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  • N403XRS | ChasingBlues

    N403XRS Prime Mover DESCRIPTION N403 XRS was a former Grampian Fire and Rescue Service Prime Mover manufactured by Multi Lift on a Scania 93M-220 chassis. The prime mover was last stationed at Huntly Fire Station and was operated on a retained duty basis before being auctioned off in 2024. History (975) 1998: Appliance is newly allocated to Altens fire station. (374) 2001: Appliance is re-allocated to Elgin fire station. (954) 2004: Appliance is re-allocated to Stonehaven fire station. (364) 2006: Appliance is re-allocated to Elgin fire station. (N/A) 2007/8: Appliance becomes a reserve appliance. (R47T6) 2017: Appliance is re-allocated to Huntly Fire Station, Following the 2013 amalgamation of all eight Scottish fire and rescue services the appliance callsign is updated to a national standard. (N/A) 2024: Appliance is auctioned off. YOUR PICS Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

  • KV65SZX | ChasingBlues

    KV65SZX Rescue Pump DESCRIPTION KV65 SZX is a Scottish Fire and Rescue Service Rescue Pump manufactured by EmergencyOne on a Volvo FL chassis. Designed for versatility, the appliance is equipped to handle a wide range of incidents, including fires, road traffic collisions, and rescues. The vehicle is stationed at Maud Fire Station and is operated on a retained-duty basis. History (711) 2016: Appliance is newly allocated to Peterhead fire station. (R02P1) 2016: Following the 2013 amalgamation of all eight Scottish fire and rescue services the appliance callsign is updated to a national standard. (R02P6) 2022: Appliance is re-allocated to the retained crew. (R28P6) 2025: Appliance is re-allocated to Maud Fire Station. YOUR PICS Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

  • SV54DWY | ChasingBlues

    SV54DWY Prime Mover DESCRIPTION SV54 DWY is a former Grampian Fire and Rescue Service prime mover, built by Multi Lift on a Scania 94D-230 chassis. The vehicle utilises a hooklift system to equip any of the station's four modules, the station houses the following: Bulk Foam Unit (Q03S1) - Carries a variety of foam and ancilliary equipment to support foam-based firefighting. Damage Control Unit (Q03S3) - Provides tools and equipment for controlling and mitigating damage during incidents, primarily used post-flooding. Forestry (Q03G1) - Transports a Polaris 4x4 All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) to respond to forest and woodland incident. Environmental Protection Unit (Q03S2) - Transports a variety of tools to prevent potentially hazardous substances from harming the local environment. Stationed at Altens Fire Station, the vehicle operates on a wholetime basis. History (704) 2005: Appliance is newly allocated to Fraserburgh fire station. (374) 2008: Appliance is re-allocated to Elgin fire station. (974) 2010: Appliance is re-allocated to Altens fire station. (Q03T1) 2016: Following the 2013 amalgamation of all eight Scottish fire and rescue services the appliance callsign is updated to a national standard. YOUR PICS Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

  • North Anderson Drive | ChasingBlues

    North Anderson Drive North Anderson Drive Fire Station is a former Grampian Fire and Rescue Service station situated in Aberdeen City. The station has four bays and operates on a wholetime basis. North Anderson Drive's crews are trained in Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) techniques to crew the Major Incident Unit (MIU). The MIU is deployed to incidents such as collapsed structures, trench collapses, and mine rescues, where specialist equipment and skills are needed. The MIU can also be mobilized for complex incidents involving heavy goods vehicles, aircraft, or rail infrastructure within urban environments. North Anderson Drive is responsible for the Detection, Identification, and Monitoring (DIM) Unit, which serves as a mobile laboratory at serious Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) incidents. The DIM Unit supports a variety of emergencies, including flooding, hazardous materials (HAZMAT), Urban Search and Rescue, and Mass Decontamination operations. Equipped to identify unknown substances at incidents, the vehicle is maintained and transported by the station's crews but operated on scene by specialist flexi-duty officers (FDO). North Anderson Drive is equipped with Level 2 Safe Working at Height (SWAH) capabilities. This level allows SWAH operators to perform basic rope access to reach individuals during a rescue, but not to carry out full extrication from height. Rescues requiring more advanced rope techniques are handled by Level 3+ operators, typically provided by Altens in North Anderson Drive's case. APPLIANCES Q01P1: Rescue Pump Ladder (SY19AAN) Q01P2: Rescue Pump Ladder (SY19AAO) Q01U1: Major Incident Unit (SV53CNO) Q01H1: Detection, Identification, Monitoring (MX58FHT) Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

  • SV09BPK | ChasingBlues

    SV09BPK Water Ladder DESCRIPTION SV07 AFE is a former Grampian Fire and Rescue Service water ladder, built by EmergencyOne on a Scania P230 chassis. Designed for versatility, the appliance is equipped to handle a wide range of incidents, including fires, road traffic collisions, and rescues. Stationed at Insch Fire Station, the appliance operates on a retained-duty basis. History (961) 2009: Appliance is newly allocated to Central fire station. (711) 2012: Appliance is relocated to Peterhead fire station. (R02P1) 2016: Following the 2013 amalgamation of all eight Scottish fire and rescue services the appliance callsign is updated to a national standard. (R50P6) 2016: Appliance is relocated to Insch fire station. YOUR PICS Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

  • SV16KDJ | ChasingBlues

    SV16KDJ Water Rescue Unit DESCRIPTION SV16 KDJ is a Scottish Fire and Rescue Service Water Rescue Unit (WRU), built by Carmichael on a Mercedes Sprinter 4x4 chassis. The vehicle is equipped with Level 3 water rescue equipment and trailers a rigid inflatable boat (RIB), which operates under the callsign R01B1. The RIB is designed for swift deployment in water rescue situations. Stationed at Elgin Fire Station, the vehicle operates on a wholetime basis. History (R01S1) 2017: Appliance is newly allocated to Elgin fire station. YOUR PICS Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

  • SV53CNX | ChasingBlues

    SV53CNX Water Ladder DESCRIPTION SV53 CNX is a former Grampian Fire and Rescue Service water ladder manufactured by EmergencyOne on a Scania 94D-230 chassis. Designed for versatility, the appliance is equipped to handle a wide range of incidents, including fires, road traffic collisions, and rescues. The vehicle was removed from frontline duties at Aberchirder Fire Station in 2024. History (962) 2004: Appliance is newly allocated to Central fire station. (961) 2006: Appliance is re-allocated to first-out pump. (N/A) 2020: Appliance is re-allocated as a pool reserve appliance for the Grampian region. (R48P6) 2023: Appliance is relocated to Aberchirder Fire Station. (N/A) 2024: Appliance is removed from frontline duties. YOUR PICS Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

  • SV03CWK | ChasingBlues

    SV03CWK Water Ladder DESCRIPTION SV03 CWK is a former Grampian Fire and Rescue Service water ladder, built by EmergencyOne on a MAN 14-225 4x4 chassis. Designed for versatility, the appliance is equipped to handle a wide range of incidents, including fires, road traffic collisions, and rescues. The appliance features unique off-road capability, making it well-suited for responding to incidents in rural and challenging environments. Stationed at Balmoral Fire Station, the appliance operates on a retained-duty basis. History (851) 2003: Appliance is newly allocated to Balmoral fire station. (R39P6) 2013: Following the 2013 amalgamation of all eight Scottish fire and rescue services the appliance callsign is updated to a national standard. YOUR PICS Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

  • SV60AUX | ChasingBlues

    SV60AUX Water Ladder DESCRIPTION SV60 AUX is a former Grampian Fire and Rescue Service water ladder, built by EmergencyOne on a Scania P230 chassis. Designed for versatility, the appliance is equipped to handle a wide range of incidents, including fires, road traffic collisions, and rescues. This vehicle serves as the first-out pump at Huntly Fire Station, operated on a retained duty basis. History (951) 2010: Appliance is newly allocated to Stonehaven fire station. (R33P6) 2016: Following the 2013 amalgamation of all eight Scottish fire and rescue services the appliance callsign is updated to a national standard. (R47P6) 2020: Appliance is relocated to Huntly Fire Station. YOUR PICS Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

  • SV04AJX | ChasingBlues

    SV04AJX Water Ladder DESCRIPTION SV04 AJX is a former Grampian Fire and Rescue Service water ladder, built by EmergencyOne on a MAN L2000 chassis. Designed for versatility, the appliance is equipped to handle a wide range of incidents, including fires, road traffic collisions, and rescues. Stationed at Cullen Fire Station, the appliance operates on a retained-duty basis. History (491) 2004: Appliance is newly allocated to Cullen fire station. (R23P6) 2016: Following the 2013 amalgamation of all eight Scottish fire and rescue services the appliance callsign is updated to a national standard. YOUR PICS Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

  • P93ERS | ChasingBlues

    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. YOUR PICS Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

  • Balmoral | ChasingBlues

    Balmoral Balmoral Community Fire Station is a former Grampian Fire and Rescue Service station situated in Aberdeenshire. The station has a single bay and operates on a retained duty basis. The station is unique in that it is located within the Royal Balmoral Castle Estate, however, it's purpose is not to soley provide cover for the estate and operates like any other station. Because of it's geographic location, Balmoral's fire appliance is based on a 4x4 lightweight chassis. APPLIANCES Other Services FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE COASTGUARD

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