White County Fire Services on Monday celebrated a new addition to its services with the official placement of its new Engine 4 into service at Fire Station 4.
Fire Station 4 is located in the Mossy Creek community.
In the ceremony, the department staged the “push-in” tradition, a fire service custom dating back to the 1800s when horse-drawn fire equipment had to be pushed back into the bay by hand.
“This tradition reminds us of where we came from and reflects the teamwork that defines our fire service,” White County Public Safety Director David Murphy said. “As we push this new engine into service, we share our commitment to serving the Mossy Creek community and all of White County.”
White County Fire Station 4 has a long-standing legacy of service, originating in 1991 with local volunteers and growing into a vital part of the countywide fire response system. The station now houses one of the county’s most advanced apparatus.
The new Engine 4 is an E-ONE, state-of-the-art apparatus engine purchased from FireLine Inc. in Winder. It features:
- A 1,500 gallon-per-minute pump
- A 1,000-gallon water tank
- ISO and NFPA-compliant firefighting equipment
- Hurst extrication e-tools for vehicle rescue
- Basic Life Support (BLS) medical gear
Certified to operate as a medical first response unit, Engine 4 significantly enhances the county’s ability to respond quickly and effectively to fire, rescue, and medical emergencies.
This purchase was funded entirely through the White County SPLOST (Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax) program, a direct result of voter-supported funding dedicated to infrastructure improvements. The White County Board of Commissioners was recognized during the event for their vision and continued support.
“This engine is more than just a piece of equipment, it’s an investment in safety, service, and the future of White County,” Murphy added.
The new Engine 4 is officially in service.
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