Apparatus/Assets

During prolonged emergencies, specifically structure fires, firefighters must replace and refill their air bottles. AIR 5 has the capacity to refill the SCBA bottles while at a scene using onboard air compressors (cascade). 

HAZMAT 5 is designed to carry the tools, equipment, technology and personnel with the expertise to manage hazardous situations. From local gas stations to nearby chemical plants, hazardous materials can exist in almost every community. Firefighters have basic training in managing the most common hazardous materials, but many times, specialized teams and vehicles are required.

A roll-off container intended to carry equipment for collapse, high angle, confined space, and below grade rescue capabilities. A 2004 International truck with a roll-off chassis is used to transport the 20ft container. 

A mobile trailer consisting of a 20 kw diesel powered portable generator and 35-foot telescoping light tower. The light tower powers 4-1,000 watt flood lights. The primary purpose of Light Tower 5 is to illuminate a scene, especially at night, and also supplies power for equipment in the field. 

One inflatable and one rigid hull boat with 40 hp motors and safety/rescue equipment.

A 2009 Polaris Ranger 6×6 capable of reaching off-locations that a many vehicles would render useless. With a 50 gallon water tank, combined with a high pressure pump, this vehicle can tackle small and large brush fires.