ST. PETE BEACH, Fla. (WSVN) — A Southwest Florida firefighter was officially named the world’s shortest female firefighter.

Autumn Kelso, who stands at 4 feet, 10 inches, has been with St. Pete Beach Fire Rescue for five years.

Kelso said the sky is the limit when it comes to her goals and that her measurements have never mattered.

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