June 26, 2010 12:00 PM Vernon Morning Star:
Officials anticipate a new fire truck will enhance public safety. Vernon’s fire department received a new $700,000 emergency vehicle Monday, and it can perform a number of functions including fire suppression, motor vehicle incident response and difficult rescues. “This new engine rescue design provides our firefighters with increased effectiveness by having a multi-purpose capability,” said chief Jeff Carlisle.” The truck, which is expected to be in service for 20 years, replaces the aging engine 83 that is beyond its life cycle as a frontline emergency response vehicle. “Our firefighters respond to a wide variety of emergency situations and this new vehicle provides them with the means and tools necessary to get the job done safely,” said Mayor Wayne Lippert. “In addition, engine 83 will be deployed to Predator Ridge as part of the Predator Ridge volunteer fire service initiative.”
Also new at the Vernon fire hall are three new dispatchers for emergency calls. While the dispatch system previously used firefighters, there will now be dedicated communications operators. Mayor Wayne Lippert said the change is part of council’s commitment towards a safe community. ”It is important that we place the utmost priority when it comes to our emergency response system, and this change in staffing structure for fire dispatch is an excellent step forward.”
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