TEXARKANA, Texas -- The Fire Department on Wednesday invited the public to celebrate the addition of a new engine to its fleet.
Festivities Monday will include a washing ceremony, a blessing and "a few fire service traditions for everyone to enjoy," according to a City Hall news release.
The "Lucky No. 7" pumper truck was manufactured in Brandon, South Dakota, by Spartan Emergency Response. It took 18 months to complete, with a total cost of $731,000.
The new truck has 450 horsepower, carries a five-person crew and can pump 1,500 gallons per minute with a 750-gallon tank capacity.
The event is scheduled for 2 p.m. Monday, March 27, at TTFD Station 7, 3101 S. Lake Drive.