The Parsons Fire Department received a large gift in the form of a new response vehicle. The vehicle, which was funded through the Southeast Kansas Regional Homeland Security Council, is valued at nearly $83,000.
The Ford F550 is an All Hazards Response Vehicle and will contain various types of rescue equipment that can be used in the 11-countyHomeland Security Region.
"The Southeast Region will have 72 trained personnel to offer support in times of disaster," said Parsons Fire Chief, Larry Steeby.
The All Hazards Response Unit is still being outfitted with equipment and should be ready for use in early 2009.
