‘Significant investment': Prince Albert Fire Department welcomes new fire engine
CTV News4 days ago
The Prince Albert Fire Department has added a new fire engine to its fleet.
The custom-built unit replaces a 24-year-old engine that had reached the end of its operational lifespan. The new engine was purchased through capital reserves, at a cost of about $1.3 million dollars.
'Having a custom-built unit like E13 allows us to meet the specific challenges we face in Prince Albert,' says Fire Chief Kris Olsen. 'It ensures our firefighters have the tools they need to respond quickly and efficiently.'
The new engine, currently assigned as the Department's first-arriving unit, is equipped with a state-of-the art electronic pump control system. An advanced touchscreen replaces traditional mechanical levels, aimed at improving fire crews' accuracy, efficiency and ease of use during emergencies.
It's expected to be in operation for the next 20 years.
The custom-built unit replaces a 24-year-old engine that had reached the end of its operational lifespan. The new engine was purchased through capital reserves, at a cost of about $1.3 million dollars.
'Having a custom-built unit like E13 allows us to meet the specific challenges we face in Prince Albert,' says Fire Chief Kris Olsen. 'It ensures our firefighters have the tools they need to respond quickly and efficiently.'
The new engine, currently assigned as the Department's first-arriving unit, is equipped with a state-of-the art electronic pump control system. An advanced touchscreen replaces traditional mechanical levels, aimed at improving fire crews' accuracy, efficiency and ease of use during emergencies.
It's expected to be in operation for the next 20 years.
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