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Presenter showcases new fireboat on Lake Lanier, saying it boosts water and land firefighting capabilities

February 24, 2026
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Summary

A presenter described a newly showcased fireboat for Lake Lanier as a versatile firefighting platform with a 36-foot-6-inch hull, onboard hydrant and pumping, enclosed cabin for patient transport, and two Mercury Verado motors; transcript notes partnerships and a funding mechanism called "SPLAS," details not specified.

A presenter described a newly showcased fireboat on Lake Lanier on the recorded briefing, saying the 36-foot, 6-inch vessel will expand firefighting reach on the lake and support land operations.

The presenter (role: Presenter) said the boat "is 36 foot 6 inches from stem to stern" and is powered by "2 Mercury Verado" motors described in the transcript as "350 horsepower motors." He pointed to an onboard hydrant — "a 5 inch main that comes up from the water pump itself" — and said the vessel has a fully enclosed cab with bench seats that can accommodate two stretchers for patient…

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