Maryland fire department adds second rescue boat

ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) - A Maryland fire department now has a rescue boat equipped to handle missions in shallow creeks and rivers.

The Capital cites a press release from the Annapolis Fire Department that says the 18-foot (5.5-meter) rigid hull inflatable boat with an outward motor went into service Sunday. It’s the department’s second rescue boat, joining the 36-foot (11-meter) fire and rescue boat.

Chief David Stokes says the purchase was a joint effort between the city and the Independent Volunteer Fire Company #2.

The boat will be staffed by the department’s Special Operations personnel. It can hold up to eight people.

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Information from: The Capital, http://www.capitalgazette.com/