Firefighters at the Whispering Pines Fire Station are used to handling emergencies, but Monday evening brought a little more excitement — and a lot more cuteness — than usual.

A local couple found themselves racing the clock when mom-to-be went into labor. The pair set off toward the hospital but quickly realized their newest family member had other plans. Instead of making it all the way to the delivery room, they made a pit stop at the Whispering Pines Fire Station.

Firefighters on duty wasted no time, immediately requesting an ambulance. But Mother Nature — and the baby — were working on their own timeline. Before paramedics could even arrive, the little one made a grand entrance right there in front of the station.

Both mom and baby were later transported by EMS to the hospital.

The newborn’s quick arrival may not have gone according to the original plan — but thanks to quick-thinking parents and some calm firefighters, it’s a story the family (and the station) won’t soon forget.