The Timmins Fire Department has added a new, high-capacity aerial fire truck to its primary fleet, a purchase officials say will enhance emergency response capabilities within the city.
The department formally welcomed the new 104-foot Cobra platform truck during a ceremonial push-in event on Saturday morning. The event was attended by Mayor Michelle Boileau and Councillor Rock Whissell alongside members of the fire department.
Enhanced urban response
“This will be the primary response truck out of Station 1 for urban areas serviced by hydrant,” the city said on social media.
City officials said the truck is specifically intended to improve firefighting in the urban core as such the new apparatus is assigned the department’s primary fire hall located in the Mountjoy area.
Focus on high-rise, commercial fires
“This fleet upgrade will enhance Timmins Fire Department’s emergency response, especially to high-rise and large box store fires,” said the city.
Technical Capabilities
According to technical specifications from manufacturer Rosenbauer, the new truck is designed for a wide range of scenarios. The company states its Cobra platforms feature “SMART aerial technology for continuous function monitoring and enhanced safety” and are built with corrosion-resistant materials.
The 104 model has four aerial sections and a pump rated to move up to 2,000 gallons of water per minute. It can also carry up to 500 gallons of water in an onboard tank.
The city’s post highlighted the operational benefits of the new unit.
“The 104′ Cobra means faster set-up and more effective water delivery,” the city wrote.
The Timmins Fire Department provides service to the City of Timmins and several surrounding communities, including South Porcupine, Schumacher, Whitney and Connaught. It operates with a mix of career and volunteer firefighters out of the primary station in Mountjoy and six volunteer stations.