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What do fire engines do?

Fire engines are specialist vehicles used by fire and rescue services to transport firefighters and equipment to emergency scenes. In this story, five fire engines attended the Dukinfield fire, indicating the severity and scale of the incident. They carry water, hoses, ladders, and other tools to tackle fires and rescue people.

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