In January 2019, Townsite of Redwood Meadows council approved the purchase of a new fire pumper, using provincial MSI grant funds, to replace a 43 year old pumper that had served RMES well since 1997. This old pumper had previously been on the roster of the Calgary fire department.
The new custom pumper, built in Winnipeg by Fort Garry Fire Trucks, was delivered almost one year to the day of it being ordered. The truck introduces a number of different design features, carefully thought out by our members, which will improve how RMES fights fires. The fire pump has been increased in size over our current pumper that will allow it to pump more volume of water. Water discharge lines are colour- coded, along with the nozzles and hoses to allow firefighters to identify lines and communicate where water is needed more seamlessly. There is a front water intake that will allow for operations in tighter spaces. A light tower will improve safety, providing light during night operations and medical equipment will be stored inside the cab of the truck instead of in outside compartments.
This truck will serve the communities of Redwood Meadows and our neighbours in Tsuut’ina Nation, Bragg Creek, Rocky View County and Kananaskis. The truck will be showcased to the community once it has been placed into service and the weather is a bit more welcoming (hopefully).
The new pumper arrived late in January and is being equipped and licensed, concurrently members are receiving training prior to it being put into service.
