Mid‑Valley fire chief announces new engine, urges evacuation planning for Star Valley Ranch

Jul 14, 2026

Mid‑Valley Fire Chief Jenkins told the council the district bought a new four‑wheel‑drive engine (partial SLIB grant) that will carry more than 1,000 gallons; he pressed the town to complete an evacuation plan and coordinate sheltering with nearby towns and Red Cross Ogden.

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Mid‑Valley Fire Chief Jenkins told the Star Valley Ranch Town Council that the district recently purchased a new four‑wheel‑drive fire engine to be housed at the Dane station; the engine will carry more than 1,000 gallons of water and replace an older pumper. Jenkins said the department received a partial grant from the State Loan and Investment Board (SLIB) to help pay for the vehicle.

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