Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Takes Wraps Off 2 New Trucks

MIAMI, FL — Miami-Dade Fire Rescue has taken the wraps off two brand new fire trucks. Platform 53 and Rescue 39 were inaugurated at separate "push-in" ceremonies on Monday. The new fire truck will serve South Turnpike South Fire Rescue Station 53 while the emergency medical vehicle will serve PortMiami.

"The push-in of a unit into service is a longstanding tradition in the fire service," explained Fire Chief Dave Downey of Miami-Dade Fire Rescue.

First responders literally push new vehicles into their bays to mark the occasion, according to Erika Benitez of Miami Fire Rescue.

Station 53 provides services to areas of unincorporated Miami-Dade County with a high population density, of more than 5,100 residents per square mile. It is located at 11600 SW Turnpike Highway.

Rescue 39 will be staffed by three uniformed first responders 24 hours per day. The new rescue truck will serve alongside Ladder 39 to provide services to PortMiami.

Photos courtesy Miami-Dade Fire Rescue