Ladder Tower

Firefighters from several fire departments at work on a two-alarm house fire.

Firefighters also brought flat bread crates from a local deli for rescuers to lower into the bin and walk on.

Firefighter was injured after being struck by a master stream during an apartment fire.

Buildings in their area are getting taller, and this mid-mount platform will allow the department to have extra ladder reach.

Chicago firefighters at a residential structure fire.

Firefighters develop a certain bond with the ladder trucks.

Roll and slide out doors provide easy access to all equipment on the apparatus.

Keith Muratori video of a fire on North Avenue.

The new fire apparatus is an essential upgrade to the department’s fleet, supporting the need for greater maneuverability, enhanced response times, and expanded service capabilities.

Battalion Chief Rick Thomas talks about his department’s new tower.