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Vitoria-Gasteiz City Council Enhances Firefighting Service with New Fire Engine

The new vehicle, with a budget of 450,000 euros, will improve response capabilities for fires in rural and forest environments.

A heavy-duty 4x4 fire engine parked on a muddy forest track in Euskadi, with green vegetation in the background.
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A heavy-duty 4x4 fire engine parked on a muddy forest track in Euskadi, with green vegetation in the background.

The Local Government Board has approved the procurement process for a new heavy forest fire engine for the Prevention, Extinction of Fires, and Rescue Service (SPEIS).

The Local Government Board has approved the procurement process for a new heavy forest fire engine for the Prevention, Extinction of Fires, and Rescue Service (SPEIS) in Vitoria-Gasteiz. The contract's budget amounts to 450,000 euros, including VAT, to replace one of the currently operational trucks and enhance the fire department's response capabilities for complex interventions in rural and forest areas, particularly for vegetation fires and operations in difficult-to-access terrain.
The new fire engine will feature all-wheel drive 4x4, a reduction gear, and differential locks, along with a raised chassis and all-terrain configuration. This will enable it to safely navigate forest tracks, muddy paths, or flooded areas. Consequently, the vehicle can also respond to situations arising from adverse weather phenomena, such as snow episodes or floods, as it will be equipped to incorporate snowplows and access areas with significant water accumulation.
The vehicle will also boast a substantial water pumping and storage capacity, featuring a 3,500-liter tank and a pump capable of delivering up to 3,000 liters per minute. These capabilities will allow for more autonomous and effective tackling of forest fires, especially in locations distant from hydrants or water supply points.
The new truck will also include specific self-protection systems to ensure the crew's safety during operations. Notably, these include an automatic sprinkler system to cool the cabin, wheels, and undercarriage if surrounded by flames, an electronic anti-rollover warning device, and a reinforced cabin protection cell. It will also be equipped with a high-capacity front winch, LED perimeter lighting, integrated communication systems, and specialized equipment for operations in forest and rural environments.
The contract stipulates that the vehicle must be delivered and operational by December 31, 2027, including specific training for the SPEIS personnel. This timeframe is standard for the manufacturing and equipping of a truck with these characteristics.

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