Even if they service the out of service apparatus asap, we cant fix them fast enough because as soon as they are repaired they have to start navigating Somerville streets again, leading to more damage.

Somerville Firefighters Local 76 reports that Ladder 3 is currently out of service due to mechanical issues. We are once again relying on a borrowed apparatus from Medford.

This marks the sixth apparatus taken out of service in recent months, largely due to poor road conditions, current landscape of the city, and the strain they place on our fleet.

This ongoing issue poses serious safety risks to our firefighters and the residents of Somerville. Immediate attention is needed to ensure reliable emergency response