New Fire Rescue Boats Enhance Endicott Fire Department's Capabilities

On August 6, 2024, equipment upgrades were announced for the Endicott Fire Department.

According to a news release from the Office of Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo, the announcement along with officials of the Endicott Fire Department, unveiled new fire rescue boats.

The Rescue One Connector boat features flood lighting, nightlights, and a diver platform. The ProX boat is an inflatable boat. The two boats cost around $74,000, purchased with a larger $250.000 Assembly grant.

Other items purchased through the larger grant, include confined space rescue equipment, auto extrication “jaws of life” tools, elevator rescue equipment, and a complete set of structural firefighting turnout gear for each firefighter.

I am always focused on the health and safety of our community and on the brave first responders who put their own lives at risk. That’s why making sure they have the equipment they need is so important. Endicott needed new turnout gear and important rescue equipment, including the two boats we are debuting today. I cannot thank them enough for their service; hopefully, this new equipment will make their jobs a little easier. - Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo

The boats will be transported on a twin transport two-level boat trailer with scene lighting and electric lower capability for the upper level. The news release from Assemblywoman Lupardo notes that the Endicott Fire Department will have the option to deploy the upper boat without launching the lower boat, making water rescues safer and more efficient.

The Endicott Fire Department and Local 1280 members would like to thank Assemblywoman Lupardo for her continued support of emergency services in our area. This grant funding allows us to provide additional services to the residents, businesses, and visitors of the Village of Endicott, while also keeping our firefighters safe. With the Village bordering the Susquehanna River, these boats allow our on-duty crews to quickly respond to water emergencies, greatly increasing the possibility of positive outcomes” - Lieutenant Dave Abell, Endicott Fire Department

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