Engine 2 is a Basic Life Support (BLS) Engine that provides fire protection and rescue response to the Midtown area of the City. The engine is a 2005 American LaFrance Fire Engine with a 1,500 gallon per minute fire pump; carries 500 gallons of water; is equipped with a foam pump and tank; and carries an assortment of rescue equipment including the "Jaws of Life" extrication equipment, air bags, ropes for rappeling and power saws for forcing entry and ventilation.