Tuesday, marked a historic moment for Thomas County residents.
It was the first time an ambulance has ever pulled out of Fire Station 8 in Ochlocknee.
This means more than just another truck in service, it means faster response times that could possibly save a life.
"When I came here 50 plus years ago, the ambulance service was the funeral home. When you talk about coming a long way, you've come a long way here in Thomas County," said Sheriff Carlton Powell.
Before the truck was in service, the average response time was 22 minutes in rural areas.