London Fire Brigade Appliances
The London Fire Brigade, one of the largest fire and rescue services in the world, operates a large and diverse fleet of appliances, all carrying a variety of specialised equipment and apparatus for use in firefighting and rescue operations.
Read more about London Fire Brigade Appliances: Dual-purpose Ladder, Aerial Appliances, Fire Rescue Unit, Command Support Unit, Fire Investigation Unit, Operational Support Unit, Bulk Foam Unit, Hose Layer Unit, Incident Response Unit, High-volume Pumping Unit, Urban Search and Rescue, Scientific Support Unit, Heavy Distribution Unit, All-terrain Unit, Instant Response Vehicle, Fireboat, Summary of Operational Appliances
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