Apparatus
Engine 80 is our first due apparatus for all structure fire responses. This 1996 Frieghtliner FL-80 chassis is complimented by a 1000 gallon tank and 1250 GPM pump. This apparatus has seating for 5 personnel, which includes seat mounted S.C.B.A's, thermal imaging equipment, and all other equipment mandated by the N.F.P.A.
Rescue 81 is the first due apparatus to car crashes and second due for structure fires in hydrated areas. Rescue 81 was custom built for GTVFD by Pierce in 2023 and is capable of carrying 6 firefighters. Rescue 81 carries a complete set of Holmatro battery powered extrication tools. It has a 1,500 gallon per minute waterous pump and a 750-gallon water tank. It has 1,000 feet of 5" and 500 feet of 3" supply hose along with 40 feet of 6" suction hose. It also carries a thermal imaging camera, various tools for structure fires and car accidents, and basic life support EMS equipment.
Tanker 81 is a vital piece of apparatus because of it's ability to transport large quantities of water to the rural, non-hydranted parts of the township. This 1999 International Chassis can haul 2100 gallons of water, and uses a Hale pump.
Brush Truck 88 was purchased in 2009 from Weise. Brush Truck 88 was a display model for the Weise company, at the Fire Department Instructor's Conference (F.D.I.C.) in Indianapolis. Brush Truck 88's platform for wildland firefighting is exemplary! Brush Truck 88 has the ability to have front and rear mounted winches, a remote "Task Force" nozzle on the bumper of the truck to allows personnel to fight wildland fires from the safety of the cab. In addition, two, side mounted "whip lines" to allow personnel the ability to fight fire from the safety of the elevated pump panel.
This 1999 Ford F-450 / E-One light rescue truck is designated as Intervention 83. Intervention 83 responds first to all Emergency Medical Calls for service, and carries all state mandated Basic Life Support E.M.S. equipment, which includes, an AED and portable suction. Intervention 83 is "second out" for all motor vehicle accidents, and carries on board extrication tools. In addition, Intervention 83 carries 500 gallons of water.