Local News
- Cost rises to $20 million as containment grows on Central California’s Dome Fire
- VIDEO: Search underway for person after Alameda building fire
- Cal Fire adds investigators, increases arson arrests in Northern California
- 1 dead, 2 seriously injured after fishing boat hits rocks under Golden Gate Bridge
- Region: Floriston Fire burning near road at CA-NV border prompts evacuation warnings, sheriff says
National News
- VIDEO: Fire tears through apartment building in New York
- ‘Feels like a dream’: Missouri firefighter surprised with Super Bowl tickets before Chiefs game
- Man safely rescued after climbing Illinois radio tower, yelling and refusing to come down
- VIDEOS: Four hospitalized after suspected mass overdose outside Texas bar
- Fire and rescue in Florida debuts new rip current simulator that will help train for ocean rescues
OSFM Report – October 2014
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Spartan Recalls Gladiator, MetroStar Fire Trucks
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Spartan Recalls Gladiator, MetroStar Fire Trucks
The software controlling the pressure governor or hand throttle might cause an engine surge. This in turn could trigger a water pressure surge at the end of a fire hose, increasing the risk of personal injury to firefighters, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported.
The recall covers fire trucks manufactured from June 15, 2011, to Jan. 14 of this year.
To remedy the problem, Spartan dealers will install a software update free of charge. The recall is expected to begin this month.
Vehicle owners can reach Spartan customer service at 1-517-543-6400. Spartan’s number for this recall is 14013.
Assistance to Firefighters Grants
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