Quint 38 "Push-In" Ceremony

Anchorage Middletown Fire & EMS “pushes in” Quint 38 into service - $1 million investment reflects commitment to community, tradition, and fiscal responsibility

Louisville, KY. (April 17, 2026)

Anchorage Middletown Fire & EMS (AMFEMS) proudly marked the official placement of Quint 38 into service today with a traditional fire apparatus “push‑in” ceremony, celebrating both fire service heritage and the department’s continued commitment to the community.

Chief Pat Walsh, members of the Board of Trustees, firefighters, EMS personnel, and community members gathered to recognize the addition of the tractor‑drawn aerial apparatus, which will serve the Norton Commons neighborhood and surrounding areas in the district.

“This ceremony represents far more than putting a truck in service,” said Chief Walsh. “It reflects teamwork, professional pride, and our responsibility to be thoughtful stewards of public resources while providing our crews with the tools they need to protect our community.”

Quint 38 is a “new‑to‑us” apparatus previously operated by the Jeffersontown Fire District. At an approximate purchase cost of $1 million, including upgrades and a new paintjob, the truck provides the capabilities of a new $3 million apparatus while demonstrating strong fiscal responsibility. Despite its prior service, the truck remains a highly capable, front‑line unit. Its tractor‑drawn design allows it to maneuver efficiently through the narrow streets of Norton Commons, while also carrying 300 gallons of water, a substantial complement of hose, a pump for initial fire attack, and expanded storage for specialized rescue equipment. Quint 38 will serve as the primary truck company for the northern portion of the district. This apparatus is also sometimes referred to as a Hook & Ladder.

The push‑in ceremony honors a long‑standing fire service tradition dating back to the horse‑drawn era, symbolizing community involvement, shared responsibility, and pride in service.

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