadywood Lane (Mapsco 38G). This is .9 miles north of the current station. Southlake should begin construction soon on their 3rd fire/public safety station at the NE corner of Dove and White Chapel directly across from the water tower that's visible from Highway 114 (Mapsco 11V). And Haslet is now occupying their new station on FM156 just north of Blue Mound East (Mapsco 20G). Thanks to Jeff
11/29/2004 North Lake - (I assume this is the North Lake near Argyle). I believe this is a fairly new department. If you have any info on them, I'd appreciate hearing it. They appear to be getting a new brush truck from Emergency Vehicles of Texas, see photo here.
11/29/2004 - Dallas - Authorize the purchase of four fire pumpers, seventeen rescue units, four Battalion Chief vehicles, one aerial ladder truck, and one mobile air supply unit from Tyler Motor Co. Inc. and Metro Fire Apparatus Specialist and Lawrence Marshall Chevrolet through the Houston-Galveston Area Council of Governments - Not to exceed $4,178,813 - Financing: 2004 Equipment Acquisition Contractual Obligation Notes ($2,393,854), Current Funds ($1,784,959) Thanks to Tim
11/22/2004 - Fort Worth - Looks like Fort Worth Fire Dept will be replacing the old Quint 21 & Quint 24 with new American La France Quints just like currently used Quint 9, Quint 12, etc. Also 2 new brush trucks are at the shop.....possibly to replace the monstrous Brush 25 & Brush 37. The new Brush trucks are Ford 550s with a remote controlled nozzle mounted on the grill. More room behind the cab for firefighters to stand and manevuer. Thanks to Anonymous
11/22/2004 Flower Mound - I have heard Flower Mound is getting a new Engine because a Cellular company built a new tower on city land and they are going to use the money for a new engine. And hope to get approval for station #4 next budget year, and place it somewhere around Gerault & 2499 (International Prkway) They will place the current Engine 501 in Reserve. Thanks to Anonymous
11/17/2004 Colleyville - Bond Election will include Proposition 4: $4,575,000 for a central fire station, firefighting equipment and outdoor warning sirens
11/8/2004 Celina - Pierce Engine Thanks to Tim for this an the follwing
Garland - Pierce Truck
Mineral Wells - New ALF Tanker
Heath - Pierce Engine
11/8/2004 Plano - Station 11 up for bid -Thanks to Tim
10/27/2004 Plano - "To authorize the purchase of three (3) General/Rosenbauer Spartan 4-Door Tilt-Cab, Single Axle, Rear Pumper Style Fire Pumpers, in the amount of $1,116,929 from Emergency Vehicles of Texas through the Houston-Galveston Area Council of Governments (HGAC) Cooperative Purchasing Program, Contract "HDCACAA" and authorizing the City Manager to execute any and all documents necessary to effectuate this purchase." Thanks to Tim
10/21/2004 Grand Prairie - F.Y.I. the new Engine one is in. It will take a few weeks before it is online. Thanks to Brad
10/14/2004 Plano - BIDS GOING TO COUNCIL AS OF OCTOBER 12, 2004 BID NUMBER DESCRIPTION COUNCIL DATE I005-05 PURCHASE OF THREE (3) GENERAL SPARTAN FIRE PUMPERS FROM HGAC CONTRACT 10/26/04 Thanks to Tim
10/14/2004 Azle - Fire Department has just placed a new Frazer ambulance on a Ford F350 chassis in service. It went into service around 1900 last night. It carries the unit designation of "M252" for Medic 252 since it replaced an older 1993 International/Excellance unit. Thanks to Steve
10/10/2004 Fort Worth FD to continue serving Hurst at Station 27. Fort Worth Star-Telegram article. Also mentions new FWFD station to be built nearby down the road.
10/1/2004 Thanks to Tim for pointing out the following new deliveries and in process.
8/30/2004 Arlington - The new Suburbans are here. Click here for photo Thanks to Brian for the news and great photo
8/28/2004 Burleson - New Station 1(scroll down about 1/4 page) - Thanks to Peter
8/22/2004 Various NE Tarrant Cities - This Fort Worth Star-Telegram article outlines some of the many Homeland Security related purchases planned and completed. "The grants are being used to buy a heavy-rescue vehicle, a technical rescue truck and trailer, a mass-casualty vehicle and a decontamination trailer for the association. "
8/19/2004 Mesquite - The groundbreaking for the new Station 1 in Mesquite was canceled due to rain today. However the contracts have been signed the completion date is 220 days out. Thanks to Ed
8/13/2004 Fire Rescue International Expo Photos from New Orleans. As best as I can recall, the trucks from Texas on display included a Mequite Engine 5 by Crimson, an Oshkosh Striker EZ31 for D/FW Airport, a Houston Medic 80, and an Engine 42 for Brazoria.
8/11/2004 Westworth Village - The City Council of the City of Westworth Village has approved the purchase of a 2003 American LaFrance 93’ Mid Mount Platform Aerial. They also approved the expansion of the current station. Thanks to Chris
8/2/2004 Irving - BIG Apartment Fire Photos
7/30/2004 - Fort Worth - Engine Purchase Amendment for Foam Systems (8/5/2004 City Council Agenda Item)
Flower Mound - Tender 502 Pics
Irving - Irving is purchasing an Brush Truck from Martin Apparatus for fighting both parking garage and brush fires. Also Hazmat 8 pics. Thanks to Will
7/19/2004 - Plano - Article on new statiosn 11, 12, and 13.
7/11/2004 - Various (Thanks to Eric)
Grand Prairie police have taken delivery of the new Mobile Command Post, built on a large Blue Bird bus chassis.
Mansfield has taken delivery of a new Pierce pumper
Allen has ordered a Pierce Dash pumper and 75’ quint
Heath has ordered a Pierce Dash pumper
Garland has ordered two more Pierce Dash pumpers and a 75’ quint
Farmers Branch has ordered a Pierce Dash pumper
Lancaster has ordered a new Pierce Arrow XT pumper
7/11/2004 - Police Fire Military Parade in the works for September 11 Thanks to Peter
7/6/2004 - River Oaks City Council has approved a new Fire Engine should be a KME. Thanks to Chris
7/6/2004 - Samson Park to purchase a used Tele-Squirt Thanks to Chris
6/28/2004 - Fort Worth - Police Helicopter stuff from city council agenda
6/21/2004 - Fort Worth - There are a couple more Excursions and it looks like they're getting Utility 5 ready at the Bolt St. shop.
6/20/2004 - Forest Hill is placing an order for a Heavy Rescue. A new Station 1 is in the works, and it should be located South of I-20 near Forest Hill Drive. The current Fire Station would then become Station 2. Thanks to Peter
6/20/2004 - Various Thanks to Jeff
Flower Mound – 3000-gallon tanker now in service.
DFW Airport – New crash truck now in service as EZ11, mass casualty vehicle expected in August to replace triage trailers, mobile vent unit expected in mid June.
6/14/2004 - Irving - a replacement station 6 on Esters will be started later this summer, and is expected to be finished by next April. Thanks to Will
6/14/2004 - Various updates - Thanks to Jeff
Arlington – new Re-Hab vehicle is in service.
Dallas Police Department turned over it's Fiscal Year 2004/2005 Budget Presentation. Some of the highlights include a 10 year lease / purchase for three new helicopters to replace the current fleet of four.
Dallas Fire Department also turned in there 2004/2005 wish list. Hightlights are below. 1) Replacement of 18 Rescues at a cost of $1,785,048 2) One new aerial truck $ 650,758 3) Four new Engines - $1,262,180 4) Four new Batallion vehicles - $133,628 5) New Lake Rescue / Recovery Boat to replace a 1983 model for Lake Ray Hubbard. Cost of $88,911 6) Replace five inflatable rescue boats for flooded neighborhoods, creeks, rivers, etc. Cost of $29,000 7) New mobile air supply truck to replace the 1980 International. Cost of $372,709 8) New Fire Station at Hampton and Kirwood 9) Total of 86 Thermal Imaging Camera's. This is one for each Engine and Truck. 10) Additional Firefighters 11) Arson Investigations is asking for $577,809 The complete pdf link is http://www.dallascityhall.com/dallas/eng/council_briefings/briefings/20040616_Fire_budget.pdf
Carrollton is nearing completion of the new station 1 being built right behind the old station at 1623 E Beltline Road
Burleson is in the design stages of the new station 3
Mesquite is seeking bids to build a new station 1 to replace the current station at 320 S Galloway
1) Watauga - I noticed on several passes by the DPS fire station, that in one of the bays was a new white tanker truck that says "Tarrant County" painted on the side. I am curious and wonder if this has been placed here for the upcoming grass fire season.
2) Flower Mound – Obtaining a 3000-gallon tanker from the Fire Act Grant.
3) Pantego – A new Hazmat trailer is being equipped to handle Hazmat/Technical Decontamination. Pantego will assist SERPA and Arlington if needed.
4) Ft. Worth – Fort Worth and Forest Hill are ready to enter into a mutual aid agreement. Fort Worth is still willing to work towards mutual aid agreements with others as well.
5) Arlington – Arlington is preparing to begin reconstruction of several fire stations including stations 6, 7, 8, and 9. They will also construct new stations for 3 and 4.
6) Haslet – Has poured the slab for their new station
7) Mansfield – The construction of Station 3 is underway
8) DFW Airport – A new ventilation vehicle is available to the region. The vehicle can be injected with foam for decontamination purposes and has been tested on a large hotel building. Six new crash trucks(at least one is in service, EZ11) are on order as well as a trauma truck that will contain mass casualty equipment. Chief Black stated that any regional request for resources should be made to DFW FD dispatch and it will be sent. Chief Black will be notified after dispatch and then decide whether to continue the equipment in route to the requested location. Each request will be handled on a case-by-case basis.
9) Rowlett - The new fire station # 4 on Rowlett Road is nearing completion.
10) Allen - The city council authorized the purchase of one 75' quint and one 1500 GPM Pumper from Martin Fire apparatus through the Houston - Galveston council of governments for a total of $913,982, this was in the June 8th council meeting.
11) Plano - The city council approved the purchase of two new ambulances to be purchased from Wheeled Coach in the amount of $354,690
12) Garland - ( From the 6/14/04 city council meeting ) Council is requested to consider the acceptance of the State Homeland Security Grant Program grant award totaling $304,345 for fiscal year 2004. Acceptance of this grant will allow the City to purchase a hazard duty bomb robot for the Police Department Bomb Unit and a fixed site generator to support the Emergency Operations Center when activated.
13) Garland - Construction of Replacement of Fire Station No. 2 - Bid No. 230-04 Songer Construction, Inc. - $1,119,900.00
14) Hutchins - (Per Firehouse Magazine ) Hutchins was awarded grant money for a Firefighting Vehicle totaling $157,500.00
6/24/2004 DeSoto - Has a new Pierce Truck 261 (Martin Fire Apparatus photo) - Thanks to Peter
5/20/2004 Garland - A couple of new Pierce Engines are coming from Martin Fire Apparartus
5/20/2004 Garland - Should have a new station 11 in November
5/20/2004 Pilot Point - Has a new Pierce from Martin Fire Apparatus
5/20/2004 Bedford - SVI is building a mass casualty incident (MCI)unit based on a Ford crew cab. Thanks to Peter
5/20/2004 Colleyville - A new $4 milllion fire station will likely be on the next bond proposal according to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram.
5/17/2004 Irving - The new HAZMAT truck is reportedly in Denton, at Martin Fire Apparatus
5/17/2004 Haltom City - Fort Worth Star-Telegram article about new station.
5/5/2004 Grand Prairie has placed an order for a new Pierce Dash pumper for Engine 1 and three new FGord F350/Wheeled Coach ambulances. The new ambulances will be equipped with Federal eQ-2B sirens. Thanks to Eric
5/5/2004 Frisco Engine 605 has been delivered, an E-One Cyclone II with Saulsbury body. They also bought a 1998 E-One Cyclone II/Superios (Canadian) with a raised roof for use as a spare. Thanks to Eric
5/5/2004 Midlothian has a new Spartan Gladiator Classic/Crimson pumper. Thanks to Eric
5/2/2004 Grapevine - It's not new piece of equipment, but certainly worth mentioning. Grapevine forms Honor Guard - Fort Worth Star-Telegram article
5/1/2004 Red Oak - Recently took delivery of a new Smeal 75' Quint on a Spartan Evolution Thanks to Peter
4/28/2004 Double Oak - The Double Oak Fire Dept. has just taken delivery of their new Engine 551. It's a Pierce Custom Contender. It's going to the FDIC show in Indianapolis this weekend, and should be in town Monday. Martin Apparatus link Double Oak link Thanks to Peter
4/24/2004 Keller - The new Pierce tower is in town. Click here for photo.
4/23/2004 Fort Worth - Has 3 new engines in or about to go in service E17, E20, and E35. Thanks to Peter
4/21/2004 Fort Worth - Has several new trucks on the agenda, including a new Hazmat, 100' ALF, and 3 new engines. (City Council Item)
4/21/2004 Fort Worth - The new Utility 5 from SVI should be in service soon.
4/21/2004 Irving - Nnew Hazmat Truck should be delivered in May. Thanks to Will
4/12/2004 Bedford - This one is new to me, a Ford F series crew cab for Training/Safety.
4/11/2004 Haltom City - It looks like Haltom's new headquarters is open, according to a rovering fire buff.
4/11/2004 Fort Worth - Has a new Rehab, and also from the Big Booster "In addition to the rehab,other new apparatus are on the way.Four new engines are receiving final touches before being placed in service,including Engine 4,Engine 17,Engine 20 and Engine 35.Purchase orders have been awarded for units to replace Quint 21 and Quint 24.These units are expected to arrive this fall.Ladder 2 will be traded in for a new 100-foot mid- mount aerial with the same design as the new Ladder 8.Finally,the remainder of the Ford Expeditions needed to replace our Battalion Chief and Shift Tech vehicles are expected to arrive soon." Thanks for the heads-up Will!
4/8/2004 Addison - Has a new Pierce Dash quint in the works. Thanks to Peter
4/8/2004 Keller - Has a new Pierce Dash quint in the works. Thanks to Peter
3/25/2004 Plano - City Council item: "Resolution No. 2004-3-15(R): To approve the purchase of equipment upgrades for a new grant funded mass casualty decon (decontamination) trailer in the amount of $67,074 from Aramsco, Inc.; a sole-source provider, authorizing the City Manager to take such action as is necessary to effectuate the purchase; and providing an effective date." Thanks to anonymous source
3/25/2004 Arlington - Station 14 is gets a new home. Fort Worth Star-Telegram article. Thanks to Peter
3/22/04 Arlington - Plans to purchase 3 new 3/4 ton suburbans to be used as Battalion Vehicles. The new vehicles will have Whelen LED lighting packages, Odyssey command cabinets, built in Bullard Thermal Imaging receivers and LCD screens. They will also be equipped with two of the new Motorola MW 800 Mobile Data Computers one for the front and one for the rear and thermal printers for use in printing building plans and apartment plats on scene. Thanks to Brian
3/21/04 Carrollton - I was in Carrollton this morning and noticed that they're building a new Fire Station 1, and Fire Station 2. Fire Station 1 is being built behind the current Station 1 on Beltline Rd. The new Station 2 is a 4 bay station being built on the corner of Parkview and Jackson. It's two blocks South, and three blocks West of the current Station 2. Thanks to Peter
3/10/04 Ellis/Dallas Counties - Ellis-Dallas Unified Cooperative Team (EDUCT) received a U.S. Department of Homeland Security grant that will be used to purchase a heavy rescue(stationed in Red Oak) and a support truck(stationed in Ovilla). They hoped to receive enough for a mobile command post, but didn't now, and will try to get that in 2005. Waxachie received a grant that they will use to upgrade their radio system. This information paraphrased from the Waxachie Daily Light Online (search archives on EDUCT to find article)
3/1/04 Crowley - Opened a new fire station at 400 W Oak St. this past weekend, to serve the west side. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram article).
2/29/04 Fort Worth - Is looking to cancel a bid for two 4x4 Brush Trucks and go with a Houston Glaveston Area Council co-op purchase instead. (Council Item)
2/29/04 North Richland Hills -"The city is rethinking plans to build a firehouse in an exclusive subdivision after some residents objected that the station would lower property values. " (Fort Worth Star-Telegram article)
2/22/04 New E-One Dealer in Town - Fire Apparatus Specialist has a new maintenance and parts location in Lewisivlle at 1620 E Hw121, Building D. Thanks to Peter
2/18/04 Mansfield Is building their 3rd fire station. (Fort Worth Star-Telegram Article). "The third station on East Broad Street -- scheduled for completion in December -- is projected to eliminate at least the four minutes it takes to get a fire truck from Station No. 2 in northeast Mansfield to the southeast sector, a sparsely populated area. "
2/11/04 Fort Worth - Bid info on the New Canteen (large PDF, including other non-Fire vehicles)
2/2/04 Frisco - A welcome/guide book tells how Frisco is growing, and all sorts of information including the Fire Dept. and Police Dept. The City of Frisco is going to begin construction on a new Central Fire Station this Summer. It will be located across the street from the current station. It will be a 5-bay drive thru station. The new Central Station will carry a address of Gary Burns. The current Central Station then would become Fleet Services. Also plans are under way to build Station 5 in the N.E. sector of the city. There was no exact locations as to where it will be located. The Police Dept. is building a new Police Headquarters on Stone Brook Pkwy. It will be a 80,000 sq. foot facility, and will be located across the street from Frisco High School. Thanks to Peter
2/2/04 Bedford - Recently received their new Police and Fire Mobile Command truck from SVI. (Photo)
2/1/04 Haslet - Construction should start soon on the new fire station at Blue Mound and 156. (Star-Telegram Article)
1/30/04 Cleburne - Dedicates 3 new fire stations (Star-Telegram Article)
1/27/04 Fort Worth - New Supply and Standpipe Testing Vans (City Council Agenda Item)
1/27/04 Arlington - City Council Item "This purchase is for two new fire apparatus to replace two existing front-line fire apparatus that have reached the end of their service life. The purchase includes: Crimson Fire "Star" Series Custom 100' Aerial Apparatus $620,971 Crimson Fire "Star" Series Custom Pumper $365,017 A pre-construction conference and three inspection conferences to ensure that all systems are addressed prior to and during construction $ 12,000 An H-GAC administrative fee $ 2,000 The total cost of the purchase is $999,988. "
1/19/04 Plano - Several new fire stations are mentioned in the Capital Improvement Program(huge .pdf file). Renovations at Fire Stations 6 and 7. Anticipated work at Station 6 includes adding one apparatus bay and renovating the dorm, kitchen and fitness room. Anticipated work at Station 7 includes adding a fitness room and renovating the dorms. Completion Date: 9/30/2005
Fire Station 11 This project provides funding for the purchase of land, the construction of a new fire station and the puirchase of a new fire engine. This new station will serve rapidly developing far northeast Plano (the area east of Central Expressway and north of Parker Road). It will be located east of Jupiter Road along the extension of Los Rios Boulevard. The station will be staffed with one paramedic engine company. Completion Date: 9/30/2005
Fire Station 12 This project provides funding for the purchase of land and the construction of a new fire station. This station will serve an area in the center of the City that is not adequately serviced by existing stations (east of Preston Road, west of Independence Parkway, north of Parker Road and south of Spring Creek Parkway). Fire Station 12 will be staffed with an existing paramedic engine company to be relocated from an existing two- company station. Completion Date: 9/30/2006
Fire Station 13 This project includes funding for the purchase of a site for a future fire station. When built, this station would enhance service in the Legacy Business Park and Tollway corridor area, which is expected to be densely developed in the next few years. The desired location for Fire Station 13 is west of the Tollway and north of Legacy Drive with good access to the southbound Tollway. Completion Date: 9/30/2006
Fire Station 4 Architectural and expansion design work. Future funding for construction - adding three bays and a training room. Completion Date: 9/30/2004
1/15/04 Collin County - Homeland Security Grants will fund new command van (Plano Star Courier Article) Thanks to Tim
1/15/04 Rowlett - Starts work on new Fire Station 4 (Plano Star Courier Article)
1/14/04 Fort Worth - A little more info on the new Bat Chief Ford Excursions. Thanks to Will
1/13/04 North Richland Hills - Proposed firehouse irritates residents - Fort Worth Star-Telegram Article
1/12/04 Mesquite - Mesquite has built a new Station 3 at 3838 Forney Ave. This replaces the aging station that was located at 4400 Samuell. Thank to Peter
1/12/04 Sachse - is building a new Station 2, and has a 75' Quint on order from E-One. (Scroll down to Equipment and look at the last sentence. They had a picture of a 75' E-One demo Quint on their site last year. So I'm assuming they're still going with E-One.) Thanks to Peter
1/8/04 Fort Worth - New Rehab should be arriving soon, it's as big as the Dallas box 4 truck. Thanks to Ed
1/1/03 Metroplex - A new EMS Air Ambulance Service is in town. It's Air Evac Services. Air Evac is a wholly owned subsidiary of Petroleum Helicopters, Inc. out of Lafayette, Louisiana. SkyMed 2 is an American Eurocopter A-Star based at McKinney Airport, and SkyMed 3 will be a BK-117 based at Parkland soon. Phone number is 1-800-IFLYPHI.
12/28/03 Keller - Is hoping to build a new station, administration and training center at a 4 acre site at Old Town. They hope to have it funded in a 2003/4 Capital Improvement Plan.(Fort Worth Star-Telegram Article 12/27/2003)
12/14/03 Fort Worth - Rosenbauer website features the new Rescue 35 (ARFF) and Engine 4. Thanks to Will
12/14/03 Irving - Martin Apparatus Inc. has been awarded a bid for Hazardous Material Response Vehicle for the fire department. Thanks to Will
12/16/03 Fort Worth - Police Department Purchase of Ford Crown Victorias and Chevrolet Impalas (Council Agenda Item)
12/16/03 Fort Worth - Police Department New Helicopter Customization (Council Agenda Item)
12/08/03 Arlington - Just gave the go ahead to the 1M in monies for an additional engine and 100+ quint. Both will be the new Crimson Star series bodies and the quint will be one of Crimsons new aerials. Thanks to Brian
11/13/03 Fort Worth - The New Quint 12 and Battalion Chief vehicles are going into service according to FortWorthFire.Com
11/13/03 Fort Worth - Quoted from Big Booster Funds also have been placed in the city ’s equipment service division to purchase new fire apparatus.This will include three engines,two quints and two brush trucks.Additionally,there will be a replacement for Squad 2 that will increase the reliability and efficiency of the reserve unit. In other financially related news,the city of Fort Worth ’s 2004 Capital Improvement Program (CIP)will go before the voters Feb. 7,2004.Several propositions will be on the proposed $220+million bond program.The fire department,which will have its own proposition on the ballot,is requesting a little more than $11 million in funds.The specific items being requested include the following: • Construction of two stations in the annexed northwest area and land purchase for a future third station • Construction of a new Station 27 at a different location • Installation of an exhaust removal system at all fire stations • Installation of compressed air foam systems on 20 fire apparatus •Addition of female restroom facilities to stations
Also reported, the Alarm Office has moved back into the newly renovated facility on Bolt St.
11/05/03 Arlington - has taken delivery of another 2003 brush truck from S & S Fire Apparatus in Keller, TX. The chassis is an International 7400 series 4 X 4 with a flatbed designed body that carries 1000 gallons of water, 30 gallons of class "B" foam and 20 gallons of class "A" foam. It has a Waterous 302-A 230 gpm pump driven by a Kubota auxilary engine. A Foam Pro 2001 system allows foam to be distributed to the 2--1 1/2" attack lines, the booster reel or the bumper mounted Elkhart Sidewinder turret. This truck will be stationed at #12 at Arlington Municipal Airport and is replacing a 1978 GMC/Fire Boss booster truck. Thanks to Don & Brian for the info and photos below.
10/28/03 Fort Worth - The Police Department will ask the City Council for a new Bell Helicopter.
10/19/03 Saginaw - Has a new Pierce Dash running as Engine 14
10/19/03 Fort Worth - 2 75' Quints from Houston Galveston Area Council
10/19/03 Fort Worth - Continue service to Hurst at Station 27
10/19/03 Fort Worth - 2 Brush Trucks Bid Notice
10/2/03 Erath County - Fire Rescue just began operations today in our new station in Stephenville, TX. We have one new Kenworth pierce 1250gpm/1000gal pumper, one 84 ford/fmc 1000gpm/750gal pumper, and one ford f550 brush truck with 500 gal of water. Thanks to Scott
9/30/03 Midlothian -recently took delivery of a brand new custom 1500gpm/750gal/50gal foam engine from Crimson Fire. Construction should begin on Station #2 during the first part of next year, and it will be located in the vicinity of Walnut Grove Road and FM1387 (east of downtown Midlothian). sometime down the road Station #3 will be constructed on the corner of Tower Road and Highway 663 on land already owned by the city. This is due south of downtown Midlothian. - Thanks to Jeff on the DFWScanList.
9/30/03 (updated from 6/7/03) D/FW Airport from board meeting agenda "L. Thompson *24. Award Purchase Order No. 242870 for six Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting Trucks, to Martin Apparatus and Equipment, in the amount of $6,610,014." Thanks to Will. I visited with DFW DPS 9/29, and one person said these will be Oshkosh equipped with Snozzles and 4500 gal. tanks. Also, they will break ground soon on a new communications center, just south of the current location at station 1.
9/30/03 Fort Worth - Bond Proposal includes several new stations and renovations.
9/22/03 Balch Springs - Has two new Pierce Engines
9/22/03 Little Elm - Has a new Brush truck
9/22/03 Fort Worth - Station 8 Plans Revealed
9/14/03 D/FW Airport Station 5 was dedicated 9/11/2003.
9/14/03 Arlington - Has taken delivery of (2) 2003 brush trucks on F550 Ford chassis with 400 gallons of water and 5 gallons of class "A" foam from S & S Fire Apparatus in Keller, TX. They will be assigned to Brush-5 and Brush-13. The 1993 Chevy brush truck currently assigned as Brush-13 will be reassigned to Brush-10 The 1971 Chevy/Fire Boss brush truck currently assigned as Brush-10 and the 1981 Ford/Fire Boss brush truck currently assigned as Brush-5 will be sold. Another brush truck is also under production at S & S Fire Apparatus in Keller, TX. It is being built on a 2003 International 7400 series chassis with 1000 gallons of water, 30 gallons of class "B" foam, and 20 gallons of class "A" foam. A 250 gpm waterous auxiliary pump and Elkhart Sidewinder bumper turret will be included. This truck will be assigned as Brush-12 at the airport station and will replace a 1978 GMC/Fire Boss brush truck which will be sold. The new truck should be delivered by the end of October 2003
8/25/03 Beginners Guide to Fire Truck Spotting
8/25/03 New deliveries seen at IAFC FRI2003 (View all 200+ photos here.)
Arlington Engine 4 Rear Chevrons
8/20/03 Euless - Sutphen shows Euless to have a new Quint. My photo from IAFC FRI2003.
8/20/03 Granbury - Will have it's new engine on display at IAFC's Fire Rescue International this weekend.
8/4/03 Ovilla - Took delivery of a new engine recently.
8/4/03 Balch Springs - Is about to take delivery of 2 Pierce enforcers.
7/20/03 Fort Worth - Police Helicopter Upgrades (Council Agenda Item)
7/20/03 Fort Worth - Homeland Security (not sure what it will be) (Council Agenda Item)
7/12/03 Fort Worth - Station 38 to be designed as two company three bay station in far north Fort Worth. (Council Agenda Item)
7/12/03 Lake Worth - A new Pierce Dash 75' quint was the highlight at the open house today. Check out a photo here.
7/12/03 Fort Worth - Station 39 is Open.
6/27/03 Fort Worth - Code 3 Has finally done it!!! 3 new 1/64 scale replicas are scheduled to be made soon of Engine 7, Quint 9, and Truck 8. They slipped and announced these prematurely, but they should officially announce them next week.
If you're thinking of buying any, consider joining the Code 3 Collector's Club, and let them know you heard about it from me, my membership # is 25958. I get bonus points for anyone I refer.
6/20/03 Bedford - SVI has more pictures up. Check them every Friday. I forgot Bedford is also getting a Fire/Police Command Truck (Spartan cab/chassis), in addition to the Air and Light truck (an International 4400).
6/20/03 Fort Worth - SVI is also making a Utility for Fort Worth. I think this is the one paired up with Bedford in the bidding process a long time ago.
6/20/2003 Plano - SVI is also making a utlity for Plano.
6/18/03 A new link to me: Fire Apparatus Manufacturers' Association (FAMA) - Thanks to Will
6/7/03 Dallas- The Box 4 support group has a new 896, Freightliner/LDV Rehab Unit. Check out DFR's site for a photo. Thanks to Peter
6/4/03 Bedford - SVI has begun work on the new Air & Light, and a Command truck.
5/26/03 Fort Worth - New Chief Excursion (City Council Agenda Item)
5/25/03 Dallas - Dallas' new Truck 3 is at the shops being readied for service. It is rumored the that this is first of three tractor-drawn ladder trucks on order. "Rumor Control" has it that Dallas is returning to an all "tiller" fleet as trucks are replaced. Also, Dallas rec'd a sizeable order of Ford/Wheeled Coach MICUs. Many have been dispersed to the fire stations and many are being readied for service. The major differences are 1) all red except the tops of the module and rims, 2) a CPR seat, 3) A/C that runs continously at thermostat setting while plugged into shore power, and 4) a small refrigerator for drugs. Dallas is also field-testing an MICU built on a Freightliner cab/chassis. Future orders may or may not be on the larger vehicles. It is currently assigned to Rescue 49. - Thanks (anonymous)
5/11/03 Westlake's new engine and ambulance are in service!
4/14/03 Fort Worth - City Council Recommends Rehab truck purchase from Fort Worth Freightliner, rather than SVI.
4/14/03 Various - McKinney's station 5 is in service now. Denton's new Central Station is also in service. Dallas Fire Rescue is building a new Station 39. It's on the corner of Shiloh Rd., and Ruidosa Ave. Across Shiloh Rd. from the current station. It looks like they will be running out of it very soon. - Thanks to Peter
4/7/03 Fort Worth - Pretty sure I heard Engine 39 requesting to go out of service, so I guess that means the new station is in service.
5/3/03 Temple First Annual Central Texas Muster - Visit Texas Fire Museum for more details.
3/31/03 Westlake - Should be getting their own new engine and ambulance soon. Thanks Peter.
3/31/03 Prosper - Getting new Pierce Enforcer
3/27/03 CareFlite-Recently aquired a new fixed wing Pilatus PC12 for long haul inter-facility transfers. Also more Pilatus info here.
3/27/03 Fort Worth - Outdoor Warning System - Vendor Status Page
3/25/03 Fort Worth Pre-Council Agenda - 7) Report on the Direction of the EMS Program and the Implementation Plan for Four-Person Company - Charles Gaines, Fire Chief
3/25/03 Fort Worth Council Agenda -Increase Positions for Station 39.
3/10/03 At the Movies: John Travolta looks set to join star Joaquin Phoenix in the Disney firefighter drama LADDER 49.
3/1/03 Fort Worth - SVI Trucks - I just visited www.svitrucks.com and they have done some updates. Fort Worth's Arson/Bomb Squad (?) truck is not listed, but I found a directory with photos of it.
2/23/03 Denton - New Pierce Dealer/Website-Martin Apparatus - (Thanks Will)
2/17/03 Fort Worth - Looks like the FWFD Shops have been busy recycling. Check out the new HazMat 2.
2/4/03 Fort Worth -Rehab - Rebid Notice
2/2/03 Arlington - This is what the AFD gets from the bond that passed yesterday over a 8 year period. Thanks to Chris.
Would issue general obligation bonds in the amount of $4,935,000 for the purpose of providing funds for fire station facilities and equipment acquisition.
Automated Vehicle Location Program Would allow the Fire Department to improve emergency response times. Would include mounted transponders on vehicles that would allow dispatchers to pinpoint an emergency vehicle’s position, enabling them to deploy the emergency vehicle closest to the site of an emergency. Could be shared with the Police Department and other city departments.
$200,000 Fire Station and Facility Renovations Would provide for the construction of separate male and female facilities at multiple fire stations. Would construct larger bay doors at other select stations.
$1,250,000 Fire Station No. 4 Rebuild Would include the demolition and reconstruction of Fire Station No. 4 at 1733 W. Randol Mill Road. Would increase the size of the rebuilt station from 2,600 square feet to approximately 5,000 square feet for the purpose of providing additional space for larger apparatus and additional personnel.
$1,325,000 Fire Station No. 3 Rebuild Would include the demolition and reconstruction of Fire Station No. 3 at 1820 S. Fielder Road. Would increase the size of the rebuilt station from 2,600 square feet to approximately 5,000 square feet for the purpose of providing additional space for larger apparatus and additional personnel.
$1,360,000 The Vehicle Pre-Emption System Phase III Would equip approximately 80-90 intersections with pre-emption receivers that give the emergency vehicles the green light as they approach intersections for the purpose of improving response times and enhancing safety by decreasing the chance of accident.
$300,000 Burn Building Upgrades Would add computerized, natural gas burning devices to simulate kitchen, bedroom and garage fire conditions at the Fire Training facility for the purpose of increasing firefighter safety, reducing the level of smoke produced, and reducing water runoff and contamination. $500,000
2/1/03 Arlington - Police Break Ground on S/SW Substation
1/19/03 McKinney - Fire Station 5 is currently under construction. It's scheduled to open in the Spring of this year. It's located in the Stonebridge subdivision at 6600 Virginia Pkwy. 1 block East of Stonebridge Dr. It's a 3 bay drive thru station. Thanks to Peter
1/17/03 Fort Worth/Burleson Mutual Aid Agreement (City Council Agenda Item)
1/17/03 Fort Worth - Donation will put 18th Thermal Imaging Unit into service. (City Council Agenda Item)
1/15/03 Lewisville - Just got a new 2002 American Lafrance pumper. E 164. It is just like E 166. Thanks to Chris
1/10/03 Fort Worth - FWFD Rehab Truck bid to be rejected. (City Council Agenda Item) "because the only vendor that responded was a conversion company that did not meet the specifications requiring vendors to meet the Texas Motor Vehicle Code, Section 5.04. ...a rebid will be issued to obtain a fire rehab truck that is used for response to emergency incidents in which firefighters or citizens need to be brought in from inclement weather or rehabilitated with fluids, rest and medical treatment. "
1/8/03 Arlington - Arlington is going to hold a bond election for rebuilding of Arlington Fire Station 3, and Station 4. From what he said: the stations are to remain in there current locations. They just expand them to roughly 5,000-7,000 square feet I believe. Thanks to Peter.
1/5/03 Fort Worth - Fire Apparatus Journal reports Alliance Airport's new crash rig will be a Rosenbauer Panther 6x6 with articulating boom. Here's a picture of one. It's a bit different than what I'm used to, but I'm sure it will grow on me, and it's gotta look sharp in the FWFD white/blue.
1/1/03 Irving Fire Department is having an open house for the new Fire Station 5 located at 2925 W. Shady Grove on January 9, 2003 from 4 P.M. till 6:30 P.M. The station is located across from Southwest Park. (this would be a good place to park at since there is limited space at the fire station) - Thanks to Will
12/29/02 Flower Mound - Station 2 is being replaced by a new station next door at Shiloh and Cross Timbers.
12/29/02 Fort Worth - Station 80 to be activiated soon. No, that's not a typo. This article is from last winter's Big Booster detailing the temporary fire station at the Fort Worth Stock Show.
12/20/02 Bedford - Conroe PD's cew Command Truck (by SVI Trucks) stopped by Bedford Fire Station 1 for the Bedford chiefs to see. Bedford PD and FD are getting a new command truck to share. This is in addition to the FD utility truck.
12/21/02 Irving, The 2 Pierce Sabers have arrived in Irving. They will be going in service in a couple of weeks. Thanks to Will.
12/21/02 Crimson Fire is a new company formed by the consolidation of two Spartan Motors, Inc. subsidiaries: Luverne Fire Apparatus and Quality Manufacturing. Visit here for more info.
Texas Fire Museum Open House[12/14/2002]
12/10/02 North Richland Hills Sets Bond Election Issue for Feb 1. It includes $750,000 to expand and improve the city's fire training facility according to a Fort Worth Star-Telegram article.
12/5/02 Arlington - 3 New Brush Trucks
Councilmember Capehart made a motion to approve a resolution authorizing and awarding a contract to the low bidder, Wildfire Truck and Equipment Sales, Arlington, Texas, in the amount of $355,307, for the purchase of three brush trucks for the Fire Department (Bid No. 03-0009)(funds available in Fleet Services Account No. 0070-033-7910-4254). Seconded by Councilmember Bruner, the motion carried with 7 ayes and 0 nays. RESOLUTION NO. 02-589 Thanks to Chris
12/5/02 Fort Worth Police - New Cars (City Council Agenda Item)
12/5/02 Westlake - Getting New Equipment (Web Article)-Thanks to Peter
11/25/02 Fort Worth - New CAD System (Big Booster Article)
11/25/02 Fort Worth - PURCHASE OF A NEW TRUCK CHASSIS FROM AN INTERLOCAL PURCHASING PROGRAM FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT - City Council Agenda Item - Relates to the Utility truck like Bedford is getting, I think.
11/18/02 Westlake - Building a new Fire Department (Web Article 1, Web Article 2) (Thanks to Peter)
11/15/02 Fort Worth - SVI has some pics of Fort Worth's next "light rescue" here.
11/11/02 Irving 2 Pierce Saber Pumpers are being purchased through the HGAC from city council meeting on June 6, 2002. Engine 4 being rebuilt from rollover accident during the summer by Pierce Manufacturing from city council meeting on October 24,2002. New station 5 is close to completion. (Thanks to Will)
11/11/02 Tarrant County College Opens New Fire Training Facility (See TCC Web Article or The TCC Collegian Article) (WFAA online article) (FWFD Big Booster Article)
11/11/02 Fort Worth to Rebuild American La France Quint (see city council agenda item) Hey Ben, the Fort Worth rig being rebuilt according to my notes is Quint 12(1990 LTI 75 ft.) (Thanks toWill)
11/11/02 Fort Worth to Purchase New Brush Truck (see city council agenda item)
11/11/02 Arlington broke ground two weeks ago on the new Station 14. It's a two bay Station that will be built in the 5600 block of Ron McAndrew Dr. That's right next door to the Training Academy and their temporary Station of 13 years!! (Thanks to Peter)
11/5/02 Arlington Council member Capehart made a motion to approve a resolution authorizing the City Manager or his designee to purchase two fire engines from Metro Fire Apparatus Specialist, Inc., through the Houston-Galveston Area Council Cooperative Purchasing Program, (H-GAC) in the total amount of $768,480, which purchase price includes $756,480 for the purchase of the two fire engines, $10,000 for a pre-construction conference and an inspections conference, and a $2,000 H-GAC administrative fee (funds available in Fire Department Account No. 0010-002-2220-4257). Seconded by Councilmember Cluck, the motion carried with 9 ayes and 0 nays. RESOLUTION NO. 02-535 (Thanks for catching that one Chris.).
From SVI (SuperVac) - A list of trucks we have on order right now, in your area: Bedford Fire Department - Custom Command Unit (shall begin production in April of 2003) Bedford Fire Department - Air and Light (shall begin production in May of 2003) Plano Fire Department - Air and Light (shall begin production in early June of 2003) Fort Worth Fire Department - Air and Light (shall begin production in mid June of 2003) There you have it. Always working on more projects - but nothing else is solid right now.
Fort Worth Fire Dept to get New/Used Arson and Bomb Squad Truck (See Council Item)
Fort Worth Fire Dept to Get New 75' Aerial (See
Council
Item) (My guess an American La France
like new Q9 and 23, but possibly an E-One)
Fort Worth Fire Dept. Purchasing New Rescue Truck
(9/27/02)
They mention same as Bedford's BID #02-0509B
, I bet this is actually a utility truck. Especially since the cost seems
pretty low compared to a regular fire truck. Bedford is getting a utility truck
from SVI in Summer 2003.
9/24/2002 Fort Worth Police Department - Proposes purchase of 33 Chevy Impalas
9/24/2002 Fort Worth Fire Department - 4 New Pumpers from City Council Agenda
*Emergency Vehicles of Texas (Rosenbauer, Central States, General, Spartan)
*Metro Fire Apparatus (Crimson, Spartan, SVI, US Tanker, Metro Fire Brush)
*Neel Fire Protection Apparatus (Waco)
Here are a couple of links with suggestions on how to photograph fire apparatus. Some of the ideas are really good, while others might get you an unwelcomed look. Don't go overboard trying to follow them. Have fun, but take the best photo you can.
http://www.firenews.net/contents/app_photo_01.htm
http://www.fireapparatusjournal.com/node/112
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