Santa Claus made a unique entrance in Dickinson this holiday season, swapping his sleigh for a firetruck to spread joy throughout the city.
In Dickinson , Santa Claus didn't bring his usual sleigh. Instead, he drove a firetruck through the streets, making kids and adults happy. On Saturday, Assistant Chief Tim Johnson of the Dickinson Volunteer Fire Department dressed up as Santa Claus and waved happily from the top of a fire truck. As firefighters dressed as Santa drove through the neighborhoods, they were met with holiday cheer and candy.
The Dickinson Volunteer Fire Department held this one-of-a-kind event every year as part of an annual practice that brings people together and makes them happy during the holidays. Families lined the streets to get a good look at Santa on the fire truck, which was a fun change from the usual Christmas scene.
Yesterday, December 22, was the last day to meet Santa in person. From 1 to 3 p.m., Santa was at the city's West Fire Station 2, which is at 221 FM 517. People were welcome to stop by, take pictures, and tell Santa what they wanted for the holidays.
Residents and first responders get together for this beloved community ritual, which shows how Dickinson's holiday spirit is one of kindness and unity. They make sure that kids and adults alike have a memorable holiday season by giving them food, smiles, and lots of holiday cheer.
It's become an essential practice in Dickinson for the fire department to bring Santa to life and make the holidays more fun for families in the area.
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