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PINE ISLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT
PINE ISLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT APPARATUS
![Engine 581](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e007c5_1cc1ff1a863b44fc9f4d1c9d234bbede~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_719,h_439,al_c,q_80,enc_avif,quality_auto/e007c5_1cc1ff1a863b44fc9f4d1c9d234bbede~mv2.jpg)
This fire engine is the lead truck on any and all fires in the rural and city limits of Pine Island. With several hundred feet of hose, and the ability to carry 5 people, this truck will be the first line of attack at a fire scene.
![Engine 583](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e007c5_0fc7209a411e4ffebe63c934f52128b3~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_719,h_457,al_c,q_80,enc_avif,quality_auto/e007c5_0fc7209a411e4ffebe63c934f52128b3~mv2.jpg)
This old-school, four wheel drive engine is used as an attack for fires. Specializing in grass fires, this engine has the ability to "pump and roll," which means the apparatus is able to keep driving while pumping water to the hose lines. For such incidents like grass fires, this is a very beneficial tool.
![Rescue 589](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e007c5_de86a23cb3824e7c82691ef08e2eaaf4~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_719,h_441,al_c,q_80,enc_avif,quality_auto/e007c5_de86a23cb3824e7c82691ef08e2eaaf4~mv2.jpg)
This heavy-rescue is the all-around fire engine. You will see this apparatus lead for medical calls and vehicle accidents. With tools like the Jaws of Life, Water Deck Gun, Hoses, and Medical Equipment, this truck will be seen on almost all scenes.
![Tower 584](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e007c5_5b0a2076ea904a0dba314c0f5c6dd8a7~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_980,h_653,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/e007c5_5b0a2076ea904a0dba314c0f5c6dd8a7~mv2.jpg)
This 96-foot Platform Aerial, is used for fire suppression and high rescues. With a nozzle built into the bucket, it can be used for fighting fire from above. Also, with an air connection within the bucket, firefighters are able to breathe while in smoke.
![Command 582](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e007c5_7a7e96bbc680430d9213b56f398540e6~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_980,h_654,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/e007c5_7a7e96bbc680430d9213b56f398540e6~mv2.jpg)
This Ford pickup truck is a multi-use apparatus. First, used for command at a fire scene. For medical calls, 582 is used as back-up in the situation where more personal are needed. On a car accident scene, this truck will be seen as a warning for traffic.
![Tanker 586](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e007c5_cc76cec6ecef4b50b9d0eba5571bf885~mv2_d_4032_3024_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_980,h_735,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/e007c5_cc76cec6ecef4b50b9d0eba5571bf885~mv2_d_4032_3024_s_4_2.jpg)
As a tanker, 586 is primarily used to shuttle water to the fire scene. With a Drop Tank on the side, it can be deployed to capture water while the tanker returns to be refilled. This tanker can hold up to 1,500 gallons of water.
![Tanker 587](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e007c5_fc758466fc2f43d6b68b7f9a0ddd8134~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_719,h_399,al_c,q_80,enc_avif,quality_auto/e007c5_fc758466fc2f43d6b68b7f9a0ddd8134~mv2.jpg)
As a tanker, 587 is primarily used to shuttle water to the fire scene. With a Drop Tank on the side, it can be deployed to capture water while the tanker returns to be refilled. This tanker can hold up to 1,500 gallons of water.
![Tanker 588](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e007c5_d99155b9579d4a71a96db6aec0dfec1c~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_719,h_434,al_c,q_80,enc_avif,quality_auto/e007c5_d99155b9579d4a71a96db6aec0dfec1c~mv2.jpg)
This 3,500 gallon Vacuum Water Suction tanker is top of the line for rural fires. With no hydrants in the country-side, this truck is able to shuttle an exceptional amount of water. With a vacuum pump built in, this tanker has the ability to pull along side a lake or river and pump directly out of that water source.
![4-Wheeler 1 & 4-Wheeler 2](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e007c5_13462e66151a46eeba9bdca88a491cf4~mv2_d_4032_3024_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_980,h_735,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/e007c5_13462e66151a46eeba9bdca88a491cf4~mv2_d_4032_3024_s_4_2.jpg)
These twin 4-wheeler's are used for a variety of tactics. With trails in the city limits and rural of Pine Island, these make for quick access to get to a possible patient. With portable water tanks, they can be used as another tool for grass fires.
![Brush 1](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e007c5_da974f9b3d5a483d9b58b78656071376~mv2_d_4032_3024_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_980,h_735,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/e007c5_da974f9b3d5a483d9b58b78656071376~mv2_d_4032_3024_s_4_2.jpg)
The primary use for Brush 1 is fire suppression on grass fires. With a water tank and pump on board, firefighters are able to attack the fire while moving with the apparatus.
![Brush 4](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e007c5_928f6c2e4f7849f8b9d0e88ae420b4a8~mv2_d_4032_3024_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_980,h_735,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/e007c5_928f6c2e4f7849f8b9d0e88ae420b4a8~mv2_d_4032_3024_s_4_2.jpg)
The primary use for Brush 4 is fire suppression on grass fires. With a water tank and pump on board, firefighters are able to attack the fire while moving with the apparatus.
![Hovercraft 1](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e007c5_2d3bda58997d438fb5d9148dbe73eff8~mv2_d_4032_3024_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fill/w_980,h_735,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/e007c5_2d3bda58997d438fb5d9148dbe73eff8~mv2_d_4032_3024_s_4_2.jpg)
Having bodies of water in rural Pine Island, the department is able to reach possible victims of water/ice rescue with the use of the Hovercraft.
![1941 Engine](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/e007c5_e8df3012c0bf41d9b2cb6cb9a0eccbb7~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_980,h_672,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/e007c5_e8df3012c0bf41d9b2cb6cb9a0eccbb7~mv2.jpg)
This 1941 Chevrolet Engine is used for parades and festivals in the area.