The Prince Albert Fire Department rolled out its newest piece of life-saving equipment on Monday, officially welcoming Engine 13 to the city’s fleet. The custom-built fire truck replaces a 24-year-old engine that had reached the end of its operational life.

Mayor Bill Powalinski, members of city council, city staff, and the build team who oversaw the project joined firefighters at the Central Avenue fire hall for the ceremony. Media and members of the public gathered to watch the unveiling, which included speeches, a ceremonial key handover, and a first run for the new truck.

“This new engine is a significant investment in the safety of our community,” said Fire Chief Kris Olsen. “Having a custom-built unit like E14 allows us to meet the specific challenges we face in Prince Albert and e

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