Basics: Engine 8 also covers the schools

Engine 8 is the first responder for fire and medical emercencies at half a dozen schools -- including Worthington Hooker K-2 and 3-8, Celantano, Foote School, St. Thomas Day School, Wilbur Cross -- and as many preschools -- including Edith B Jackson, Bethesda Lutheran, Childrens' Preschool, and Laila Day.

Without Engine 8, the closest fire engine would be at Olive and Grand -- which is not so good for us.

Squad 1 can also respond, if -- if -- it is in the fire station.

And, of course, coverage for other schools in the city is not an issue, since none of the other 10 fire stations is losing their engine.