Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has installed a new $470,000 state-of-the-art firefighting truck at Lithgow, in the state’s Central Tablelands, enhancing its emergency response and rescue capabilities in the local community.
The Compressed Air Foam System (CAFS) Class 2 Pumper enables firefighters to tackle structural, chemical, petrol and grass fires using up to five times less water than normal.
Best equipment and technology
The highly efficient system combines foam concentrate with compressed air to supply fire hoses
The highly efficient system combines foam concentrate with compressed air to supply fire hoses with superior ‘knock down’ capability, while reducing smoke from the fire.
Minister for Emergency Services, Jihad Dib, said the NSW Government is committed to providing firefighters with the best equipment and technology available to support their vital work in protecting life and property.
Innovative new truck
“This appliance is part of a rollout of new response vehicles across the state, ensuring our firefighters have the best resources available to manage all types of fires and other emergency incidents,” said Minister Dib.
FRNSW Commissioner, Jeremy Fewtrell, said the truck will improve emergency response for the local community and provide greater protection for residents.
“This innovative new truck will enable local firefighting crews to better assist their community at its times of need,” said FRNSW Commissioner, Jeremy Fewtrell.
