FFD was the fifth team in the state to obtain a Type 1 rating for Haz Mat and now has 2 Type 1 teams.
The Fresno City Fire Department has two new hazmat trucks, outfitted with the latest equipment and state of the art technology,that were funded through the Department of Homeland Security.
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Both the trucks and equipment were purchased with nearly $1 million in federal funds allocated by the state.
Monday morning the Director of California’s Office of Homeland Security, Matthew Bettenhousen, talked about how Fresno’s hazmat team has become a vital part in ensuring California is ready for an emergency.
In the last five years, the Fresno Fire Department’s hazmat team has grown from 27 to more than 60 trained technician-specialists.
The department is also in the process of training a second ten member team.
Fresno Fire Chief Randy Bruegman said Fresno’s hazmat teams are not only a resource for the Valley, but for the state and the nation as well. They can be sent to assist other teams, virtually anywhere.
West Coast 911 news tip from FF Tracy, Fresno City FD – Story by KSEE 24 News
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