Apparatus

163 Rescue carries some of the most up-to-date equipment available on the market. This includes new Hurst hydraulic rescue tools, vehicle stabilization struts, air monitoring devices, rappelling/rope rescue equipment, emergency medical supplies and an automated external defibrillator (AED). Our personnel have extensive training in multiple rescue disciplines and are continually updating their skills.

163 Engine 1 -

2005 Pierce Dash pumper. This engine is first-due for all structure
fires, fire alarms, and smoke investigations within the borough.

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163 Engine 2 -

1989 Seagrave pumper. Engine 2 is second-due for all residential
structure fires within the borough and is the first engine to respond
for mutual aid into other communities.

163 Engine 5 -

1972 Mack pumper, refurbished in 1994. Engine 5 responds to
vehicle fires, motor vehicle accidents, and water conditions.

163 Truck -

2002 Pierce 100 foot elevated platform. The truck responds to high
rise and industrial incidents in the borough, and often responds into
neighboring communities for mutual aid.

163 Rescue -

1993 International rescue. The rescue responds to all motor vehicle
accidents, physical rescues, and carbon monoxide alarms. It is also
the second-due apparatus for mutual aid responses.

163 Squad -

1997 Ford F-350 4x4. The squad is equipped for Rapid Intervention
Team operations and is also used to transport firefighters.

163 Chief -

2000 Ford Explorer. The Chief's vehicle enables officers to quickly navigate their way to the scene and setup incident command.