Local & Community
Palm Springs Fire Department Welcomes New Engine with Traditional Push-In Ceremony
The Palm Springs Fire Department welcomed its newest fire engine today with a traditional push-in ceremony at Fire Station 3.
The event, held around 10 a.m., marked the official arrival of the department's newest apparatus as firefighters ceremonially pushed the engine into its bay.
The push-in tradition dates back to the late 1800s when horse-drawn fire equipment was commonly used. After returning from calls, firefighters would unhitch the horses and manually push the apparatus back into the station, creating a tradition that many departments continue to honor today.
Firefighters, department leaders, and community members gathered to celebrate the addition of the new engine, which officials say will help enhance emergency response capabilities and support the department's ongoing mission of protecting residents and visitors.
The newest apparatus represents an investment in modern firefighting equipment and public safety resources for the growing community.
NBC Palm Springs will have more coverage of the ceremony and details about the department's newest engine later this evening.
By: NBC Palm Springs
June 25, 2026
Latest Instagram Posts
Social Time with Thalia & Jerry
What do you think is really going on here? Drop your thoughts below 👇 #therogginreport #coachella #coachellavalley #localnews #nbcpalmsprings
During the 2025-2026 school year, PEN America reported there were nearly 12,000 book bans in public schools nationwide, the largest number of book bans in a single year since the group started tracking numbers in 2021.
Delta Airlines overhauled its frequent flyer program in 2024. CNN’s Randi Kaye asks Delta CEO Ed Bastian if the airline has made it more difficult for flyers to earn status and if any further changes to the loyalty program are on the horizon.
Social Time with Thalia & Jerry. Favorite Festival?
‘The Hayden’ is back @babysmarche !! John Hayden himself took a trip to the Indian Wells staple for lunch and to chat with @chefjustinsnyder on how it became the most popular item on the menu! #TheHayden
🛑A bike ride ended in tragedy Monday night in Palm Springs. A bicyclist died after being struck by a car around 8:30 PM on E. Palm Canyon Dr. The driver stayed at the scene and police say there’s no indication of foul play or impairment. ❓Saw the crash or have video from the area? Call Palm Springs police at (760) 327–1441.
Social Time: Jerry sings the end! 🎶🎵
CALIFORNIA IS AGING FAST... BUT WHERE WILL THE WORKFORCE LIVE? #therogginreport #coachellavalley #localnews #agingpopulation #nbcpalmsprings
119 jobs on the line and DRD’s General Manager won’t answer questions … Drop a comment 👇: Would you vote YES or NO on giving a district more money if they refuse to answer transparency questions? #therogginreport #drd #coachellavalley #localnews #nbcpalmsprings