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Engine 45
Engine
45-1 is a 1991 Pierce Lance pumper. It boast a 1500 GPM pump
with a 750 booster tank. It carries 1200ft. of 5" supply
line. This unit has numerous attack lines, complete Hurst
system, state of the art thermal imaging camera, and is also
our primary engine for Rapid Intervention to many surrounding
communities. Engine 45-1 seats 10 firefighters, and runs
first out on all building fires to mutual aid companies as
well as cover assignments and all auto accidents.
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Tac 45
Engine
45-2 is a 1989 Pierce Dash 5 man cab. The engine has a 1250 GPM
pump and has a 750 gallon booster tank. 45-2 has 5 attack lines
and is also equipped with all the essential BLS equipment, including
oxygen, 45-2 is the primary engine that runs first out in the
Borough of Parkside on all building fires, car fires, and all
non-building responses such as brush fires. Engine 45-1 however
runs first out on car accidents as it is equipped with vehicle
rescue equipment. 45-2 also responds on all first alarm for all
ALS (Advanced Life Support) calls in Parkside, and assists the
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45-7
Medic 45-7 is a 2003 Horton
Type III ambulance on a Ford Chassis. The unit has on-spot chains
for bad weather situations, LED warning light package, rear back-
up camera and a dual operating control panel in the patient compartment.
Medic 45-7 is the station's primary response apparatus for Advanced
Life Support calls and is staffed 24/7 with a combination of
personnel from Crozier Chester Medical Center and Parkside Fire
Company. Primary ALS protection is provided to the boroughs of
Upland and Brookhaven in addition to Nether Providence and Chester
Townships. Mutual aid is provided to the City of Chester on an
as needed basis.
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45-7A
Ambulance 45-7a is also a 2003 Horton
Type III ambulance on a similar chasis with identical options to
the medic unit. 45-7a is the station's primary response unit to
Basic Life Support calls. The unit is completely staffed by volunteer
personnel of the Parkside Fire Company. The unit carries an AED
for cardiac patients. |
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