New home for Wilmette tower ladder

Wilmette Fire Department's Tower Ladder 27 has found a new home with the Stuart Fire Department in Stuart, Iowa, where it now operates as Tower Ladder 23. This transfer marks an exciting new chapter for both departments, as the apparatus continues to serve communities with its reliable performance and long-standing legacy.

Wilmette FD Tower Ladder 27

Wilmette FD Tower Ladder 27

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Members of the Stuart Fire Department (IA) with members of the Wilmette Fire Department

Stuart FD Tower Ladder 23

Former Wilmette FD Tower Ladder 27 is now Stuart FD Tower Ladder 23 in Iowa.

Wilmette FD Tower Ladder 27

Larry Shapiro photo

This move highlights the importance of equipment sharing between fire departments across the country, especially when budget constraints make it difficult to purchase new apparatus. The Stuart Fire Department was able to acquire a well-maintained tower ladder at a reasonable cost, while Wilmette FD was able to retire the unit after many years of service. It's a win-win situation that reflects the spirit of cooperation and mutual support within the emergency services community.

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