According to a report from KELO, the Rapid City (SD) Fire Department (RCFD) welcomed its latest engine to Fire Station 5 with several ceremonies, which included a a blessing; a spray-over; and a “push-in,” with crews pushing the engine into the station by hand.

Each time the RCFD receives a new engine, a similar ceremony is performed.

The new truck will replace an aging 2010 engine, which will be relegated to backup duties in the event of a large incident or if another truck is in maintenance.

Brian Povandra, RCFD

The Gaffney Fire Department dedicated a new quint, the culmination of a three-year project, according to a report broadcast by FOXCAROLINA.

The new truck, built by E-ONE, is dedicated to the citizens of Gaffney and is expected to be around for about 25 years, the television station reported.  

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