During a recent government meeting, concerns were raised regarding the aging tires on emergency response vehicles, highlighting potential safety risks. A representative from the National Safety and Protection Agency (NSPA) recommended that tires be replaced every eight years due to rubber degradation, emphasizing that failure to do so could lead to dangerous situations, especially at high speeds.

The representative conducted an inspection of the department's fleet and reported alarming findings. The front tires of a large rescue truck were manufactured in the 47th week of 2014, while the rear tires were from the 29th week of 2016. Additionally, the tires on a smaller rescue truck were produced in the 41st week of 2007, indicating that many of the vehicles are equipped with significantly aged tires.

Cost estimates for replacing the tires were also presented, with prices for the large truck ranging from $650 to $906 each, and for the smaller truck, between $203 and $300 each. The representative underscored the urgency of addressing this issue to ensure the safety and reliability of emergency services.