A $400,000 state-of-the-art fire truck has been delivered to a Sunshine Coast rural fire brigade.
The Isuzu dual-cab medium attack vehicle, equipped with advanced crew-protection measures, was handed to the Bli Bli and District Rural Fire Brigade on February 6.
The new appliance is operational and ready to respond to incidents and conduct mitigation activities around Bli Bli and across the wider Sunshine Coast and hinterland.
Rural Fire Service Queensland South Eastern Region deputy chief officer John Welke acknowledged the importance of the new appliance in enabling the Bli Bli brigade to continue its vital work in the community.
“The Bli Bli and District Rural Fire Brigade has a proud history of serving its community and this new appliance will ensure they can continue to provide essential support when it is needed most,” he said.
“The vehicle’s advanced capabilities will ensure the brigade can continue to deliver exceptional service to the people of Bli Bli and surrounding areas.”
Minister for Police and Emergency Services and Member for Ninderry Dan Purdie said volunteer firefighters played a vital role in keeping people safe.
“Our rural firefighters go above and beyond for this community and this new appliance gives them the modern, reliable equipment they need to do their job with confidence and capability,” he said.
Minister for Fire, Disaster Recovery and Volunteers Ann Leahy also heralded the investment.
“Our Rural Fire Service Queensland volunteers are the backbone of community safety during bushfire emergencies and this investment highlights our government’s dedication to backing them with the equipment they need,” she said.
