About Us:
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Apparatus:
The Alberton Fire Department’s fleet consists of two pumpers, two tankers, and one rescue unit. Pictured right is one of a collection of murals created to depict major events in the Town's and Fire Department's history. This mural depicts the now decommissioned Pumper 3 and the current Pumper 2.
Pumper 1
Pumper 1 is a 1979 Ford, manufactured by Wrand Fire Trucks. It has the capacity to hold 1,500 gallons of water and to pump 625 gpm. The main hose bed was modified from the original design to allow for a bigger water tank.
In addition to a general assortment of tools and equipment, Pumper 1 also carries a drop tank, mounted on the side of the vehicle. The truck is a cab-over design with seating for personnel and the pump operator's controls behind the cab.
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Pumper 2
Pumper 2 is a 1997 GMC manufactured by Metalfab. It has a water tank capacity of 1,500 gallons and can pump 1,050 gpm. This is a combination pumper which can produce foam or water. It has seating for up to three personnel, including the driver. The passenger seats are designed so that a breathing apparatus can be recessed into the backrest of the seat which members can don while en route to an incident. Spare air bottles can be carried in specifically designed compartments located on either side of the rear wheels. Like Pumper 1, a large drop tank is also carried as part of the equipment of this truck. |
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Tanker 1
This unit is a 1989 Ford. It has the capacity to haul 2,900 gallons of water. In addition to a supply of hose and couplings, this truck also carries an extension ladder and a portable pump. There is also a large dump valve with chute located on the rear of the truck to allow for the rapid dispensement of water into a drop tank. Pictured below is Tanker 1 as it originally looked. In the early 2000's, major modifications were made to the truck including the installation of an additional rear axle along with a new water tank.
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Tanker 2
This unit is a 1987 International. It has the capacity to haul 3,100 gallons of water. Like Tanker 1, there is a large dump valve with chute located on the rear of the truck to allow for the rapid dispensement of water into a drop tank.
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Rescue Unit
This unit is built on a 2007 International chassis with a body fabricated by Allain Equipment Manufacturing. This is a walk-in style rescue unit with an entrance at the rear of the vehicle. An opening allows communication between the cab and rear of the vehicle. In addition to an ample supply of tools and equipment, this unit also contains an on-board electric generator and refilling station for breathing apparatuses. A multitude of cabinets located inside and outside the vehicle provide ample storage. The interior of the vehicle provides seating for the crew including SCBA seating for up to eight members.
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Rescue Trailer
The Technical Rescue trailer carries the tools and equipment necessary for incidents that involve complex rescue situations. These items include a row boat, stokes basket, rescue sled, ropes, harnesses, life jackets, life ring and several other small tools. When the need arises, this trailer is hitched to a truck and brought to the scene. The trailer was created by the fire department members in 2005.
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