More images are available now of the dedication ceremony yesterday and Engine 2. Karl Klotz sent in several images depicting the boat and the ceremony. Larry Shapiro has a gallery of images HERE of the boat and has not yet posted the dedication. Gordon J. Nord Jr., has a couple of images HERE showing the boat but he has not yet posted the complete set nor the ceremony.
Chicago Fire Commissioner Robert Hoff addresses the media and visitors at the dedication ceremony for Engine 2, the Christopher Wheatley. Karl Klotz photo
Christopher Wheatley's mother christens the boat. Karl Klotz photo
Engine 2 heads out from the ceremony near the Chicago Firefighter Memorial. Karl Klotz photo
The pilot engages the pumps to discharge water from the turrets. Karl Klotz photo
Engine 2 flowing water from the four permanent turrets. Karl Klotz photo
The rear of Engine 2 displays the boat's name and the CFD logo. Larry Shapiro photo
Chicago's fast boat 6-8-8 shadowed Engine 2 as it took to the lake full of visitors. Karl Klotz photo
