The city of Mesa, Arizona is now home to a groundbreaking new vehicle – the state’s first all-electric fire truck. This innovative truck is already on duty at Mesa’s Fire Station 221, marking a shift towards sustainability in emergency response.
Unlike traditional diesel-guzzling fire engines, this bright red truck runs entirely on battery power. That means zero emissions and less noise pollution when responding to emergencies. It’s a big step towards Mesa’s goal of being carbon neutral by 2050.
“It’s a more efficient technology, and shifting city vehicles from gas to electric is another step towards our climate goals,” said Mayor John Giles.
The high-tech truck can pump 750 gallons a minute for 4 straight hours on a single charge. That’s enough to sustain multiple fire hoses. The batteries can be fully juiced up again in around 3.5 hours back at the station.
Just as importantly, the electric engine means less diesel fumes for firefighters to breathe when out on calls. Fire Chief Mary Cameli said that anything improving firefighter health and safety is a priority. The truck was funded through city bonds and budgets.
As the first of its kind in Arizona, Mesa’s new zero-emission fire truck could inspire other cities to go electric with their emergency response fleets. The company that built it, E-ONE, said they are delighted Mesa chose their sustainable vehicle to support carbon neutral goals.
By rolling out an electric fire truck, Mesa is embracing innovation and eco-friendly technology for the future of emergency services. The truck proves that sustainability and safety can go hand-in-hand while responding to the community’s urgent needs.
