In March, the brand-new Palm Bay Fire Rescue Engine 9 arrived at Station 5 for its official "supermodel" photo shoot. Already in service, Engine 9 is now helping to protect the rapidly expanding southeastern sections of Palm Bay. Over the past 18 months, the city’s growth has led to a dramatic increase in emergency calls, which has increased the need for Palm Bay Fire Rescue's services. This new engine is equipped with state-of-the-art tools to better support our firefighters. Some of the new gear includes personal thermal imagers, a brand-new Stryker LifePak 35, the latest video laryngoscopes, e-Hydraulic Hurst tools, and much more. With this addition, the team is better equipped to meet the needs of the growing community.