GCSD Station recently acquired an Electric Vehicle Emergency Plug, a cutting-edge tool designed to enhance the safety and efficiency of emergency responses. This innovative device empowers emergency personnel by granting them control over crucial vehicle power functions, enabling them to swiftly and safely deactivate essential electronics as needed. Upon connection to the vehicle's charging port, the plug seamlessly initiates a simulated charging process while also executing pivotal actions such as shifting the vehicle into "Park" mode and engaging the electric parking brake. Such capabilities are invaluable in emergency situations, particularly during traffic collisions, where they serve to mitigate the risk of safety malfunctions and streamline response efforts. The acquisition of this Electric Vehicle Emergency Plug underscores GCSD Station's unwavering commitment to equipping its first responders with state-of-the-art tools and technologies to effectively serve and protect the community.

On January 10th, 2024, Columbia Communications came to Station 78 to update the radio programming for all GCSD mobile radios. This new programming has all the updated frequencies for 2024, and it now matches the already updated radio programming in our hand-held radios.

On January 22, 2024, the GCSD mechanics came to station 78 and mounted the new Holmatro battery powered extrication tools inside Engine 781.  This Holmatro Combi-Tool and Holmatro Mini-Cutter are part of the Office of Traffic Safety grant that GCSD received.  Both tools are functioning great and have already been used on emergency calls.  We also received the Rescue Support Strut Chains, which were also part of the Office of Traffic Safety grant.  These chains will work in tandem with our Paratech Rescue Support Struts.