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Here is some incredible video footage of a fire that destroyed the Familex and Barsalou factory January 21. NOTE: This video is over 3 hours in length.

Day 3 update: https://5280fire.com/https-5280fire-com-category-2026-incidents/denver-leetsdale-drive-5th-alarm-defensive-fire-day-3/

1 Firefighter injured during 5-alarm structure fire in building under construction. Denver Fire, Aurora Fire, & South Metro Fire among agencies on scene: https://www.denver7.com/news/front-range/denver/massive-fire-at-construction-site-for-new-apartments-took-up-a-complete-city-block-in-denver...

If memory serves me correctly, "Pipeline" terminology was eliminated back in 2017 after all non-specialty engine companies were equipped with LDH.

A 3+ hour video....

2nd fire in 4 days in buildings under construction. Recent fire: https://www.denver7.com/news/local-news/building-under-construction-catches-fire-in-aurora https://www.9news.com/article/news/local/large-fire-aurora/73-b6af8b7d-a9d8-496e-82f5-55b114cee87e?ref=exit-recirc...

Wow........$3,350,089.56 per rig for 9 rigs.

I believe that is a rotation stop. The outlet that the gated wye is attached to swivels.

Found this interesting video/slideshow on the Original Super Pumper:

As I recall, those Mack's were a lot lighter than the newer rigs. That may have some bearing on top speed.

I'm pretty sure that the original Super Pumper is now in a private museum, but does anyone know what happened with the Super Tender?

When you click on this link, after the page opens, click on "Ferarra Direct" at the top left of the page. The page will then display a selection of trucks. Click on the picture of the truck you wish to view, and enjoy.

I do believe that this is an informative post for the members who are interested.

THEMAJESTIRIUM1 video: The illuminated company number looks awesome.

Yes.