P93ERS
Water Carrier
DESCRIPTION
P93 ERS is a former Grampian Fire and Rescue Service Water carrier, built by Whale Tankers on a Scania 94D-220 chassis. With a substantial capacity of 7500 litres, it provides a vital water supply for firefighting operations in areas with limited hydrant access. Lacking built-in pumping capabilities, it carries an inflatable dam with a capacity of 9500 litres. Water is emptied into the dam and pumped out by other appliances on the scene. It is one of only five water carriers currently operated by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service.
The vehicle is based at Turriff Fire Station and operates on a retained duty system.
History
(530) 1998: Appliance is newly allocated to Huntly fire station.
(680) 2002: Appliance is re-allocated to Turriff fire station.
(R49W6) 2016: Following the 2013 amalgamation of all eight Scottish fire and rescue services the appliance callsign is updated to a national standard.
