This & That from Here & There

[GA_Dave]

How are the mini-s going to work? Are they paired with a Class A or run solo? What's the specs?

The mini-pumpers are a bit of an experiment from what I have been told.  They will operate as the first out engines at Stations 7 and 8.  Both houses have nearby engine companies,  Both currently run Class A engines and over 95% of their responses are to EMS calls.  Engine 7 is quartered with Medic 7, Engine 8 with Ladder 8, a 75' quint.  The concept is that the mini-pumpers will be better suited to EMS runs and adequate for the fire runs.  The mini-pumpers will be cheaper to replace than Class A pumpers.  Time will tell.  I didn't get the chance to get specs, but will when I shoot one of them in a week or two.