Long delays force fire departments to rethink new truck purchase process

Feb. 24, 2023, London, Ont. – Local fire departments say supply chain issues and shortages are forcing them to order new trucks and equipment well in advance, in some cases years in advance. The Cambridge Fire Department, for example, needs a new fire truck and during budget talks this month, a motion asked council to approve a portion of the 2024 forecast budget to get the process of purchasing started now. CBC News reports. | READ MORE