The Washington County Fire Department is proud to announce the arrival of two new fire engines, a significant addition to our fleet. The first engine has arrived and will be officially dedicated with a traditional "Push-In" ceremony by community members and firefighters on Monday, March 10th, at 9:00 a.m.

We invite you to join us for this special event at Station 10, located at 3868 Gables Blvd, Chipley, Florida, where the fire engine will be stationed. Come be part of Washington County history as we celebrate this exciting milestone.

The "Push-In" ceremony is a longstanding fire service tradition that dates to the 19th century. Before motorized fire engines, firefighters had to manually push their horse-drawn fire apparatus into the station bay. Today, this symbolic event continues to honor the past while welcoming new equipment into service.

The newly acquired Engine 10, built by Rosenbauer in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, features a 2,100-gallon water tank and a pumping capacity of 1,250 gallons per minute. This modern fire engine, secured through State Appropriations, replaces the departments 1992 E-One engine, which has faithfully served the community for decades.

Bringing Engine 10 into service is a significant milestone for our department and the community. With its advanced capabilities and new fire equipment, this engine will enhance our emergency response efforts and allow us to continue providing the highest level of life-saving care. The WCFD encourages all community members to attend and take part in this historic tradition.

For more information on the ceremony, please contact Tiffany Pleas at 850-415-5026 or email tpleas@washingtonfl.com.