Published On: May 4th, 1875Phoenix 4-wheel hose reelFirefighter Walt Riddell aboard the Phoenix 4-wheel hose reel, circa 1875. (Source: The History of the London Fire Department, of heros, helmets and hoses.) Personnel, Stations, Vehicles | LFD History Book, LFD Horses, Phoenix 4-wheel hose reel, station 01 - Little North St | Published On: May 4th, 1875 | Last Updated: May 4th, 2025 | Views: 640 | Toggle NavigationOn This Day in LFD HistoryOur ArchivesUp Coming EventsShare something with us…Submit photosBecome a memberCOULD THIS POST BE IMPROVED?Share with us what needs to be updated