Maritime fleets are a necessity for jurisdictions with water access, and Anne Arundel is welcoming a new addition to their first responder capacity, particularly for emergencies on the water.
The Anne Arundel County Fire Department officially welcomed the newest addition to its maritime fleet with the first of two state-of-the-art 50-foot Defiant NXT Fireboats yesterday at Sandy Point State Park. Representatives from the manufacturer recently delivered the first fireboat via waterways from Louisiana to Maryland. This powerful and versatile vessel is set to significantly enhance the county’s ability to respond to emergencies on the water for their own residents and neighboring jurisdictions.
From the press release:
The new fireboat will go into service once it can be properly outfitted with emergency equipment and crews are trained. The training is scheduled to begin this month and last through September. Once completed, the vessel will replace the current Lady Anne Fire Boat at Station #19, which responds out of Sandy Point State Park.
The Anne Arundel County Fire Department is committed to proactive measures to ensure the safety and well-being of all who live in and visit the county. The addition of these two new vessels will strengthen that commitment.
