All, it is with sincere regret that the Milton Fire Department Inc. informs you that Ladies Aux. member Patsy Burton passed away on 01/15/22 at home. Patsy has been a member of the auxiliary since 1976 and served as President and a few other offices over the years. Patsy had perfect attendance many times over the years and prided herself in always being there. We all know that she made our "sweet tea" (had to follow her recipe!!) famous and loved by everyone!! Patsy will never be forgotten - a true friend and leader for our organization. Please keep Ray and her extended family in your thoughts and prayers. Ray's address is 22054 Burton Road, Milton, DE 19968.

Tonight, President Reynolds and members of the Officers Core and Truck Committee met with Brian Bashista from Atlantic Emergency Solutions to sign a contract for our new engine. The engine will be a 2023 Pierce Saber with seating for six (6) firefighters, a 1500 G.P.M pump and a 1000 gallon water tank. Engine 85-3 will be known as the "Front Street Express" and delivery is expected in February of 2023.

At 1216 hours, Sussex EOC alerted Georgetown Fire Co. (77) and Station 85 for a residential structure fire at the intersection of Gravel Hill Rd. & Prettyman Rd. Chief Rogers (77-15) arrived first to find a single story home with heavy smoke showing. Engine-Tanker 85-2 arrived next and was assigned to fire attack. Additional units from Georgetown, Milton, Millsboro, and Ellendale assisted with fire attack, searches, overhaul, and water supply. Milton units remained on scene for several hours until released by 77 Command. Milton units responding, Engine-Tanker 85-2, Ladder 85, and Tanker 85. Memorial Fire Co. of Slaughter Beach (89) provided a cover up crew in Milton.