During the recent industrial action by the Fire Brigade Union, emergency fire cover was provided by the 'Green Goddesses'. Here we compare those with modern Day Fire Appliances.

 
Choose an Appliance Type
     Green Goddess
     Modern Fire Appliances

Learn about the strikes when the Green Goddesses were used

"Green Goddess"

 
Average age: 46-49 years
Crew: Six; crewed by Armed Forces
Top speed: about 40 mph
Equipment on board:      - portable pump
     - two hose reels
     - first aid kit
     - foam canister
     - no radio
     - police escort when on call
Water capacity: 300 gallons
  One ladder with a reach of 35ft

   

Modern Fire Appliance

 
Average age: 7 years
Number of crew: Four to six trained Fire Fighters
Top Speed: up to 70mph
Equipment on board: Varies from Brigade to Brigade but generally:
     - cutting gear
     - four sets of breathing apparatus
     - respirator equipment
     - foam
     - chemical protection suits
     - high pressure pumps
     - burns kit
     - first aid kit
Water capacity: 500 gallons
  Five ladders with a reach of 45 ft

   

 
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