Squad 44 serves as our first out apparatus on medical and extrication calls. It also responds to auto accidents in the West end of Putnam County where there may be a need for extrication.  It also carries an air cascade system for refilling of breathing air cylinders as well as for filling extrication air bags.
Type: 1998 Chevrolet 4wd
Crew: 3 persons
Pump: 250 GPM           
Tank: 180 Gallons
Engine: Diesel
Transmission: 3 speed automatic
Preconnects:
100' 1-3/4" attack line
Some of the equipment on board:
10 gallons of AFFF
extrication power unit, spreaders, cutters, large and small ram spreaders, cribbing and other specialized equipment needed for extrication
Chain saws