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Fire Engine

A fire engine is a special truck that helps firefighters put out fires. It has a big red body, loud sirens, and carries lots of water to spray on fires to make them go out.

Appearance

The Fire Engine is a large, sturdy vehicle, usually bright red, with flashing emergency lights and a loud siren. It often features a prominent extendable ladder, long hoses, and various compartments for tools, making it instantly recognizable.

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Fire Engine

Interesting facts

A typical fire engine can carry enough water to fill over 100 bathtubs!

Firefighters aim to leave the station within 90 seconds of an alarm ringing!

Its powerful pump can push water over a mile through hoses if needed!

There are special 'airport crash tenders' that spray foam, not water, for aircraft fires!

Special abilities

Fire Engine has a powerful water pump system that lets it spray thousands of liters of water per minute to extinguish large fires.

Fire Engine is equipped with thermal imaging cameras that let firefighters see through smoke to find people and hidden hot spots.

Fire Engine has an extendable aerial ladder that lets it reach high windows or rooftops for rescues and spraying water from above.

Fire Engine carries specialized hydraulic tools, like the 'Jaws of Life,' that let rescuers cut through metal to free trapped people.

Measurements & details

Length: 10 m
Weight: 20000 kg
Top Speed: 110 km/h
Fuel Type: Diesel
Passenger Capacity: 6

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