The Ocean City Fire Department added a fire truck to the fleet to replace one that is more than 20 years old. After a year wait, a new pumper truck, approved by City Council for $650,000, was delivered earlier this month. Fire Chief Jim Smith said Tuesday that the department is pleased with the new and much-needed apparatus. "The apparatus committee put a lot of time and thought into designing the new fire engine," he said. "They're constantly researching and tweaking ideas to create the best apparatus for the needs of our community." The pumper truck is by Pierce Manufacturing Inc. of Appleton, Wisc. The department has a fleet of five engines or pumper trucks, two ladder trucks, four ambulances, a heavy rescue vehicle and support vehicles. The new truck helps the city in its ability to battle blazes and other emergencies.