The Clarendon Fire Department recently purchased five Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) at a cost of $18,605, and helped a neighboring fire department in the process.
The new equipment was purchased thanks to donations from local supporters and a grant awarded through the Texas Forest Service Rural Fire Department Assistance Program. The new SCBA units will replace five aging SCBA that the department has had in service for over 25 years.
SCBA is used by firemen to supply them with fresh breathing air when entering a hazardous environment.
The older SCBA, which still have a lot of use left in them, were donated to the Howardwick Fire Department.
The Clarendon Fire Department also recently honored one of their own. On March 14, department members made a surprise visit to the home of recently retired Clarendon Firefighter David Pitts to award him with a plaque honoring him for his 26 years of service to the Department.
David joined the Department in 1984 as a firefighter and was elected to the position of Secretary-Treasurer in 1985. During his time as secretary-treasurer, David applied for and secured many grants that assisted the Department with things including training, firefighter gear, station upkeep and apparatus just to mention a few.
Fire Chief Jeremy Powell said his department is very grateful for David’s service and dedication.
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