The Weyburn Fire Department has added a new wildland response truck to its fleet ahead of wildfire season. The Wildland 51 unit, acquired in March, is currently being outfitted for service and is expected to improve response to grass and wildland fires, particularly in rural areas. Acting Fire Chief Mike Wock says the new truck brings increased capacity and flexibility for crews. “It gives us a lot more versatility. It holds 400 gallons of water compared to 250 in our previous unit and can carry four firefighters instead of two.” Wock adds the unit meets current National Fire Protection Association standards, helping ensure both effective response and firefighter safety. “It meets all our benchmarks so we can do our job safely and effectively while protecting our members.” Wock says the investment will help better protect both residents and surrounding rural areas during wildfire season.