Rising costs of firetrucks are putting strain on Hoosier Fire Departments

Canadian tariffs could increase cost of Maine fire trucks

SURRY — President Trump’s sweeping tariffs and subsequent pause and partial resumptions have elicited considerable concern and confusion for Maine fire departments under contract for new fire trucks whose assembly involves trade with Canada.

Rising costs of firetrucks are putting strain on Hoosier Fire Departments

CARMEL, IN Fire departments across Indiana are grappling with skyrocketing costs for emergency vehicles, creating significant challenges for fire chiefs across the state. As prices for fire trucks and ambulances continue to rise, officials warn that the increased financial burden could impact response times and community safety. Carmel Fire Chief Joel Thacker highlighted the dramatic escalation in costs, noting that a fire truck purchased in 200…

Selectboard Meeting Notes – Fire Department Suggests Hiring More Staff To Lower Costs; No Major Changes To Safety Budgets

The Brattleboro Selectboard continued their month of many meetings with a discussion of potential service reductions in public safety. It was a long meeting, mostly because the police and fire departments were given hours to speak of the value they provide to the town. After that, the public spoke about how much they valued the police and fire departments.   In the end, no changes will happen and the town may end up hiring more fire department s…