09/28/2026
🚒 Apparatus of the Week!
This week, Station 90’s Squad has been selected as our Apparatus of the Week! Below is the original post from Station 90 about putting this rig into service. ⬇️
Ford City, PA — Ford City Hose Co. #1 is proud to announce that a new squad vehicle officially entered service on July 1, 2025. The 2024 Dodge Ram 2500 is now actively responding to emergency calls, enhancing the department’s ability to provide fast and flexible EMS support, fire suppression, and light rescue operations.
The new vehicle is specially outfitted with a slide-out tray system in the truck bed for quicker access to critical equipment, along with custom-built side storage compartments to maximize space and efficiency. Designed to carry additional personnel and gear to emergency scenes, this truck significantly boosts the department’s response capabilities.
“This squad fills an essential gap in our fleet by giving us greater versatility,” said Chief Chris Jogan. “Whether it’s a medical emergency, a brush fire, or a support role on a larger call, this unit is built to get us there faster and better equipped.”
Notably, the entire cost of the vehicle and its outfitting was covered by community fundraisers, without any outside grants or government funding. Ford City Hose Co. No. 1 extends its deepest thanks to residents and supporters whose donations and participation made this addition possible.
“Your community support has always been very helpful in our primary and mutual response area. The funds raised gives us the abilities to survive when many fire departments are dwindling to due to lack of volunteers” said Tyson Klukan, President of the department.
