Retired Rigs: 1 & 2
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Station 71 with 2008 apparatus
Former Engine 1 - 1993 Pierce Dash Pumper - 1500gpm/500gal
Former Engine 1 - 1993 Pierce Dash Pumper - 1500gpm/500gal
Reserve Engine - 1981 Mack CF Pumper - 1000gpm/750gal
Rescue 7131 - 1991 Kenworth T1000/Saulsbury Walk-in Heavy Rescue
Due to it's top-mounted exhaust stack, Rescue 1 requires a unique setup to keep fumes out of the firehouse. As the rig is backed in, it must line up with these flexible channels that run the length of the bay and remove exhaust fumes through hoses and fans connected in the back. Ironically, this system was discontinued in 2007 after it was determined that the narrowed exhaust tips restricted the exhaust flow and created engine issues.
Engine 7 - 1994 Pierce Dash Pumper - 1500gpm/1000gal
Engine 7 is second due for Fire and Rescue calls including the portions of US-30. It has a twin at Merrillville Engine 1.
Engine 7 - 1994 Pierce Dash Pumper - 1500gpm/1000gal
Engine 7 is second due for Fire and Rescue calls including the portions of US-30. It has a twin at Merrillville Engine 1.
Rescue 2 - 2001 Ford F-450/Warner Light Rescue
Rescue 2 - 2001 Ford F-450/Warner Light Rescue
Rescue 2 is first due for EMS, rescue and extrication calls from Station 2.
Grass 2 - 1981 Chevy K-30/2000 Aluma Body/FD Custom Brush Unit
This rig previously served as a light rescue truck. When the new rescue arrived, it went to the Special Services company. In 2005 when SS received their Hazmat, the truck was returned the 2's and the chassis was converted to use as a brush truck.
Former Merrillville Fire Station 1 - W. 73rd Avenue
The department's original firehouse is located immediately west of their current station 71. It is home the the trustees office and has garages in the back that have held a wide variety of township vehicles and even the department's former Hazmat apparatus.