Santa started making deliveries early in Fairview on Christmas Eve.

He was joined by the Fairview Fire and Rescue today as he toured different neighborhoods to wish residents a Merry Christmas and pass out gifts.

Parents could drop off gifts at the fire department and then Santa would deliver it to their children at home by fire truck.

It has been an annual tradition for the past 30 years.

Not only do the children look forward to it, but the Santa and his elves do, too.

"Our Facebook post lights up with everything, with all good comments," said Mike Wagner, assistant chief. "We love to watch all the kids come running out to see the trucks and adults also."

More than 200 children got a gift and visit from Santa this year.