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Engine #43 The Type 1 Fire Engine is typically used for structural fires in populated areas it is equipped with a large water tank and a powerful pump. Its primary functions include pumping water from the on-board 650-gallon tank or a hydrant and carrying hoses to extinguish fires and tools for rescue and forcible entry, such as axes, saws, and ladders. |
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Medic #43 Medic vehicles are operated by firefighters who are also certified paramedics (or EMT) providing advanced life support and transport. They are often accompanied by the fire engine crew, who also offers medical aid, blending fire suppression with emergency medical services (EMS) for comprehensive, faster response.
PVFPD if the only fire agency in western Nevada County that provides Advanced Life Support Paramedics and an ambulance transport service. |
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Water Tender #43 The Type 1 Water Tender is a firefighting vehicle with a large water tank, designed to transport water to areas without hydrants or with limited water sources. An important fire fighting vehicle to have in the rural community like Penn Valley and Rough and Ready. The water tender holds 3,000 gallons. |