Karl Klotz, Steve Redick, and Larry Shapiro recently visited all five stations of the McHenry Township Fire Protection District to review and update their apparatus. Alongside the addition of new equipment, the department is also in the process of renumbering its vehicles as part of a broader modernization effort.
During the visit, several units were photographed, including three ambulances, two engines, two tenders, and a newly acquired boat. The changes reflect a significant upgrade in resources across the district.
McHenry has transitioned from having just one tender to now operating with three, with each station except the downtown one equipped with one. The new twin tenders, each holding 3,500 gallons of water and featuring a 500-GPM pump, were constructed by US Tanker on 2013 IHC 7500 chassis with extended cabs. Tender 1272 is stationed at Station 2, while Tender 1274 is located at Station 4.
In terms of engine upgrades, two new Pierce Impel XM models have been introduced, replacing the previous Velocity chassis. These are now assigned to Stations 1 and 3 as Engine 41 and Engine 43, respectively. Engine 44 at Station 4 was previously known as Engine 10 at Station 1. Two more engines are currently on order, with each expected to arrive six months apart.
The ambulance fleet has also seen recent additions. A 2013 Osage Type I is now serving as Ambulance 54 at Station 4, while a 2012 AEV Type I operates as Ambulance 51 at Station 1. Ambulance 52, a 2010 Osage Type I, was added to Station 2 since the last visit.
Additionally, Boat 1292, a 24-foot rigid-hull vessel built by Clark Boats in 2013, is now stationed at Station 2. This marks an important step in enhancing the district’s water-based emergency response capabilities.
Overall, the McHenry Township FPD continues to evolve, investing in new technology and equipment to better serve the community.
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