EVERETT—The public is invited to join firefighters in welcoming South County Fire’s newest fire engine to service with a traditional push-in ceremony Monday, October 21, 10 a.m. at Mariner Fire Station, 12310 Meridian Ave. S, Everett.
Everyone attending the ceremony will help “push” the new engine into the firehouse. This custom dates back to the 1830s and the days of horse-drawn equipment, which could not be easily backed into the station. Firefighters would unhitch the horse team and push the equipment into the station.
The new engine includes a 700-gallon water tank and a minimalized design which allows it to carry more water and fire hose than past models. This engine was built with a focus on response needs in a growing urban environment. Ordered in late 2021, delivery of the engine took nearly three years due to post-pandemic supply chain issues which continue today.
Mariner Fire Station is part of South County Fire’s network of 15 neighborhood fire stations, working together and backed by regional resources to serve nearly 300,000 residents across southwest Snohomish County.
South County Fire provides fire and emergency medical services to nearly 300,000 residents of Brier, Edmonds, Lynnwood, Mill Creek, Mountlake Terrace and unincorporated southwest Snohomish County.
SOURCE: South County Fire
