Fairhaven Fire Department’s Engine 2, a custom-designed 2023 E-One Typhoon top-mount pumper, is officially in service as of October, 2023, replacing a 1983 Ford 8000 Ranger. Photo courtesy of the Fairhaven Fire Department.
Press Release
The Fairhaven Fire Department announces our new Engine 2 has been delivered and officially placed into service. This new Engine will replace a 1983 Open Cab Ford 8000 Ranger.
Our department’s apparatus working group, led by Lt. Josh Benoit, designed this American-made 2023 E-One Typhoon top-mount pumper. The apparatus has been custom-designed for the Town of Fairhaven to handle the many hazards we respond to daily.
Fairhaven Fire Department’s Engine 2, a custom-designed 2023 E-One Typhoon top-mount pumper, is officially in service as of October, 2023, replacing a 1983 Ford 8000 Ranger. Photo courtesy of the Fairhaven Fire Department.
The new Engine 2 is in the process of being certified as a Class V Ambulance. This certification will enable the crew to provide advanced life support to our citizens while awaiting a mutual-aid ambulance. In addition to fire suppression and Advanced Life Support services, Engine 2 is equipped for hazardous materials, oil spills, technical rescue, and natural disaster responses.
The total cost of Engine 2 is $632,000.00. The Fairhaven Fire Department applied for and was awarded a FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG). This grant, funded by the Department of Homeland Security, covered 94% of the vehicle costs, relieving local taxpayers of the burden. We also would like to thank Congressman Bill Keating, who continues to fight annually for the FEMA/AFG grant and the needs of the fire service.
The Fairhaven Fire Department would like to thank Greenwood Emergency Vehicles out of North Attleboro, E-One Emergency Vehicles, the Town of Fairhaven administrators, the Finance Committee, and Town Meeting Members for their support during this endeavor.
Fairhaven Fire Department’s Engine 2, a custom-designed 2023 E-One Typhoon top-mount pumper, is officially in service as of October, 2023, replacing a 1983 Ford 8000 Ranger. Photo courtesy of the Fairhaven Fire Department.
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