Texas | PeteMN - 1/17/2026 22:34
Fire trucks are a bit like tire trucks, both have critical tools/accessories that do wear out when used a lot. And both put on a lot more engine hours versus road miles compared to other vehicles. Driver/operator training and level of maintenance has always been important, probably even more important with newer fire trucks. When I see fire trucks driving to get groceries in the Twin Cities, it's a silly waste of resources despite the claims that it's necessary so firemen can respond immediately to a call. Seems like it would be smarter to set up an account with a grocery store and have the groceries delivered to the fire station rather than putting additional wear and tear on a very expensive fire truck.
Its a life style and a culture passed down by generations before us. Things i have learned #1,ask why we do this only1,time , #2 we have always done it this way.
My son is on shift 7 am ,yes they do it like we do.
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