The Pagosa Fire Protection District (PFPD) has announced the arrival of a new wildland Type VI engine. The new engine, known as Brush 91, is equipped with a 400-gallon water tank (previous engines held 250-300 gallons) which will provide much-needed water for fire fighting. The vehicle has an auxiliary diesel pump that draws fuel from the engine’s tank, which reduces the need for secondary fuel tanks and allows the pump to run for longer periods without having to shut down and wait for the pump to cool down before refueling. Larger storage compartments will assist in carrying more equipment efficiently and providing easier access to commonly used items. Pagosa Springs and the surrounding area has a substantial ‘urban-interface area’ — areas where residences and forested areas meet.