Canton Welcomes Shiny, Red Rescue Truck To Fleet

CANTON, CT — Obviously, no Canton residents ever want to require the services of the Town of Canton Fire & EMS Department.

But Friday, the town's firefighting organization unveiled a new rescue truck that should provide the latest, state-of-the-art care if needed.

Rescue 5 was previously served by a truck that dated back to 1999, so it was a long time coming for local firefighters.

Friday, the department posted images inside and out of the vehicle, which is shiny and red (as it should be).

The department thanks Cheshire-based Northeastern Fire Associates, which is the company hired to produce and deliver the vehicle that was incorporated into the local fleet last week.

" A big thank you goes out to our apparatus committee for the countless hours of dedication and @northeasternfire for exceeding our expectations in building this truck.," wrote the Town of Canton Fire & EMS Department.

"We are excited to have this apparatus in service, and hope it serves the town of Canton and the Farmington Valley for years to come."