COH Bulldog

How many were let go?

Chevy did something lie this last year.

I'm sure everything from the pump back is "normal". But I too am surprised they haven't gone with a custom cab due to safety, user-friendliness (not a word I know), and most likely better maneuverability around city streets.

Pine Bush FD in Orange County has an '82 Mack 'scope with a pump and water tank. Many departments use quints, so why not on an Aerialscope. Seagrave is smart to offer it.

Beaching could be risky especially with an aerial. They obviously weigh a lot. The operator would definitely need to keep checking outrigger & Jack support. I would say the spring and wet part of the summer being very risky times to do this kind of operation. I wouldn't want to be the guy that puts the ff's in the bucket at a higher risk that the aerial could tip over. Especially with a tower ladder because chances are somebody would be in it. This would be far more easily accepted/understood with an engine since getting stuck is about the worst that could happen. My opinion.

West Point has a Pierce tele-squrt.

These politicians should be held accountable. But they probably will never have to answer to anybody for their inaction. Too bad they really don't understand why it's important to have up to date gear and radios.

Did anyone see one of the nydot's new tow plows in action?

They should be handed down to the next officer in the line. I won't comment on what happens where I live.

Not everybody is cut out to be an officer or chief and some people are happy to be firefighters. Nobody is entitled to those positions.

Thanks. I saw that on their website also.

So what number does engine 582 go by now? I'm referring to the newer Ferrara that was numeted 582.

Cornwall and Fort Montergermy FD's in Orange County will be selling trees.

We are issued one and the packs on the rigs each have one.

Thanks.

Who did Buchanan's refurb?

Gotta love the Nyack antique engine that still works though!

The steps in the doorways are an excellent idea. It makes no sense to have such a large step to get in and out especially while wearing bunker gear. And for those with short legs.

Cornwall on Hudson wanted to do the same thing. But the cost was at least $750k.

I don't see steps. How do they get to the compartments on top?

Christmas in the US has really become a commercial endeavor. I find the true meaning of Christmas to be mostly nonexistent here these days. Just my opinion. And let's not forget that to include everybody, we can't forget about the atheists. They might be offended by any religious symbol. They are part of our country too.

Looks like it does a good job. I wonder if it will catch on here.

Cornwall's new ladder truck has been delivered.

What is Winona Lake replacing? And I thought they liked Pierce as they had just "standardized" their fleet.