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Fire district reports heavy call volume; live-wire training and vehicle replacement planned
Summary
The fire commissioners reported high call volume and detailed training and equipment needs: an ice-rescue drill on Feb. 1, National Grid live-wire training in May, and plans to replace an aging rescue Suburban with an estimated $40,000–$50,000 3/4-ton truck.
A representative for the fire commissioners reported Old Forge had 108 calls over the stated reporting period and announced an ice-rescue drill on Feb. 1 that will include departments from neighboring districts. The commissioner said the district is seeking volunteers to observe and described a mid-May live-wire training to be conducted by National Grid.
The representative also reported an Eagle Bay rescue truck has air-brake problems and that the district plans to replace the vehicle, estimating a $40,000–$50,000 cost for a 3/4-ton truck with a cap. The board and fire officials said the vehicle is not used frequently but is critical when needed for rescues and pumping operations; timing of replacement will depend on repair options and parts availability.
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