September 27, 2008

The Box is on the Chassis

At this point in the construction, it seems that every update brings amazing progress with the new Rescue. This week's update brought some of the most noticeable progress yet as the box was finally mounted on the chassis. In addition to the box being mounted, there has also been much more accomplished over the past […]

New Equipment for Rescue 76

Recently WHFR aquired some new equipment to help advance our capability and rescue efforts. Most of this new equipment is intended for service in the new Rescue 76 upon its arrival, however some has been put into service on the current Rescue. As you can see we're making some additions and upgrades to our Hurst […]

Ranger 76 Arrives

The Members of WHFR welcomed the arrival of our 2008 Polaris Ranger ATV prior to our open house recently. The Ranger will be used as a support piece for Environmental Rescues, Brush Fires, Water Rescues, and where ever else we might see a need for it. The unit has seating for six personnel, or 5 […]

September 13, 2008

New Rescue 76 Progresses Even Further

It's amazing to see the progress being made on the box with each update from SVI.  The Rescue is now entering its final stages.  In this update you can see the progress made from last week: the black and white chevron striping on the back, installation of lights, compartment shelving, water tank, hydraulic reels for the […]

New Rescue 76 Gets Some Paint

Recently the box for the New Rescue 76 went through the paint booth at SVI in Colorado. The box came out of the booth as a brilliant white with the insides of the compartment covered in a gray protective material called zolotone.  Now that the box and chassis are painted, its becoming easier to visualize what the […]

West Hempfield Fire & Rescue, P.O. Box 1, Silver Spring, PA 17575, Phone 717-285-4929
© 2007-2008 West Hempfield Fire & Rescue