CFD Apparatus status discussion (Non-Radio Information)

[ENGINE_4]

New #9 Heavy -- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fNRkgSvaffo&feature=channel_video_title

 

[ENGINE_4]

Can anybody say if CFD responded into that Sparks Egg plant fire yesterday??

 

[JRPhotography]

I haven't heard anything. Seeing as it was in Rockyview District I don't think Calgary would send anything unless Rockyview didn't have the resources. I'm guessing Airdrie would have sent mutual Aid. According to the news clip I've read, Other than the fire spreading to multiple structures it was a somewhat contained fire with no injuries. It is a major loss for the owner though and many people who buy Sparks eggs will be affected. Very sad.

Heres the story http://www.calgaryherald.com/life/P...ills+chickens+east+Calgary/4908378/story.html

John

 

[MrVelvet]

Can anybody say if CFD responded into that Sparks Egg plant fire yesterday??

Crews from Balzac, Langdon and Chestermere were reportedly on scene.

 

[ENGINE_4]

Thanks for the fast reply's!!!! I just found it kind of odd because looking at google maps, this fire was just a couple of minuets from city limits.... but I know CFD has stopped sending mutual aid unless specifically requested by the first in department.

And on another CFD note, There has been a tender put out for a new Mobile Command Vehicle... no word if this is going to replace the "Tri-Service" Mobile Command Vehicle or not, but CFD is getting a new one!!!

 

[MrVelvet]

Thanks for the fast reply's!!!! I just found it kind of odd because looking at google maps, this fire was just a couple of minuets from city limits.... but I know CFD has stopped sending mutual aid unless specifically requested by the first in department.

And on another CFD note, There has been a tender put out for a new Mobile Command Vehicle... no word if this is going to replace the "Tri-Service" Mobile Command Vehicle or not, but CFD is getting a new one!!!

I'm sure someone else can speak better to this, but the simple cost of calling in mutual aid makes it a last resort option. Just because CFD is close, doesn't make it the best option for Rockyview - they have plenty of crews that are relatively close.

 

[500megawatt]

Question

Obviously I am new to the site but would someone tell me what CFD communications means by the term "red truck"?

 

[JRPhotography]

Red 1 through red 6 are the ARFF apparatus located at Calgary international airport.

 

[500megawatt]

In listening to the tape of Chicage Communications on the 3-11 fire on 12-22-10, I hear the dispatcher designating a unit as the "red truck"

 

[Jay911]

Two things here....

One - this is for Calgary Fire Department in Calgary, Alberta, Canada - not the Chicago Fire Department of Chicago, Illinois, USA.

Two - what you probably heard was a discussion about a "RIT" truck. Rapid Intervention Teams are fire crews specifically designated to stand by and, if necessary, rescue the firefighters who are inside a structure fire. They utilize special tactics and equipment to get downed firefighters out as swiftly as possible.

 

[MrVelvet]

So the City officially broke ground on the new #39 Station in Douglas Glen last week.

Calgary Fire Department Breaks Ground on Fire Station #39 in Douglas Glen / The City of Calgary Newsroom

I'm really confused as to why they would number this station 39 though when it is right in between stations 30 and 9 - talk about radio confusion. Why wouldn't they have given this #40 instead?

 

[Jay911]

Why wouldn't they have given this #40 instead?

Might get the guys up in Sage Hill all confused.

 

[MrVelvet]

Might get the guys up in Sage Hill all confused.

Oh, I know about the current #40 - I was just trying to say, why wouldn't they have numbered the Sage Hill hall #39?

 

[ENGINE_4]

Hello, I just wanted to up-date everyone on CFD's fleet movements...
- CFD's 2 new SVI Rescues as well as there new #9 Heavy Rescue are in-service
- Engine #27 has moved from Station #13 to Station #32
- Red 6 (the Rapid Response F550) is no longer is station #13.. it may come back one day though
- CFD has ordered and put into service 3?? Bush Buggy's, maybe 5. But there are for sure 3 in service!!!
- Also the new 8 Smeal Quints should be arriving in Calgary by mid-august??, but just before that happens the new High-rise truck should be in Calgary!!!!!

 

[ENGINE_4]

Hey would anyone happen to have the run down for the 3-alarm fire on Hemlock Crescent Yesterday??? i know Engine #8 and Aerial #8 where the first in apparatus, but which apparatus where part of the second and third alarm?? Thanks in advance!!

 

[ENGINE_4]

CFD's brand new one of a kind High Rise Unit!!!!!!
- SVI Trucks - Calgary, AB Fire Department High Rise Support Unit
- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wiIw0Fc1q-A&feature=channel_video_title

Does anyone else think it looks better then Toronto Fire's High Rise Unit??? LOL

 

[MrVelvet]

CFD's brand new one of a kind High Rise Unit!!!!!!
- SVI Trucks - Calgary, AB Fire Department High Rise Support Unit
- SVI Trucks - Calgary, AB High Rise Support Unit - YouTube

Does anyone else think it looks better then Toronto Fire's High Rise Unit??? LOL

Quick note - the new High Rise unit is located at Station 10.

 

[ENGINE_4]

Thanks for the up-date Mr.Velvet!!! Just another timbit; 2 or 3 or the new 105' Smeal Aerials have been delivered to the Calgary Fire Department. Hopefully they can be placed in service soon!!

 

[ENGINE_4]

Here's a look at CFD's new Smeal Aerials --- Smeal Fire Apparatus

 

[MrVelvet]

They missed one photo on their page.