Southern New Hampshire Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Salem’s Newest Fire Truck, Engine 3

SALEM, NH — The Southern New Hampshire Chamber of Commerce was thrilled to join the Salem Fire Department for the official push-in ceremony and ribbon cutting of the town’s newest fire truck, Engine 3.

This exciting addition is the department’s first Pierce Enforcer, joining an already impressive fleet that includes the Pierce Arrow XT and Pierce Impel apparatus.

The event brought together firefighters, their families, town officials, and community members for a meaningful celebration that blended tradition with progress. Attendees had the chance to tour Engine 3 and meet the dedicated men and women who serve Salem every day, keeping the community safe.

A Nod to Tradition: The “push-in ceremony” dates back to the 1800s, when fire crews returning from a call with horse-drawn equipment would unhitch the horses and physically push the apparatus back into the firehouse. Today, departments continue this proud tradition to honor those early firefighters and the legacy they built, a perfect way to welcome Engine 3 into service.

The Southern New Hampshire Chamber of Commerce congratulates the Salem Fire Department on this milestone and wishes them many safe and successful years with Engine 3 on the front lines!

Submitted by Southern New Hampshire Chamber of Commerce