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What's this engine all about? It appears it was from Ossining NY (Still has the lettering) and was spotted at Intershutz 2005 in Germany this past week. http://www.florian-kollmann.trauner.info/f...rschutz05/7.jpg Photo by kiowa

I agree. Simple solution, if you cannot get a crew out during the day, pay a crew. This is EMS, it's not a game or hobby. Although there is a lot of BS, in some case's, its somebody's life...and it is an emergency to them. Stop fooling around, and get people the professional,competent care they need and deserve in a reasonable and standardized timeframe. And by DPW taking the calls, they are only helping to cover up the issue, and take good EMS jobs away from EMT's. I'm not going to even touch on the issue of having a crew member who smells like grass or asphalt, lol. DPW's are overburdened as it is. Are the EMT's of the VAC going to come in and mow the lawns,replace streetlamps and fix potholes? There's no reason to distract them.....it's not the DPW's job to provide EMS. Stop putting band-aids on a huge problem....trying to cover up or temporarily patch the problem is no good for anybody, and will do nothing to permenetly resolve the issue.

I agree with Truck4. Most PD's around the country are developing their own HazMat teams nowadays. One example of the need for a PD Hazmat team that T4 did not touch on is Meth Labs......Meth Labs are a crime, and a crime scene....a very dangerous one at that that need to be dismantled and documented. Situations like these are more of a LE role IMO then an FD role. However, I feel situations like spills, etc should still be FD primarily. Although there is a lot of political BS intertwined into FDNY-NYPD, I wish the two agencies could stop working against each other so much and work together more....it would set an example for everyone. I don't think you've never worked with a true ESU Unit, or don't really understand their primary role. ESU is the "leatherman" of the Police Department. ESU is the cops for the cops. The PD FAST, Or "PAST" if you will. They make it safe for the other guys. They are the 24/7 SWAT team. They make the tactical entries and takesdowns. Have you ever seen the equipment they carry??? In addition to their additional responsibilties, ESU is a highly trained patrol unit that's on the streets, taking down the perps and possums that trouble us all. I can't tell you how many times during a summer night I used to hear ESU calling for a "cage car"....more then a regular patrol unit woud. Sure, they do extrication too, but if you look at the history of automobile extrication in NYC and the WC, PD was actually doing it first anyways. Many Medics will also tell you that ESU is their best friend on any scene.....EMS works great with ESU, and I welcome ESU on every scene, very helpful and knowledgeable guys no matter what you need done, and you never hear "Can we go now?"....they are there always 'til the back door of the bus is closed, whether it is a BS call, a medical call, or a trauma job.

So, since I'm being kept in the dark about this (Thanks Mofire and CG206, grrrrrrr!!!), what equipment does this truck have on it? Any special features? ANY PHOTOS!!!?????

It was AWESOME! Very cool creations!!! I wish I had that time/steady hand/talent!!! I wish I had gotten some photos of it. Girls were pretty cool, not nearly as cool as California girls though, lol. Defintely relaxed, not as much as I would have liked. Didn't tan, the SPF48 Sunblock worked great. I don't tan very well. I either am pale white or burn, lol.

This was a great show.....Could use a little tweaking here and there, but defeintly sends a good inspiring image to the public, IMO. I hope they show a little more diversity in what we do, such as showing the training school, EMS calls, dispatch, maitenence, inspections, etc etc. I can see in the show how the general public could percieve it as "boring" though. Let's hope this show does well.....because if it does, we will be seeing it in other cities....hopefully cities like LA City. I'd also like to see this show come out on DVD. So let all your friends and family know to watch it so this show continues on. BTW, whoever is comparing this show to "Rescue Me"...."Rescue Me" is a FICTIONAL drama....this is a reality series.

I wonder what the Germans think of Ossining, NY?? First the engine is in an adult film, now it's a beer wagon!! LOL It's actually a shame Ossining let that beautiful piece go. Do they even have a department antique????

I'm with you and Cutty. If WAS was here, he'd suggest we'd have an old-fashioned signal-hunting party. But nobody has seen or heard from WAS, or NYTruckie for that matter, in over a week. Which is wierd. I hope they wern't abducted by alliens....again.

And everything else here: http://info.ci.ftlaud.fl.us/fire%2Drescue/ Really progressive department, and really nice guys.

It'll be quite interesting to see how this develops.

Cool. Will this engine be refurbed, or will it go into service as-is like the Mack?

I first heard of Pete Lund through RWC130, who always spoke so highly of him. I was asbsolutely shocked to find out this occured when I returned from my vacation. My prayers and condolences.

Jay Leno's defeintly funnier, and a geniunely nice guy. He's even better in person. In 2009, Jay Leno will retire. Conan O'Brien will be taking over for Jay. This was announced on the show a few months back. I find Letterman very annoying.

Wow, this came out of nowhere for me! I didn't even know this was coming! But a very nice suprise, and a HOT looking truck! This is just the type of vehicle needed for U-40, I always thought the Explorer was uselss. This seems better to transport equipment to the scene. I also like the color scheme. Also, Empress EMS uses a Swab Pioneer for their Yonkers EMS Supervisor and Special Operations Division Responses.

Watch out kiddies!!!!

Read in the Legal Notices section of the Journal News today that Briarcliff will be issuing a bond in the amount of approx $755,000 for a new ladder truck. I've heard a rumor that it will be a KME midmount, similar to Fairview Ladder 1 and West Harrison Ladder 9. Dissapointing. Briarcliff had a niche in the Central Westchester area as having a reasonably sized 100' rear mount. On top of that, it is a beautiful Seagrave. Too bad they're giving into the tower craze as well.

Recently, a new aspect the cluster of a radio system called 46.26 has been irking me.... It seems many, many apparatus operators or officers feel the need to draw out their transmissions for as long as possible by repeating the same facts in the same transmission. For Example: "Anytown Engine X In Service, Responding" That transmission, IMO, is redundant, prolonged and ineffective. First of all, with this county's numbering system, you don't need to say your municipality. We know that by when you identify as Engine X. Second, if you are responding, chances are, you are in service. So that transmission can be accomplished just as effectively by saying "Engine X responding" then the above. The next issue is, I hear several departments who each time and apparatus signs on, each individual apparatus states "Anytown Engine X In Service, Responding 792 West Central Street" then two minutes later "Anytown Ladder X In Service Responding 792 West Central Street Round Tire Incorporated" What is the need for every single apparatus to state the location they are responding to when there is only one alarm in progress for that department? Meanwhile, other departments cannot get their message across because one department feels the need to hog the air. 46.26 is a very congested frequency as it is. Regardless of who was here first and who holds the license, we all need to realize the problems, and work together to share this frequency until something a better solution is implemented. This includes everybody who talks on the radio, and this especially includes department chiefs and line officers, who need to start working with and enforcing their members use of proper radio ettiquette, including concise radio transmissions. It's all part of a thing we are lacking severly in this county...respect for one another.

My current department runs Ford Expeditions, Chevrolet Tahoes, a Dodge Ram, and Ford E-350's/AEV Traumahawks's. I'm trying to convince my boss to go for a Seagrave or Pierce, but he won't go for it. Don't worry, I love Seagraves as well as Pierce!!

Anybody notice what's going on underneath the hard suction/above the rear drivers side wheel?? Looks like it's been converted to pump another substance....

Check out this series of hilarious ads for a car dealer! Awesome! http://www.trunkmonkeyad.com Make sure to view all 5!!!

#1. It's a Pierce Dash #2 It's a Pierce Dash Rescue Pumper #2 It's going to be Thornwood Yellow with a red stripe, which, IMO, is a very unique and sharp paint scheme. Do the math. 2005 Pierce Rescue/Pumper it is said to have a 1500 gpm pump,a 500 gallon tank,roll up doors,24 inch deep compartments,a 8 man cab,light tower and be RED with 2 large chrome yellow stripes. to replace a CF-Mack pumper-engine 88-(any body want to buy it) it will run first to all rescue type calls.Thanks for the info, but..... WHAT!!! WHY RED!!!!! WHY THE CHANGE??? WHY RUIN A BEATUTIFUL THING!!!! What dissapointing news. Sounds like it is still going to be hot, but it's not going to be a hot Yellow Pierce. It's gonna be red like every other firetruck. :sad:

#1. It's a Pierce Dash #2 It's a Pierce Dash Rescue Pumper #2 It's going to be Thornwood Yellow with a red stripe, which, IMO, is a very unique and sharp paint scheme. Do the math.

I'm just wondering if any Fire, PD, or EMS agency alters or specializes their operations to cope with the current weather conditions. This could include: -Shorter work intervals and increased rehab sector time -Calling for an additional manpower engine or truck to facilitate the above -Carry more water and other cooling devices -Uniform changes, such as t-shirts or polos in place of traditonal stuffy button down shirts. -Cancelling or shortening drills or outdoor work details. -Remind members to keep hydrated 24/7, even when off-duty -Provide a tent or cooling area for rehab -Utilizing EMS for rehab Or is it business as usual??