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Apparatus

Squad 61

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Squad 61 is a 2014 Chevorlet Tahoe. This SUV is equipped with BLS medical equipment, an AED, additional breathing apparatus tanks, swift water rescue gear, and a pull-out desk utilized for command operations. Squad 61 is first out for all medical emergencies and is used for river operations during the summer.

Brush 61

Brush 61 is a 2004 Ford F-550 with a brush fire skid unit in the bed. This truck carries 300 gallons of water and utilizes a foam induction system for more effective extinguishing of grass and brush fires. This truck carries firefighting hand tools, BLS medical first response equipment, an AED, swift water rescue gear, along with an SCBA pack. Brush 61 is the first-out apparatus for any wildland or grass fire. 

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Engine 61

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Engine 61 is a Pierce Contender Commercial Cab awarded to the Department through a grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority in 2007. This Engine has a 1250 gpm Pump, caries 1000 gallons of water, and is equipped with a foam system for a more efficient use of the water on board. Engine 61 is also equipped with a variety of tools such as the "Jaws of Life" or Hurst electronic extrication tools, vehicle stabilization struts, glass breaking tools, and forcible entry and overhaul tools. Engine 61 is the first-out apparatus for any structure fire, vehicle accidents, and rescue operations. Engine 61 is also equppied with BLS medical equipment.

Squad 62

Squad 62 is a 2014 Chevy Tahoe. This SUV is equipped with BLS medical equipment, an AED, additional breathing apparatus tanks, and is utilized for command operations. Squad 62 is second out for all medical emergencies and is used for river operations during the summer.

UTV 61
 

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UTV 61 is a 2021 Can-Am Defender. This off-road vehicle was generously payed for by a grant through the Lower Colorado River Authority. UTV 61 is primarily used for river opertaions, and rescue operations. This unit is equipped with a kayak, swift water gear, and BLS medical equipment.

Brush 63

Brush 63 is a 1990 Ford F350. Brush 63 is equpped with a 400 galllon tank along with  firefighting hand tools. Brush 63 is the second out apparatus for grass and brush fires.

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