International Falls Fire Department purchases Custom Fire Apparatus

The International Falls Fire Department is the proud owner of two new fire apparatus from Custom Fire Apparatus of Osceola, Wisconsin. The purchase included a pumper and a rescue truck. The pumper, built on a 2004 Peterbilt chassis, has a Waterous two stage 1250 GPM pump, complete with a Class A and Class B foam system, which includes Compressed Air Foam(CAF). "We really like the enclosed, top mounted pump panel," said I-Falls Fire Chief Jerry Jensen. "The operator has full view of the fire scene and he is also protected from the elements." The pumper was put into service in June. The cost was $296,000. The rescue truck, which is also on a 2004 Peterbilt chassis, will carry all of the fire department's heavy rescue equipment. "We really needed to replace our rescue rig and this apparatus was the right choice," said Jensen. "We now have ample room for our hydraulic spreader, cutter and air lift bags. We are very proud of both of these rigs. They will serve our community and surrounding area for many years to come." The rescue truck, which went into service in July, cost $264,000.

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