Fire News West Virginia, March/April 2021 Premier Edition

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West Virginia Mourns the LODD of 2 Firefighters Lt. Brian H. Ritchie & Firefighter Logan Young See story on pages 6 & 8

Wheeling Arson The Wheeling Fire Department B Platoon, responded to the 300 Block of South York Street for a structure fire which was later ruled an arson.

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Nutter Fort Blaze Snuffed

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Nutter Fort Engine 71 was alerted for a structure fire with entrapment.

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Cold Day’s Fire in Huntington Huntington firefighters battled a working fire in frigid weather conditions.

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Training Days 23 new recruits of the Charleston Fire Department took courses in firefighter safety and survival.

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Chapmanville FD The Chapmanville Fire Department, founded on March 17, 1954, refurbishes its building.

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From the Editor’s Desk Dennis Whittam, Editor

Can You Handle the Challenging Call?

This past month has presented the fire service with several calls that have challenged our first responders. The calls made me think about our new officers, firefighters and EMTs, who may find themselves involved with a serious call that they think they could handle. My question to you is, “Are you prepared to handle the challenging call?”

Recently, a cemetery worker in my area was killed as he was working in a trench and the sidewall of the trench collapsed, burying the worker in 18 inches of dirt. As the first arriving unit, what would you and your crew do?

Immediately, you should be thinking, “trench rescue.” Are you aware, trench walls can collapse in 1/10 of a second? When the walls collapse, the earth moves at approximately 40 mph. Guess what? You do not have a chance of getting out of its way. A single cubic foot of dirt weighs 100 pounds. A cubic yard weighs 3000 pounds. As firefighters, we must discipline ourselves to back off and wait for a technical rescue team to arrive to the scene. Sadly, the buried worker lost his life

and the scene quickly became a recovery effort.

This month, there was a serious propane incident on Long Island. Two workers were refilling propane cylinders when something went wrong. The two workers were seriously burned and needed to be quickly transported to a burn unit. On Long Island, we are very lucky to have two state-of-the-art burn units.

Nassau County has the Nassau University Medical Center and Suffolk County has the Burn Center at Stony Brook University Medical Center.

Once you arrive on scene, would you know how to handle a seriously burned patient? I had one fire in my career that I still have thoughts about. It was one of those incidents that, when you close your eyes, you can visualize the patients uncontrollably shaking as their skin was falling off of their bodies. I was part of the ambulance crew that horrible night. Fortunately, our EMT was experienced and knew how to prepare the patient for transport to Stony Brook Medical Center.

Every year, the Suffolk County Volunteer Firefighters Burn Center holds a recognition

day. Several of the doctors talk about the newest equipment and innovations, the nurses of the unit are honored, and checks are presented to the unit from fundraisers held by our junior groups and various firematic organization. My advice to everyone — go to this event!

Finally, as firefighters, most of us feel confident that we can handle any job that comes our way. The truth is you may not be able to handle some calls as safely as you think. Please take the time to review the courses offered at your fire academy and enroll in Technical Rescue Courses and Rapid Intervention Classes. Take the time to investigate your Burn Center. Meet with the staff of well-qualified personnel and ask questions on handing a serious burn victim.

Who knows, the person you save, could be a member of your own company.

- Dennis

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LODD

Lt. Brian H. Ricthie: LODD

Firefighter Lieutenant Brian H. Ritchie, 50, of Follansbee died peacefully with his family by his side at Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, on Tuesday, February 2, 2021, after a courageous battle with COVID-19, which he contracted in the line of duty. Brian was born on June 26, 1970, in Steubenville, Ohio.

After graduating from Steubenville Big Red in 1988, Brian enlisted in the United States Air Force where he served his country in Iraq during Desert Shield and Desert Storm. After returning to the Ohio Valley in 1992, Brian made Follansbee, West Virginia, his home and worked as a federal prison guard at the FCI Elkton, a federal prison in Columbiana County, Ohio. From a young age, Brian’s grandfather, Henry Kaczmarek, would often take Brian and his brother Kevin to visit the Steubenville Fire Department where their uncle was a firefighter. His passion for fighting fires grew from there. At the age of 14, Brian joined the Brilliant Ohio Volunteer Fire Department. He would listen for the sound of the fire whistle to fill the air so that he could assist the department on their calls.

Brian was a dedicated volunteer fire fighter with the Hooverson Heights Volunteer Fire Department for 29 years. In his last year of eligibility, he took the civil service test, left a higher paying job and accepted a full-time position with the city of Weirton Fire Department. His 17-year-old son Caleb carries on the family tradition of serving with the Hooverson Heights Volunteer Fire Department along with Brian’s partner Sierra. Brian was currently the Assistant Chief at Hooverson Heights VFD and also serving as Lieutenant in the Weirton Fire Department. Brian loved spending time with his partner Sierra and son Caleb riding a side-by-side, shooting guns, umpiring local baseball games and rocking out to 80s hair bands. He also loved the Ohio State Buckeyes, Pittsburgh Steelers, Pittsburgh Pirates and Detroit Red Wings.

Brian was preceded in death by his wife Karen Pickens Ritchie in 2014. He will be remembered with love and admiration by his son, Caleb Ray Ritchie; his long time partner Sierra Dunlevy; his mother Carol Kaczmarek Ritchie (Bill Corriston); his brother Kevin Ritchie; his sister Nikki Ritchie (Larry Vankirk); his brother, Mike Ritchie; and his sister, Jeannie (Brad) Burkhead. Public visitation was held in the Weirton Room of the Millsop Community Center, followed by a funeral service. Interment took place at St. John’s Haven of Rest cemetery in Follansbee, with graveside services conducted by the Weirton firefighters I.A.F.F. Local 948; The United States Air Force Honor Guard and the American Legion Post 10 Honor Guard. Memorial contributions to help Brian’s family may be made to Weirton Firefighters Association Local 948, PO Box 2353, Weirton, WV 26062.

- Fire News story by Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, photos courtesy of City of Weirton FD

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LODD

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Fallen Airman, Firefighter Logan Young Honored

By Senior Master Sgt. Emily Beightol-Deyerle, 167th AW

Senior Airman Logan Young, 167th Civil Engineering Squadron firefighter, died while battling an off-base fire on December 20, 2020. A funeral service to honor his life was held at Victory Church in Virginia, on January 7, 2021.

The life of Senior Airman Logan Young was celebrated during a service January 7, 2021, at Victory Church in Winchester, VA. Young, 30, a firefighter for the 167th Fire Department, was killed December 27, 2020, while battling an off-base barn fire, later determined to be arson.

Young joined the 167th Airlift Wing in 2018 after serving on active duty in the US Air Force since 2011. While on active duty, he served in security forces and was stationed at Kadena Air Base, Japan, RAF Alconbury, England, and Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland. He deployed to the Middle East in 2014.

Young, as described by his family, friends and fellow airmen, was a jokester, an agitator, someone who loved to tease and talk smack. He was a sports nut, a die-hard Steelers fan, a shoe aficionado, and a vast encyclopedia of random facts. He enjoyed playing soccer and basketball, and riding ATVs and his motorcycle. He loved peanut butter and chicken. He was real. He was honest, patient, passionate and dedicated. Logan was engaged to be married. His fiancée is pregnant with his first child and, as stated in his obituary, he was a “bonus Dad” to his fiancée's daughter.

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Airmen and firefighters attend the funeral service for Senior Airmen Logan Young at Victory Church.

- Photo by Senior Master Sgt. Emily Beightol-Deyerle

Airlift Wing Chaplain Major Ronald Faith speaks during the funeral service for Senior Airman Logan Young.

- Photo by Senior Master Sgt. Emily Beightol-Deyerle

Airmen and firefighters attend the funeral service for Senior Airmen Logan Young at Victory Church, in Winchester Virginia, January 7, 2021.

- Photo by Senior Master Sgt. Emily Beightol-Deyerle

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Quick Stop in Charleston

Recently, crews from Charleston Fire responded to a house fire on 7th Avenue. The fire was quickly knocked down by first-due crews without incident, and no injuries were reported.

- Fire News photos courtesy of Charleston FD

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Just in Case

Recently, the Charlston Fire Department was alerted for smoke on the eighth floor of a downtown building. This type of building required a larger than normal response, which included four engine companies, two ladder companies, a rescue company, one ambulance, EMS duty supervisor, and a battalion chief. While no active fire was found, the companies had the appropriate measures in place to handle the emergency.

- Fire News photo by Charleston FD

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All Out Safe in Wheeling

On February 7, 2021, the Wheeling Fire Department, C Platoon responded to Lane H, near Cherry Street in East Wheeling, for a reported structure fire. Engines 2, 5 and 4, Ladder 1, Rescue 1, Squads 2 and 3, Duty Chief C-4 and Fire Chief C-1 responded.

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WFD Fire Investigations is handling the investigations of this occupied house fire and did not releasd a cause. All occupants of the house got out safely.

- Fire News photos by Jordan Roth, Wheeling’s Bravest Media

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It’s That Time Again

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On March 11, 2021 Nutter Fort firefighters assisted Barbour County crews at a large brush fire on Indian Run Road, off Route 57, near Philippi. Units from Stonewall, Anmoore and Lost Creek were also added to the alarm while units were en route. Crews arrived on scene and were met with a brush fire that was rapidly spreading in the direction of nearby structures. Crews put multiple brush units into operation, and manpower to control the blaze from extending to the structures nearby. The fast moving fire scorched approximately 20 acres, and was brought under control in a little over two hours. Fire crews from Philippi, Belington, Junior, Warren District, and Buckhannon also assisted. A reminder to everyone to please follow the burn laws in affect and use good judgment with the weather conditions before you burn.

- Photos courtesy of Nutter Fort Fire

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Wheeling Arson

On January 3, 2021, the Wheeling Fire Department B Platoon, responded to the 300 Block of South York Street for a structure fire. Engines 5, 2 and 4, Ladder 1, Squads 2, and 3, Rescue 1, Duty Chief C-3 and Fire Chief C-1 responded. The house was vacant and the fire was ruled an arson, according to PIO’s press release. There were no human injuries, but multiple cats inside were rescued by.

- Fire News photos by Andrew Cunningham WheelingsBravest.com

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Nutter Fort Blaze Snuffed

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On January 24, 2021, Nutter Fort Engine 71 was alerted for a struc- story dwelling well involved, and transmitted a working fire. Crews ture fire with entrapment on Robinwood Drive, in Mount Clare. battled the blaze for approximately 30 minutes before it was Mutual aid came from Mount Clare, Stonewood, Lost Creek, and declared under control.

Anmoore, along with Anmoore EMS. Units arrived to find a single- Photos courtesy of Nutter Fort Fire Department

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Cold Day’s Fire in Huntington

On January 28, 2021, Huntington firefighters battled a working fire in frigid weather conditions.

The crew of first-due Engine 10 was met with heavy fire conditions showing from the second floor of the structure.

- Fire News photos courtesy of Eric Sullivan

Multiple Departments Battle Two Fully Engulfed Structures in Salem

On March 13, 2021, firefighters from multiple area departments battled a structure fire on Water Street in Salem. First-due crews arrived to two fully engulfed structures, with one beginning to collapse. Due to fire conditions crews were forced into an exterior attack.

Crews were able to save a third structure nearby from catching fire. No serious injuries were reported.

- Photos courtesy of Nutter Fort Fire

Quick Stop at Small Brush Fire

Recently, Nutter Fort firefighters operated at a brush fire. Crews contained the low-burning fire to approximately one acre. No injuries were reported. Engines 71 and 72, Tanker 7, and Unit 74 responded with 10 personnel. Crews operated on scene for less than an hour.

- Photos courtesy of Nutter Fort Fire

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Up Close

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Firefighters from the Nutter Fort Fire Department.

- Photo courtesy of Nutter Fort FD

Training Days

Recently, 23 new recruits of the Charleston Fire Department took courses in firefighter safety and survival. During the process of extinguishing a fire, firefighters face different types of hazards that can disable, trap, or even kill them. During this physically demanding drill the recruits are taught ways to identify, mitigate and escape different scenarios. Each new recruit must pass the different skill stations, that included: Crawling through a 14 1/2"wall opening; Managing entangled wires; Carrying a downed firefighter up and down stairs; and Managing a breathing SCBA emergency. The skills learned during this drill could potentially save their life or the life of a fellow firefighter.

- Fire News photo by Charleston FD

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Meeting the Crew That Saved You

On January 1, 2021, at approximately 0515, while en route to a vacant structure fire on the West Side, Charlston Fire units were dispatched to a second structure fire on Ruffner Avenue, with possible entrapment. Units from Station 1 and 4 were rerouted from the West Side to Ruffner Avenue. Medic 431 was first on scene, quickly followed by Truck 1 and Engine 1 and 4. Bystanders advised the ambulance that there was someone still inside the home.

Captain Virag took command and confirmed that personnel Firefighter Carr from Medic 431 and Firefighter Burgess from Truck 1 were beginning a primary search for the victim while Firefighter Prater was helping to get the hose line in place to protect

the search crew. The search crew was met with high heat and blackout conditions upon entering. The fire victim was found inside the front door and was quickly removed by Carr and Burgess. Primary search was completed and efforts were concentrated on fire suppression. An additional line was deployed as a backup to the line in operation. The following Thursday, the victim stopped by Station 1 on Charleston’s East End to thank those that rescued him that night. It is the pinnacle of any firefighter’s job to be able to meet someone who they saved after they have recovered from their injuries.

- Fire News photo courtesy of Charleston Fire Department

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Rescue Practice

Twin Cedar Dr. Blaze

A US Navy MH-60S Nighthawk helicopter conducted inland water rescue maneuvers with members of the West Virginia National Guard’s Swift Water Rescue Team on the Kanawha River in Dunbar on October 21, 2020. The training is aimed at building interoperability between services.

-Photo courtesy of US Navy

Recently, firefighters from multiple area departments responded to a structure fire on Twin Cedar Drive in Sycamore. Crews arrived on scene to find a two-story building fully engulfed. Firefighters put multiple attack lines into operation for a defensive attack.

Crews knocked down the blaze within 25 minutes and remained on scene for extensive overhaul operations.

-Photo courtesy of Nutter Fort Fire - Continued from page 8 Fallen Airman, Firefighter Logan Young Honored

Ladder trucks from the Shepherdstown Fire Department and the Martinsburg Veterans Administration Medical Center Fire Department displayed an American flag over the entrance to Victory Church, in Winchester on January 7, 2021.

- Photo by Senior Master Sgt. Emily Beightol-Deyerle

The night of his death he surprised his fellow shift firefighters with Christmas gifts. “The most amazing dreadlocked Santa Claus you’ve ever seen showed up with a secret gift for the entire shift,” said Staff Sgt. Michael Frye, 167th CES firefighter. “It was Logan at his best: comfortable, happy and truly one of a kind. That night would also reveal Logan at his professional best: dedicated, reliable, hardworking, following orders and wanting to get the job done.”

Master Sgt. Chris Taylor, 167th CES fire chief, said Logan loved being a firefighter and serving his country. “We will honor Logan by doing what he loved to do. Which means being the best fireman, Airman, and person we can be day in and day out,” Taylor said “Logan wasn’t a hero for going to a fire,” Frye said “He was a hero for dedicating himself to being better for those around him. He was a hero for loving his family deeply.”

Young was posthumously promoted to the rank of Staff Sergeant. A memorial service with military honors is planned for the March unit training assembly at the 167th AW.

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Chapmanville FD The Chapmanville Fire Department was founded on March 17, 1954. The founding mission that is still followed today is to protect lives and property of residents within the Town of Chapmanville and surrounding communities. Besides providing fire/rescue protection they encourage and teach public safety. Station 3 of the 12 Logan County Fire Departments covers approximately 95-square miles in its first due area, including the longest stretch of US 119 in Logan County.

They also run mutual aid with several other departments in Logan, Boone and Lincoln counties. The department averages 45 calls per a month, and is 100 percent voluntee.

There are currently 30 active members, seven probationary (in-training) members, 10 support staff members, and eight auxiliary members. They also have the largest number of National Registered EMS Providers within the county (not including the local ambulance authority). Station 3’s fleet is made up of eight apparatus; Heavy Rescue (Rescue 350), three Class A Engines (Engine 351, Engine 352, Engine 353), 1,800 gallon Tanker with Class A pump (Tanker 354), two Squads (Squad 355, Squad 356), and 102-foot aerial platform (Tower 360).

Since the conception of the department it has been housed in the same building that was converted in 1954 from the local town hall/police department. Minor structural repairs have been routinely done throughout the years but with the age of the building it was in desperate need of a cosmetic overhaul.

Due to the struggling economy within our area, mainly due to the decline of coal production, we found our county and city to be financially strained.

Thomas Perr,y J.,r being an active member with the department for 30-plus years and Chief for well over the last decade has stood as a bold leader in the substantial growth and development within our department. In early 2017, he single-handedly changed the face of our department forever.

Chief Perry commenced to set our dream of having a new station into reality. After countless hours of planning, designing and meeting with city officials, he finally received a sparse allotment of funds combined with department allotted funds to begin construction. Summer of 2017 was the beginning of phase 1 of the project, which included remodeling the interior and exterior of the 60-plus year old main structure.

Unfortunately, due to a very tight budget, Chief Perry had to get creative and stretch our funds drastically. This is when the membership stepped in and made the project rather interesting. Unable to afford a contractor full

time to complete the project, he was able to direct the membership into the more routine construction and use contractors for the larger more complex plans.

Our project took a significant twist when we came in contact with a state Certified General Contractor, Dave Farmer. Dave was a friend to many of the members within the department but lived in a nearby town and did not have direct contact with our department on a regular basis.

After hours of discussing and planning between Chief Perry and Mr. Farmer a monumental task was about to take place and change the direction of our overall goal completely. It was immense enough that Dave became like family to the members of our department. Enough so that he moved his family into the area and became a member of our department. His (Dave’s) training, knowledge and military background was a perfect fit for our department.

After hundreds of man hours from Chief Perry, Dave, and the membership, along with stretching the previously mentioned budget, it came to fruition. Twelve thousand and five hundred (12,500) bricks were placed in intricate designs to layer the outside of the old building which gave it a brand-new look ... along with some new framing, drywall and lighting on the interior.

Just as we thought this fantastic new appearance was the end of our journey, Chief Perry and Dave came up with a Phase II plan of upgrades consisting of a brand new 60- x 80-foot, two-story structure to be built in a lot adjacent to our current building lot.

Chief Perry again went back to the drawing board and created hand-drawn blueprints to start the new construction. With yet more meetings set up with County Commissioners, he approached them with the Phase II plans accompanied with completed plans and photos from Phase I. After considerable efforts from the Chief, the County Commission has allotted funding for Phase II. As you can imagine, a building of this magnitude would need four to five times the allotted funds from the County Commission.

Deemed necessary to complete the project on a crunched budget yet again, the membership stepped up and will fill the void by donating their time to help with construction.

Our membership will be supervised by the vigilant eye of Dave Farmer, our General Contractor.

- Submitted by Cody Perry, Asst. Chief, RN-BSN, BSHA, MCCN All photos provided are from current or past members. Chapmanville FD owns and reserves all rights for use of these photos.

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Looking Back New Martinsville 2013

Nutter Fort 2018

On February 27, 2013, firefighters battled a residential structure fire on Locust Street, in New Martinsville.

-Photo courtesy of Amy Witschey

Nutter Fort firefighters battled this well involved structure fire on December 9th 2018 -Photo courtesy of Nutter Fort Fire

PATCHES

Wayne Fire Department

City of Saint Albans Fire Rescue

City of Wheeling Fire Department

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Berkeley Springs VC Hosts Class

Members of the Berkeley Springs Volunteer Company hosted a Squad/Rescue Engine familiarization class. Members of Great Cacapon Volunteer Fire Company and South Morgan Volunteer Fire Department where also in attendance.

- Photos courtesy of Berkely Springs Volunteer Fire Company

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Fast Work in Wheeling

On March 19, 2021 Wheeling Firefighters from A Platoon were dispatched to the 1000 block of Cherry Street recently for a reported structure fire. Downtown units arrived on scene and found a twostory wood frame and Duty Chief C-2 transmitted that the All Hands Working box alarm. Engine companies stretched two handlines in an aggressive interior attack, while Ladder 1 vented the roof

and Rescue 1 searched for occupants. Engine 2 radioed that the fire was knocked down, about five minutes after arrival. Companies continued to work and remained on the scene, but third-due Engine 10, was released back into service.

- Fire News photo by Andrew Cunningham

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ATLANTIC EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS ACQUIRES FINLEY FIRE EQUIPMENT Pierce Manufacturing Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK) company, announced today that Atlantic Emergency Solutions, Inc., has acquired Finley Fire Equipment Co. Inc., serving Ohio, Kentucky and West Virginia. The acquisition includes Finley Fire Equipment’s existing four service locations with plans to add five more in the next 12 to 24 months.

Atlantic has over 300 employees across 18 locations and supports seven states and the District of Columbia.

“For nearly 50 years, John Finley and his family have built an extraordinary legacy providing fire equipment and serving departments throughout Ohio, West Virginia, and Kentucky,” said Joe Pack, President and CEO of Atlantic Emergency Solutions. “This expansion represents a new era for Atlantic and our growing family of sales and service professionals.”

John K. Finley established Finley Fire Equipment in 1972. His son, John W. Finley, took over as President and CEO in 1999. “I am grateful for the foundation my father created, and incredibly proud of the relationships and trust our team has established with our customers over the years,” said Finley.”

With Atlantic Emergency Solutions’ expansion, an immediate focus on additional sales and service support in Ohio, Kentucky, and West Virginia includes:

• Strategic investments in additional locations across Ohio, Kentucky, and West Virginia (locations will be at least 10,000 sq. ft. outfitted with modern electric lifts, tools, and diagnostic systems) • Recruitment initiatives for EVT, ASE, and Cummins-certified technicians.

• Full-time sales teams (Fire, EMS, and equipment) to actively support departments.

• A full-time team responsible for Pierce field stock units at customer locations.

Atlantic Emergency Solutions currently offers a multi-state service network, largescale parts inventory, and a knowledgeable team known for their dedication to aroundthe-clock roadside assistance. To support growing demand, the dealership is actively looking to increase their service network from 18 to 26 locations across their region.

“It has been an honor to partner with the Finley family and the Finley Fire Equipment team since they became a devoted Pierce dealer in 1974,” said Jim Johnson, president of Pierce Manufacturing. (Pictured): Joe Pack of Atlantic Emergency Solutions and John Finley of Finley Fire Equipment shake hands.

To learn more about Atlantic Emergency Solutions territory expansion, visit www.atlanticemergency.com. For more information about Pierce’s expansive dealer network, visit www.piercemfg.com.

SUTPHEN CORPORATION SHATTERS INDUSTRY RECORD

SUTPHEN’S NEW INDUSTRIAL PUMPER IS THIRD-PARTY RATED AT A RECORD 6000 GPM FROM DRAFT Sutphen Corporation, the largest familyowned fire apparatus manufacturer in the nation, announced that its new Sutphen Industrial Solutions Pumper shattered the industry’s record with a third-party rating of 6,000 gallons per minute from draft.

While officially rated at 6,000 gallons per minute from draft, the industrial pumper is capable of flowing over 6,500 gallons per minute from draft with unmatched abilities to pump from a pressurized source.

“As we continue to innovate and build our industrial portfolio, this record-setting apparatus solidifies Sutphen as a leader in the industrial fire industry,” said Zach Rudy, Sutphen’s Director of Sales and Marketing.

“Between our renown pumpers and worldclass aerials, we provide our customers with the best options in the industrial fire market.”

Built on a Sutphen extreme-duty, Monarch

chassis, the 304-stainless-steel industrial body was manufactured for the extreme conditions found on an industrial fire ground.

Complete with a Double Thunder, Hale’s

6,000 gallon per minute midship pump, and a direct-inject foam system, the unit highlights Sutphen’s abilities to integrate innovation into every aspect of its trucks.

“We are proud to have participated in bringing this powerful, high-quality, heavyduty industrial pumper to the market,” said Jim Kirvida, leader of Sutphen Industrial Solutions. “Collaboration between our two like-minded engineering and manufacturing teams resulted in a record-breaking rating of 6000plus GPM, proving Sutphen a respected leader in the industrial fire market.”

Sutphen and its network of dealers are currently demonstrating the unit across the country while it awaits a buyer. The demonstration unit is available for an accelerated delivery.

For additional information regarding the Sutphen Industrial Solution pumper, follow this link: https://www.sutphen.com/ in-stock/demo-479-industrial-pumper/