Phoenix Metropolitan Area Fire Apparatus

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[quote name='chcmedic93' timestamp='1349152967' post='499783']

Correct. I think they call them "Adaptive Response Units". From the Phoenix FD website...



Apparatus assigned to high-volume stations to provide additional resources in the area or provide move-up capabilities within the Dispatch Center. This means the apparatus moves geographically where needed to fill voids due to high activity, training or service repairs.

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Yes, that's correct. The 900 series (formerly the 700 series) are second engine companies (i.e. Engine 905 at Station 5) or ambulances (i.e. Rescue 942 at Station 42) that serve as move-up companies to stations that are out of service (i.e. training, calls, etc...) for an extended period. The 900 series engines are 905, 910 @ Station 60 (there is currently no Engine 60), 918, 925, 930, 935 and 960. The only other two engine houses are Station 1, which houses Engines 1 and 2, both with separate 1st due areas and Station 44, which houses Engine 34 (Station 34 closed a couple of years ago) and Engine 44. As I mentioned earlier, I had heard a rumor that Engine 2 was supposed to become Engine 901, but that hasn't happened yet.



I believe all Phoenix Engines are ALS, but I cannot say that with 100% certainty.