December 18, 2024 - Union Firefighters reported to the station to complete mounting equipment, tools and packing hose on Squad 5. Union Squad 5 was called In-Service at 23:23hrs by Lt. Andrew Kalczynski, who has been instrumental in the design of the new Squad. The purpose of Squad 5 is to combine 2 previously separate apparatus, Engine 1, and Rescue 5. Union Squad 5 will replace Rescue 5 and Engine 1 on our run board.
Specs of Squad 5 -
2024 Ferrara Cinder Rescue Engine Chassis
Cummins L9 Diesel Engine (450BHP, 1250 ft.lb Torque)
Allison EVS 3000 Transmission
Hale QMAX 2000GPM Single-Stage Pump
Approx. 600 Sq. Ft Storage
1000 Gallon Poly Water Tank
On-Spot Snow Chain System
FireTec LED Headlights
Whelen Emergency Lighting
FireTec LED Scene Lights
Holmatro Pentheon Battery/Hydraulic Cutters/Spreaders
Paratech Airbag System
Paratech Highway VSK Strut Kit
Crib-it Automatic Cribbing Kit
Full Compliment of DeWalt 20/60V MAX tools