Jones County--Johnson Volunteer Fire Department has a new addition, thanks to the Assistance to Firefighter Grant. The new tanker will benefit members of the Johnson community and allow firefighters to efficiently supply water to their engine, in the event the department is battling a large fire.
The new commercial tanker was built by Ferrara on a Freightliner Chassis and has a 3000 gallon tank capacity. The Assistance to Firefighter Grant for the new tanker was awarded to Johnson VFD in September, 2019. Johnson took delivery in late August, 2020, and the tanker is now in service and ready for call.
The new tanker is replacing an aging 1983 AM General tractor trailer.
Members of Johnson would like to thank all the Federal, State and local officials, Jones County Fire Council, and countless others who helped bring this valuable asset to Jones County and the Johnson community.