Fire station gets two new engines

Umina Fire Station has received the delivery of two new fire engines to enhance the Peninsula community's fire and emergency protection.

The vehicles, totalling $960,000, will provide local firefighters with modern and safe transport and equipment for their vital work, according to Member for Gosford Ms Marie Andrews.

"These new vehicles, which were delivered this month, are part of the largest roll-out of new and upgraded fire engines in the NSW Fire Brigades' history," Ms Andrews said.

One of the new engines is a $560,000 appliance, featuring a water pump that supplies up to 4000 litres of water a minute for firefighting operations and a foam system to fight chemical, petrol and bushfires.

The second new engine is a $400,000 tanker, designed and built for responding to a range of emergencies including building, bush and grass fires, as well as road accidents and chemical spills.

"The new tanker can pump 1900 litres of water a minute from its tank, which carries up to 2700 litres of water, and can also operate from hydrants.

It is also equipped with special fire fighting foam.

Ms Andrews said both new engines met the latest European emission standards and were a great investment in the safety of the local community.

NSW Fire Brigade commissioner Mr Greg Mullins said the new fire engine would further enhance Umina Fire Station's response capability to fires and other emergencies across the district.

"The 39 firefighters stationed at Umina responded to 610 fire and emergency calls in 2009-10," Mr Mullins said.

"Fire crews were also actively involved in educating the local community about fire safety, carrying out over 320 community safety activities over that year."

Press release, 27 Aug 2010 Marie Andrews, Member for Gosford