Signed, Josh-Central Elementary. Firefighting is a very important job and it takes a lot of hard work and dedication. Firefighters use many special tools and equipment in their work, and one of the most exciting is the bright red fire engine. When I was younger, I used to dream of riding on top of the fire truck and helping put out fires. Fire engines are red because tradition says they should be red.
High visibility makes it easier for fire trucks to move safely through traffic.
But fire trucks don't have to be red. So as you can see, it's not the color but the job that they do which is important. Fire engines and trucks come in many different types and do different jobs. The type we most often see at a fire is the pumper truck. The pump then controls the water pressure as it's sprayed on the fire.