HIGHLAND CITY, Fla. - Polk County Fire Rescue is praising a group of first responders who worked quickly to deliver a baby within minutes of arriving at a home.

What we know:

Fire officials say firefighter/paramedic George Gibson, firefighter/EMT Daniel Banks and firefighter/EMT Madison Bennett went to the home of a woman in labor on Southgrove Place in Highland City on Tuesday morning.

The baby was born just four minutes after the crew arrived, according to PCFR.

What they're saying:

"The ability to aid in the birth of a child is one of the most special moments for any Paramedic or EMT," Fire Chief Shawn Smith said in a statement. "I am proud of the crews of Rescue 28 and Engine 28 for their excellent work in such an important medical situation. Their actions helped make sure bot

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