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Fire truck shortages leave some communities waiting longer for emergency response

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In some communities, fire crews are delayed -- not by distance, but by a lack of equipment. Higher costs and supply chain issues means some departments have to wait years for new trucks.

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Fire truck shortages leave some communities waiting longer for emergency response

In some communities, fire crews are delayed -- not by distance, but by a lack of equipment. Higher costs and supply chain issues means some departments have to wait years for new trucks.

·Washington, United States
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npr broke the news in Washington, United States on Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
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