Monday, 19 November 2007 21:37

The Zion Crossroads Volunteer Fire Department has completed preliminary paperwork with Keplinger Repair Service, Inc of Winchester, Virginia on a new 2008 Smeal Sirius Custom Rescue Pumper . This new engine will be called Engine 7-1 and will replace Wagon 7 as the primary apparatus that responds to motor vehicle accidents and vehicle fires.

Engine 7-1 will feature new heavy rescue tools, seating for 6 firefighters, a 750 gallon water tank and a 30 gallon foam tank, quick-access rollup doors, hydraulic ladder rack and will be EMS equipped with Basic Life Support capabilities.

Engine 7-1 is expected to be delivered by May 15th, 2008 and should be in service shortly after.