Yonkers Fire Department Blesses Six New Pumper Trucks at Ceremony
Photo Courtesy: Maurice Mercado/City of Yonkers
View/Watch video of Mayor Spano’s Remarks and B-Roll of the New Pumper Trucks
Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano today joined Yonkers Fire Commissioner William Fitzpatrick and members of the Yonkers Fire Department to bless six new pumper trucks now available for full operation. The arrival of the new pumper trucks is the single largest delivery since 2005.
“Our primary mission and priority is the safety of our firefighters,” said Mayor Spano. “We want to ensure we have the right equipment for firefighters who go out there and put their lives on the line for us. This is an investment in life-saving.”
Under Mayor Spano’s Administration, the City of Yonkers has secured 29 new ladder trucks, pumpers, and battalions.
Yonkers Fire Commissioner William Fitzpatrick said, “These six new pumpers are a big step in upgrading our fleet – there is a national shortage of fire apparatus and extended delivery times – our team lead by Chief Mahoskey was able to put this altogether in six months which is unparalleled in the fire service – great job by all involved.”
The six new pumper trucks were manufactured by US Fire Apparatus in Louisiana. These units will be responsible for fire suppression and first response to any medical emergencies. Before full-service operation, the trucks were extensively tested on all firefighting components, including radio programming and road testing around Yonkers’ hilly terrain.
“This would not have happened without the support of the City Council,” added Mayor Spano. “The City Council is fair and they are willing to spend the dollars that it takes to keep our firefighters safe and our residents safe.”
Yonkers City Council President Lakisha Collins-Bellamy said, “I am pleased the Mayor and Fire Department were able to procure six new pumper trucks while most departments throughout the country are facing extended delivery delays. I proudly supported this capital investment and remain committed to keeping the residents of our growing city safe.”
The blessing of the apparatus is a longstanding Fire Department tradition honoring the risk of the job, the people who serve, and the Yonkers Fire Department’s mission of protecting life and property.