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This podcast contains comments of the ceremonial dedication of two new College Station fire department engines on July 15, 2025.

Two new College Station fire engines were ceremonially dedicated into service Tuesday morning (July 15).

The "pushing-in" event is a throwback to when firefighters had to push wagons with water tanks back into garages following fire calls.

One of the new engines is at station two on Rio Grande and the other is at station five on Fitch.

News release from the College Station fire department:

The College Station Fire Department proudly announces the acquisition of two new state-of-the-art fire engines, demonstrating its commitment to protecting this community and improving emergency response capabilities.

These new engines are replacing engines the department has responded in for 16 years. These fire engines represent a significant investment in the safety and well-being of the residents and visitors of College Station.

Equipped with modern technology and equipment, the new engines will enable our firefighters and paramedics to respond safely and effectively to emergencies.

Key features and facts about the new fire engine include:

• These are all-hazards engines that will respond to fires, EMS calls, specialty rescues, and haz-mat emergencies.
• These engines replace 2009 models and are expected to serve this community as frontline response units for the next 15 years.
• Each engine is expected to respond to over 25,000 calls during its service life.
• The engine for Station 2 carries a 750 gallon water tank and a 1,500 gallon-per-minute pump capable of delivering water or firefighting foam. This engine carries additional technical rescue equipment.
• The engine for Station 5 carries a 1000 gallon water tank and a 1,500 gallon-per-minute pump capable of delivering water or firefighting foam. This engine carries additional wildland firefighting equipment.