Old Armstrong Spallumcheen fire truck set to see new life in Guatemala

An old firetruck no longer in service at the Armstrong Spallumcheen Fire Department is about to get a second chance in the Republic of Guatemala, thanks to a generous donation.

“This donation will help provide greater fire protection to a developing country, potentially saving both lives and property,” said Ian Cummings, Armstrong Spallumcheen Fire Chief.

In 2019, the 1990 Pierce Tele-Squirt Aerial fire apparatus was replaced due to the Fire Underwriter age restrictions. As a result, the ladder truck had minimal value in North America.

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“The Pierce Tele-Squirt Aerial fire truck has served both of our communities well for many years. We are glad to see a country, such as Guatemala, greatly benefit from this donation,” says Joe Cramer, Armstrong mayor.

The truck will be delivered by AMEDICAusa Inc., a U.S.-based international nonprofit that provides medical, educational and disaster relief aid in Guatemala and Central America.

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“To know that we can provide support to another community and region in another area of the world gives us great pride,” said Christine Fraser, mayor of Spallumcheen.

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“It’s a big job to be elected officials in two communities who are voted in to represent our residents,” Fraser said. “That we can be in a position to donate such integral infrastructure in another country is fantastic.”