Lee Chapman worked as a firefighter in Bloomington for decades. Since retiring, he's acquired three vintage fire trucks.

The Milwaukee Fire Department is facing significant challenges with its aging fleet of fire engines and ladder trucks, which Fire Chief Aaron Lipski warns could pose a safety hazard if not replaced.

In some communities, fire crews are delayed -- not by distance, but by a lack of equipment. Higher costs and supply chain issues means some departments have to wait years for new trucks.