New ambulance for Elgin (more)

From the Fire Service, Inc. Facebook page:

The Elgin, IL Fire Department has just finished their final inspection on their newest Wheeled Coach Type 1 F450 ambulance. This marks the 14th unit that Elgin has recei

New ambulance for Elgin (more)

From the Fire Service, Inc. Facebook page:

The Elgin, IL Fire Department has just finished their final inspection on their newest Wheeled Coach Type 1 F450 ambulance. This marks the 14th unit that Elgin has acqui

Batavia considers putting ESDA under fire chief

The *Daily Herald* recently published an article discussing a proposal by a Batavia city councilman to place the Emergency Services and Disaster Agency (ESDA) under the jurisdiction of the fire department. The idea was put forward by a city council committee, suggesting that the fire chief shou

Batavia considers putting ESDA under fire chief

The *Daily Herald* recently published an article discussing a proposal by a Batavia city council member to place the Emergency Services and Disaster Agency (ESDA) under the jurisdiction of the fire department. The idea was put forward by a city council committee, suggesting that the fire chief

How Ice Scrapers Can Damage Your Car

In New England, snow and icy conditions can last for several months each year. If you park your car outside during the winter, removing the buildup often means brushing and scraping away layers of hardened ice and snow that cling to your windows. Even as spring approaches, early morning frost c

Are You Dealing With a Flood-Damaged Car?

When a flood sweeps through, the damage to homes and businesses is often the first thing people think of. However, vehicles are also heavily impacted. For example, during Hurricane Harvey in 2017, over 500,000 cars were reportedly damaged by floodwaters. These vehicles can suffer from severe an

How Temperature Affects Tires

**How Temperature Affects Your Tires** The United States experiences a wide range of climates, from the freezing winters in the northern regions to the scorching summers in the South. In places like Texas or Florida, summer heat can be intense and humid, while in the Pacific Northwest, it's of