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St. Joseph Fire Department Welcomes Advanced New Ladder Truck

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 6:17 AM

The St. Joseph Fire Department officially placed its new Ladder 5 fire truck into service on Tuesday following a traditional push-in ceremony with the community. Replacing a 25-year-old model, the upgraded vehicle features advanced stability controls, a 100-foot tower ladder, and a high-capacity pump capable of delivering 2,000 gallons of water per minute. Fire officials…

The St. Joseph Fire Department officially placed its new Ladder 5 fire truck into service on Tuesday following a traditional push-in ceremony with the community. Replacing a 25-year-old model, the upgraded vehicle features advanced stability controls, a 100-foot tower ladder, and a high-capacity pump capable of delivering 2,000 gallons of water per minute. Fire officials state these technological improvements will enhance crew safety and provide more effective water delivery during large-scale emergencies over the truck’s expected 25-year lifespan.

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